Health Tips

Traumatic events happen every day, and CU Boulder is not exempt. The way we respond to a survivor matters—our response can influence a friend’s decision to seek out further help and can affect their healing process. In many cases people want to help, but they may not know how to...

It’s that time of year again: finals. As we prepare to bunker down in the library and finish strong, it may seem tempting to use study drugs as an aid. While stimulants and other drugs have become popular study tools, there are a few things you should consider before using...

The end of a relationship – whether it lasted for weeks, months or years - can leave us feeling upset and uneasy about what comes next. In fact, research shows that the pain from a break-up can activate pain receptors in our brain the same way that physical injuries do...

The end of the semester is almost here, and that means it’s also cold and flu season. While the final stretch of the semester can be stressful, it may seem worse when we aren’t feeling our best. If you get sick this season, here are some tips to help you...

The right amount of stress can keep us motivated, but too much of it can take a toll on our physical and mental health. It’s important to find healthy ways to manage stress, especially during finals and the holidays. Here’s our quick guide to stressing less this week. Plan your...

Whether you have papers, presentations or exams coming up, finals are demanding on our minds and bodies. Eating healthy snacks and getting physically active can help us improve our retention of information, energy levels, concentration and stress levels. Here are some great snack and activity ideas to keep you fueled,...

If you’ve experienced late nights and early mornings, feeling tired can seem like just another part of the college experience. But sleep is vital to our overall health—research shows that getting 7-9 hours of sleep every night makes a big difference for our mood, metabolism, memory, immune system and more...

Finals season can be stressful but if we don’t feel our best, it can cause our stress levels to rise even more. Here are a few tips to help you feel your best and stay healthy in preparation for finals. Get vaccinated Getting vaccinated is the most effective way to...

It can be challenging to fit exercise into our busy schedules. Between classes, work, social events and studying it may seem like there just isn’t enough time in the day to hit the gym. If this sounds familiar, it may be time for a refresh. Here are four ways to...

Did you know the most common symptom is no symptom at all? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be a difficult topic to discuss with our partners. While it may feel like an awkward subject, it doesn't have to be. Get tips for starting the conversation.