In this issue of the Student Well-Being Newsletter, we want to highlight the importance of physical well-being.

What Is Physical Well-Being?

Making active choices that benefit the health of your body

Maintain Your Physical Well-Being

College campuses are vulnerable to infectious diseases outbreaks, and respiratory illnesses are more frequent in autumn. Getting sick can have a negative impact on every dimension of well-being, so it’s important to prevent the spread of illnesses like the flu or COVID-19 and make an appointment with the Student Health Service if you’re ever feeling unwell.

Do: Prevent the Spread of Illness

The first and most important step in preventing flu is to get a flu vaccine each year. The flu vaccine has been shown to reduce flu-related illnesses and the risk of serious flu complications. The CDC also recommends everyday preventive actions (like staying away from peoplewho are sick, covering coughs and sneezes, and frequent handwashing) to help slow the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses.

Flu vaccines are now available at Student Health. To view a list of upcoming pop-up flushot distribution events on campus, click here.

Read: Frequently Asked Questions

Monkeypox is an infection caused by a virus. The most common symptoms are fevers, chills, swollen lymph nodes, and a characteristic rash.

How is Monkeypox spread?

According to the CDC, Monkeypox can be spread in a variety of ways:

• Most commonly, through close physical contact, such as hugging, kissing, and sexual activity.
• Prolonged environmental contact, such as being in close proximity (< 6 ft) for a prolonged period of time (> 3 hours). This could include non-sexual contact, such as close talking or sharing drinks/food.
• Physical contact with soiled linens, such as clothing and bedsheets.

Where can I get tested for Monkeypox?

You can get tested for Monkeypox at the Student Health Service. Your medical provider will decide if testing is warranted based on symptoms and risk factors.

Is the Monkeypox vaccine available at Student Health?

Students who meet the Florida Department of Health vaccination requirements can schedule an appointment with the Student Health Service. To schedule your Monkeypox vaccine appointment, call 305-243-ONE U.

To learn more about Monkeypox and see additional frequently asked questions, click here. 

Listen: A Student-Run Podcast

The next episode of the Student Well-Being Podcast is now available and features an interview with Heidi Engerman who shares her unique traveling abroad experience along with the hardships that she faced while being away.

Engage With Your Physical Well-Being

• Naloxone (Narcan) Training | Wednesday, Sept. 21 | 7 - 8 p.m. | Shalala Student Center 304 Activites Room North| Register Here
  
• BIPOC Radical Healing Circle| Wednesday, Sept. 21 | noon - 1 p.m. | Herbert Wellness Center | Register Here
• Sandler Center Green Zone Pop-Up | Friday, Sept. 23 | noon - 2 p.m. | Lakesie Village Outside Lobby A | More Information
• Pop-Up HIV and STD Screening | Monday, Sept. 26 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Herbert Wellness Center | Book an Appointment
• Fall into Break with Healthy 'Cane Network | Tuesday, Oct. 11 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Foote Green

Check your email every Wednesday for Ibis News to see upcoming events for the week, and view the University events calendar for a complete listing of on-campus events and programs.