Staff and Faculty Health and Well-Being Program Content

HEALTHY UC DAVIS: Breastfeeding Work/Month at UC Davis

Dave Jones — July 20, 2018 - 1:41pm

UC Davis’ Breastfeeding Support Program is turning World Breastfeeding Week into a month of presentations and a panel discussion on the Davis and Sacramento campuses. All events are free and open to the UC Davis community and wider community as well.

HEALTHY UC DAVIS: Food Access Map, ‘Stigma-Free’ and Diabetes Prevention

Dave Jones — May 22, 2018 - 3:52pm

Students have developed a digital map “to make it easier for UC Davis community members to find food on campus that meets their needs,” including free food. Also, the “Stigma-Free UC” initiative will present a webinar, Wednesday (May 23), on the topic of mental health awareness, and the Staff and Faculty Health and Well-Being Program announces a Diabetes Prevention Program with an introductory meeting set for June 28.

HEALTHY UC DAVIS: Fruits and Veggies, Bike Riding and More

Dave Jones — March 26, 2018 - 12:04pm

Spring break is short, but that’s a good thing, considering all the good things that the new quarter will bring for your health and well-being — things like the UC Davis Farmers Market and the new Fruit and Veggie Fan Club (which will distribute vouchers for farmers market purchases), and classes on bike riding, stress management and financial well-being.

HEALTHY UC DAVIS: Stigma, Decisions and Drummers

Dave Jones — February 20, 2018 - 3:53pm

A webinar is set for Thursday (Feb. 22) about ending stigma surrounding mental illness, and March will bring a workshop on “Honoring Your Health Care Decisions” and a new Well-Being Ticket Deal (to see Yamato: The Drummers of Japan).

Also, for those of you signed up for the next Gentle Lunchtime Yoga series, take note: The start date has been pushed back a week to Tuesday, Feb. 27. Registration opened in January, and the class is full. The new dates are Feb. 27, and March 6, 13 and 19.

HEALTHY UC DAVIS: Diabetes Class, Yoga and a Deal on Tickets

Dave Jones — January 30, 2018 - 3:21pm

The Staff and Faculty Health and Well-Being Program announced a “Preventing Diabetes” class and a new series of Gentle Lunchtime Yoga, and, as it’s almost the first of the month — your Well-Being Ticket Deal for February!

“Preventing Diabetes: Living Healthy” — 6-8 p.m. Monday (Feb. 5), Hoagland Hall, presented in partnership with UC Davis Health.

The class covers:

Healthy UC Davis: 9 Programs to Start the Year

Dave Jones — January 05, 2018 - 10:01am

Healthy UC Davis and other university units are starting the year strong with programs for staff, faculty and students on bodyweight, diabetes prevention, smoking cessation (retirees welcome), mindfulness, physical activity and overall well-being, including a Mondavi Center show and Plan Your Vacation (with Gunrock) Month!

‘Healthy UC Davis’ ... Let’s Get Started!

Dave Jones — December 19, 2017 - 11:07pm

Considering a New Year’s resolution to be a healthier you? UC Davis is ready to help — with “Know Your Numbers” screenings (Jan. 9-10) and a multisession Diabetes Prevention Program (introductory meeting Jan. 16). Also launching in January, a six-week-long mindfulness awareness program.

Giving to Others (and to Your Own Well-Being)

Dave Jones — December 07, 2017 - 4:46pm

GIFT GUIDE AND SALES

UC Davis Holiday Gift Guide
Holiday Sale at UC Davis Stores
Thursday-Friday, Nov. 30-Dec. 1
1-Day Apple Sale at TechHub

For Your (and Our Students’) Health and Well-Being

Dave Jones — October 10, 2017 - 3:13pm

A survey is coming this week to all faculty, staff and students, asking for their opinions on UC Davis’ Smoke and Tobacco Free policy. Plus we have news about free flu shots and the first Well-Being Ticket Deal of the year.

Also, “gatekeeper training” is being offered to faculty and staff to help them assist students with mental health concerns.

‘Tap’ Into Your Well-Being Ticket Deal

Dave Jones — September 22, 2017 - 9:46am

The Well-Being Ticket Deal is back — an opportunity for staff and faculty members to get seats for $10 for selected shows at the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts.

The first deal is for Dorrance Dance, a tap-dance company, Sunday, Oct. 29. Seven more offers will be announced monthly the rest of the year.