By: Araceli Salcedo, CSUN Institute for Community Health and Wellbeing Volunteer
Vaccinations and immunizations are probably one of the best preventive measures one can take. They protect us from getting sick and contracting seriously contagious and sometimes deadly diseases, such as measles. The more people that get vaccinated, the less of a chance of contracting and spreading the disease.
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By: Araceli Salcedo, CSUN Institute for Community Health and Wellbeing Volunteer
Did you know you have various dimensions of your health and wellness? There are multiple elements of health and wellness, yet many people just associate “wellness” with their physical health. Well, “wellness” is so much more than that. It includes your physical, social, emotional, spiritual, environmental, intellectual, occupational, and financial health and how all of those are all interconnected when it comes to being well. Being healthy in all aspects of the dimensions is vital to your own health and wellbeing. Striving for wellness, or ultimately progressing to a healthier life will only benefit you and your overall health.
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By: Sarah Hofstedt, CSUN Public Health Intern
A new study finds that as little as five to twelve minutes of daily meditation can reduce stress and anxiety in pre-healthcare college students.
Stress is one of the most reported barriers to academic achievement in college students. Feelings of hopelessness, being overwhelmed, loneliness, and even suicidal ideation are reported by college students across the United States. Continue reading
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By: Sarah Hofstedt, CSUN Public Health Intern
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether you really need to wash your hands, here are some facts to remind you of the importance of handwashing:
Most health-care associated infections (HAIs) could have been prevented with good hand hygiene. HAIs are infections people get while being treated in a health care setting, and are caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. What’s worse is that many of these infections are resistant to antibiotics; this means that they are difficult to treat, and preventing them with good hygiene is a healthcare provider’s best bet.
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By: Sarah Hofstedt, CSUN Public Health Intern
Sleep deprivation is a major source of stress for college students; only 12% of CSUN students report getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Last minute study sessions and due-at-midnight assignments have claimed many nights, and many people are left wondering how they can get their sleep schedule under control. Stress and sleep problems are closely related, but there is one trick that may alleviate the issues caused by a problematic sleep schedule:
