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Recall on Certain Oral Contraceptives
The FDA has announced a recall on Qualitest Pharmaceuticals oral contraceptives. The recall is being implemented because of a packaging error. As a result of this packaging error, the daily regimen...
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Do I have bed bugs?
Bed bugs are tiny insects that feed on blood leaving small bite marks typically on your arms, chest, and back. It’s important to act quickly if you suspect bed bugs in your apartment or room. An...
View ArticleI missed class because I was sick...what should I do now?
We do not provide written excuses for students who miss class due to illness or injury. This policy was highlighted in the Provost’s guidelines for missed classes during the H1N1 flu epidemic of 2009....
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How much is too much?
This question remains in some students’ minds when it comes to drinking alcohol. We should begin with explaining a standard drink. It is the amount of alcohol that your body can safely process in one...
View ArticleFreshman 15 is a myth
Check out the latest research on the freshman 15. It seems to be that a couple more pounds is actually just part of getting...
View ArticleGet your flu vaccine!
How many times have you heard this before and wondered if it will really help? The answer is yes! The flu vaccine will protect against 3 influenza viruses that research show will be most common this...
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It has come to our attention that an off-campus event organized by an outside organization has led some students to feel that their safety and well-being are at risk. Because sponsorship of the event...
View Article‘Tis the season for sharing germs
No one ever wants to be sick, yet the winter seems to be the time for flu, colds, and stomach illness. Washing your hands frequently and avoiding sick people are two easy ways to prevent getting sick....
View ArticleGray Rape
Some commenters thought it strange that our last entry discussed two topics together: Sex Week and ViSION. This combination made some people think about rape and/or sexual assaults. One of our...
View ArticleSuperbowl weekend is here!
Check out these tips on playing it safe.http://www.bpdnews.com/2012/02/02/important-super-bowl-safety-tips-for-patriots-fans-looking-to-behave-like-champions/
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Feeling sick ≠ Antibiotics
The best course of treatment for every illness is not antibiotics. Click here to read The Journal of the American Medical Association’s recent article on treatment of sinus infections.Sometimes a care...
View ArticleStaying in Your Green Zone
Staying in your green zone typically equates with lower risk drinking – the lower your Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC), the lower your risk. BAC is a measurement of how much alcohol is present within...
View ArticleNew Model of Care for Student Athletes
Art Horne, the Director of Sports Performance at Northeastern University recently had an article published titled "Improving Collaboration Between Sports Medicine and Sports Performance Models". Check...
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Farmer’s Market: What’s the benefit?
Save money: The USDA recommends that we consume a minimum of 4-5 cups of fruits and veggies daily. Unfortunately, since food prices are expected to rise, affording this much fresh produce daily could...
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First aid at your fingertips
The American Red Cross has launched an app that features first aid and safety tips that may help in an unexpected situation.The app covers everyday first aid scenarios as well as steps to take during...
View ArticleReducing Alcohol Related Consequences
Over consumption of alcohol can result in unplanned and potentially dangerous outcomes that carry both short and/or long-term consequences such as unwanted sexual contact or sexual assault, physical...
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Recovery Week at NU
Join others to find out what recovery is all about. Check out the great events all week. Sponsored by UHCS and OPEN.
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Who really needs sleep?
The night before an exam many students will try to stay up all night to study. The next day after surviving the all-nighter they end up asking themselves, who really needs sleep? We allneed sleep. It...
View ArticleMeningitis Outbreak
Questions answered about meningitis outbreak by the Dean of the School of Pharmacy. http://www.northeastern.edu/news/2012/10/3qs-meningitis/
View Article"Did you see the email from OPEN with the brief questionnaire about alcohol...
It's Alcohol Awareness Week at Northeastern and the questionnaire you received is known as the AUDIT-C. It is used to identify 'at risk' alcohol use. Check out Northeastern's online alcohol...
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Stay informed about Hurricane Sandy
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) encourages smartphone users to download the free ping4alerts! app. This app is available free of charge for iPhone and Android phones and receives...
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2012
Students and UHCS hope to raise awareness of mental health issues November 12-16th. Stop by our table or attend Group Therapy 101 to learn more.
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Don't wait-vaccinate!
Boston is experiencing an increase in the number of confirmed cases of flu. The state of emergency declared yesterday allows the city officials to organize resources for preparedness plans. The flu is...
View ArticleThank you to students who stopped by UHCS table at Health Fair today!
Thank you to those who stopped by the UHCS tables at the National Residence Hall Honorary Take 5 health fair today in the Curry Student Center. For those of you who missed out on the table, we jumped...
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GYT ‘get yourself tested’ at UHCS
Knowing you should get yourself tested and actually getting yourself tested for STIs(sexually transmitted infections) are two different things. Maybe you don’t know where you can go to get tested....
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The dreaded stomach bug….Norovirus
Norovirus has made its usual appearance here in Boston this winter. It is the most common cause or stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting in the United States. This highly contagious virus spreads...
