Healthy Buffs is aÌýseries developed by Health and Wellness Services with tips and information on a variety of health topics important to the campus community.

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Self-care ideas that cost $0

Feb. 25, 2020

Social media can give an altered portrayal of what self-care looks like—it shouldn’t just be about feeling good in the moment, and it doesn’t have to cost money. Here are some free ideas for practicing self-care.

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Take this quiz before you have sex

Feb. 19, 2020

Sexually transmitted infections are common among college students and young adults. Test your knowledge of STIs before your next hookup with this interactive quiz.​

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ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· monitoring coronavirus updates

Jan. 29, 2020

Information and resources are available for students, faculty and staff. Read more.

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Not feeling well? Here’s where to go

Jan. 28, 2020

Whether you’re feeling sick, stressed or depressed, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· can help you get back on track. Health and Wellness Services offers a wide variety of resources that are available on campus.

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Feeling sick? When to take a break from the gym

Jan. 21, 2020

You just worked out all of the kinks in your workout routine and now…you’re sick. What do you do? Do you sweat through it or forsake the gym for a much-needed nap? Follow these tips.

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5 tips for finding balance

Jan. 17, 2020

As college students, you wear a lot of hats: student, employee, intern, family member, friend, significant other. It can be hard to balance it all. Get tips to help you find a school-work-life balance that works for you.

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Healthy, cheap and easy meals

Jan. 17, 2020

There is nothing like a warm, home-cooked meal on a chilly Colorado day. These recipes are crowd pleasers and wallet pleasers with minimal clean-up.

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5 things you can do to avoid the flu

Jan. 14, 2020

Cold and flu viruses can last 7 to 10 days, meaning symptoms such as a stuffy nose, body aches, fatigue and a sore throat stick around. Fending off the flu is all about staying as healthy as possible.

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How to make the most of your first semester at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ·

Jan. 9, 2020

Whether it's your first time at a new school, moving away from home, living with a roommate or taking a university-level course, get tips to help you start your first semester off strong at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ·.

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How to beat the breakup blues

Dec. 17, 2019

Whether you dated for weeks, months or years, breakups hurt and can leave you with a range of emotions. When you’re feeling down and out, how do you beat the breakup blues?

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