By Lena LaJoy
Millions suffer from pollen allergies, and people can have a range of symptoms, according to the CDC’s Climate and Health Program. Continue reading Springtime triggers seasonal allergies for many UMD students
By Abigail Bender
The Scale Smash promotes body positivity and fights the idea that a number on a scale defines one’s self-worth, according to the Counseling Center. Continue reading UMD Counseling Center, students smash stigmas, scales on McKeldin Mall
By Ava Thompson Kiera Green, a freshmen letters and science student, thought she would test negative when she went to get a COVID-19 test at the health center. But she was called to a tent and told she had COVID-19. Green said employees at the health center remained calm and gave her a number to call, but their relaxed response shocked her. “I had heard … Continue reading UMD, HEAL policies bewilder freshmen with COVID
By Kiersten Hacker After receiving a limited supply of COVID-19 vaccines, UMD announced that all students, faculty and staff can register for an on-campus vaccination appointment in an email from Health Center Director Spyridon Marinopoulos on April 8. The email explained that appointments can be made through the University Health Center portal and are filled on a first-come first-serve basis due to the limited supply … Continue reading Additional COVID-19 vaccine supply allows UMD to vaccinate students
By Sarah Natchipolsky The University Health Center hosted its third annual alcohol-free tailgate during the homecoming football game on Nov. 2. The sober tailgate, located in the parking lot next to the health center, was particularly geared toward UMD community members in recovery from addiction. However, the tailgate was open to anyone and was free of charge. Coffee, water and bagels sat on a picnic … Continue reading Sober tailgate offers option for students in recovery
Dean of the School of Public Health Boris Lushniak receives his flu shot from Karen Tyson, a staff member from the Health Center, at the Flu Shot Clinic in the School of Public Health on Oct. 22, 2019. Photo by Clara Niel. Continue reading School of Public Health shoots to increase campus vaccinations with annual clinic
By Sarah Natchipolsky Nothing strikes fear into the heart of a college student like the sound of a roommate or classmate coughing and sneezing. And this flu season, college students in particular need to be proactive in their disease prevention efforts. “Being in crowded places such as dining halls, restaurants, classrooms, gyms and parties increases anyone’s risk of contracting seasonal illnesses such as the flu,” … Continue reading Students prepare for the upcoming flu season
By Shauneen Miranda Vaping has dominated youth culture, and regardless of recent reports on related lung diseases and even death, some University of Maryland students continue to use Juuls and other forms of e-cigarettes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 500 vaping-related incidents have occurred throughout the U.S. and the Virgin Islands. Seven people have reportedly died from lung diseases related … Continue reading Vaping: an ‘epidemic’ affecting UMD students daily
By Victoria Ebner Ten years ago, Harriet Smith, executive director at Baltimore Harm Reduction Coalition, witnessed the traumatic overdose of one of her friends. Though her friend survived, Smith recognized that the situation could have gone otherwise. “We did not have access to Naloxone then,” Smith said, referring to a drug that combats overdoses. “It just wasn’t a part of our day-to-day availability.” The Coalition, … Continue reading Baltimore health organization teaches students how to save lives during an opioid overdose
By Kelly Zheng The University Health Center, Counseling Center and RecWell partnered for Love Your Body Week from Feb. 26 to March 1. The groups strove to send positive messages to students about self love and self reflection through a variety of events during the week. Love Your Body Week has been celebrated for many years and correlates with National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, according … Continue reading Love Your Body Week asks students to reflect on body image, self love
