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HEALTH E-NEWS January 26, 2009

Dear Student,
FLU SHOTS IN THE DUC ... BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
We had such a great response when we brought the influenza vaccine to the DUC last semester that we're offering it again TOMORROW. 

First come, first served on Tuesday, January 27th starting at 11 a.m. in Room 233.  We'll give the shots until 3 p.m. or until we run out, whichever comes first.

According to Lisa Ross, MD, Director of Medical Services at Student Health Services, "It is not too late to protect yourself against the flu. Flu season typically runs through March.  There have been 47 cases of influenza in St. Louis this season.  You still have time to protect yourself against the flu this year. The vaccine takes about two weeks to take effect, so the sooner you get vaccinated, the sooner you'll be protected."

photo:  influenza virus
"GET A GRIP" FREE WORKSHOP
Have you, like many other students, resolved to reduce your stress and increase your happiness?  If so, you can fulfill your New Year's resolutions all in one place!  Learn evidence-based strategies to increase happiness, improve coping, and build resilience to stress. 

The "Get a Grip" group will meet on Thursdays (January 29 - March 5) from 1:00-2:30 p.m. in Room 7 at the Habif Health & Wellness Center.    Contact Ginny Fendell to sign up.
GROUPS FORMING THIS SPRING
Looking to strengthen skills in social settings? Writing your dissertation? Returning from Study Abroad? Interested in the interpersonal or the mind/body/spirit connection?  Find a support group at Student Health Services.  Check out the Spring 2009 Groups.  New group this semester: "What No One Tells You About College."
BE A STRESSBUSTER AT WU AND MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE!

Stressbusters are students who are specially trained to give free five-minute back rubs and wellness info to students and staff at campus events. Stressbusters enjoy benefits including:

    Learning effective backrub and other stress reduction techniques (skills for life)Meeting with other students committed to helping people be healthierGetting experience working on this high-profile health promotion initiativeHaving a great time, making friends, and relaxing

    and...gaining instant popularity!

Come to an introductory info session to learn how YOU can become a Stressbuster at WU

  • Monday, February 2nd at 6 p.m. in Ursa's Stageside 
  • Tuesday, February 3rd at noon in DUC 245. 

Watch your email for more information.  Contact us with any questions.
INFANT NURSING ROOM AVAILABLE
Faculty and staff members, partners, and students may appreciate the new Infant Nursing Room available in the Danforth University Center, Room 304.