View ArticleSneaky. Deceptive. Cunning
Sneaky. Deceptive. Cunning. These are the first few words that come to mind when I think of the clinical condition so commonly referred to as depression. To begin, depression is “sneaky” because...
View ArticleAre you ready for the rest of the semester?
We hope you are ready because it’s time to get back to work! The next few weeks are critical to success in your classes. Not sure where to begin? We’ve got a great starting place for you:Reflect on...
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Tips for a Happy, Healthy & Safe St. Patrick's Day
Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March. The holiday has garnered a reputation, where celebrations are hallmarked by green beer, day long...
View ArticleSneaky. Deceptive. Cunning. Part 2: Depressed does not mean weak
Those who suffer from depression are not weak; in fact, just the opposite, as depressed persons daily embody the very definitions of strength and resilience. And yet, here again is the cunning of...
View ArticleSneaky. Deceptive. Cunning. Part 3: Be Honest
So, what can be done? For starters, be honest with yourself – this is the first step toward raising your self-awareness of sneaky,deceptive and cunning depression. You might choose to pay attention to...
View ArticleSneaky. Deceptive. Cunning. Part 4. To ask for help or not?
For certain, reaching out for support can highlight there is something wrong in your life; however, this does not mean there is something fundamentally wrong with you. On the contrary, reaching out for...
View ArticleSneaky. Deceptive. Cunning.Final Part: The therapy appointment
We all wonder what a therapist is going to talk to us about. Will I have to lie on a couch? Do I have to have something to discuss? During initial sessions with students, the behavioral health...
View ArticleThe Final Stretch
As we are all aware, finals are quickly approaching. Here are a few tips and questions to ask yourself as you come into the home stretch.Have a paper due during finals week?When do you want to have...
View ArticleDo you know about ViSION?
Northeastern’s Violence Intervention, Support and Outreach Network (ViSION) brings together a network of campus and community allies focused on providing prevention response, and education for sexual...
View ArticleMolly
• The name of a pill sold and handed out with the purported effect of making you feel pleasure and warmth toward others.• Identified as a pure form of “Ecstasy” or MDMA, actually may contain any number...
View ArticleBenefits of Group Therapy
Groups allow members to see how they impact others. In the group environment, members can respond to each other freely and without reservation. In this way, others serve as mirrors that reflect aspects...
View ArticleFrequently Asked Questions about Group Therapy
Are all groups the same?There are a wide variety of group therapies; however, in general groups are divided into two larger categories: psychoeducational and process oriented. Psychoeducational groups...
View ArticleCommon Fears/Myths about Group Therapy
I will be too self-conscious to share in a group Everyone experiences some anxiety and discomfort starting in a group, this is very common. Most people have never experienced group therapy before and...
View ArticleNo Excuses To Not Wear A Condom
Check out this article in Women's Health 5 Things Men Say to Avoid Using Condoms.
View ArticleStress Reduction During Finals
With finals quickly approaching, here are a few self-care ideas to help you manage increased stress. We hope your holidays are enjoyable and relaxing. Good luck on finals!Self-Care BasicsAim to balance...
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Meningitis Prevention: Avoid the Spread of Disease
Meningitis is an infection and inflammation of the tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Although the disease is quite rare, the outbreak at Princeton University and other campuses across...
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Extreme Cold Weather
Winter is here and frigid cold temperatures are predicted over the next few days. Some safety tips to consider:Dress warmly. Wool is better than cotton. Wear a hat, a scarf or knit mask to cover the...
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Welcome Week Scavenger Hunt
Below is a map guiding you to offices dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain health and wellness here at Northeastern. On your journey along the Scavenger Hunt, stop at each office listed below...
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Welcome Week Scavenger Hunt
Join us for a Health-N-You Scavenger Hunt on January 8th, 9-10:30am. Use the map below to guide you to offices dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain health and wellness here at Northeastern. On...
View ArticleMeasles in Boston
February 28, 2014Massachusetts Public Health Officials have issued notification of possible exposure to measles in a number of sites in Framingham, MA including a restaurant and a grocery store.We have...
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Coping with Memories of the Boston Marathon Tragedy
Are you or is someone you know feeling anxious, “jumpy,” or having trouble concentrating? These are some possible reactions to traumatic events. As we reflect and remember the Boston Marathon tragedy,...
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Thank you to all the dogs and handlers as well as Active Minds at NU student volunteers for another successful Paws for Stress Relief event. We hope that a little puppy love helped everyone...
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Extreme Cold Weather
Winter is here and frigid cold temperatures are predicted over the next few days. Some safety tips to consider:Dress warmly. Wool is better than cotton.Wear a hat, a scarf or knit mask to cover the...
View ArticleMicroaggressions, How Our Beliefs and Attitudes Can Harm
MICROAGGRESSIONSHow Our Beliefs and Attitudes Can HarmMicroaggressions are the everyday verbal, non-verbal, and environmental slights, snubs, or insults, whether intentional or unintentional, that...
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