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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5 tips for stressing less this week

Dec. 3, 2019

It’s important to find healthy ways to manage stress, especially during finals and the holidays. Here’s a quick guide to stressing less this week.

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5 things to ask your family and friends over fall break

Nov. 22, 2019

With midterms wrapping up and fall break right around the corner, this is a great time to reach out to your family and friends to ask them about their college experiences. By hearing about their journeys, you may gain some insight into navigating your own. Here's a list of questions to get you started.

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3 tips for staying healthy before finals

Nov. 12, 2019

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.

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How to make the most of your time at the gym

Nov. 12, 2019

Are you struggling to fit exercise into your busy schedule? It may be time for a refresh. Here are four ways to make the most of your time at the gym.

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You up? Tips for better sleep

Nov. 12, 2019

Feeling tired can seem like just another part of the college experience. But good sleep affects your mood, metabolism, memory, immune system and more. So how do you balance sleep with all of life’s demands?

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It doesn’t have to be awkward: How to discuss STIs with your partner

Nov. 5, 2019

Did you know the most common symptom is no symptom at all? Sexually transmitted infections can be a difficult topic to discuss with partners, but it’s important to talk about. Get tips on starting the conversation.

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3 tips to minimize stress in relationships

Oct. 29, 2019

When stress levels spike, our relationships are first in line to feel the impact. It's important to know how to interrupt the effects of stress before it spreads to other areas of your life.

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Is it stress or something more?

Oct. 8, 2019

Stress and anxiety: These terms are often used interchangeably when we talk about feelings of worry or dread. And while they share many symptoms, they are two distinct conditions. Learn more.

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Saturday’s Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ-Nebraska matchup to highlight mental health awareness

Sept. 5, 2019

Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Athletics has designated Saturday’s football game as this year’s mental health awareness game. This marks the second year the Athletics Department has featured this important topic throughout a football game.

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Better breakfasts for your nutrition goals

Sept. 3, 2019

You’ve probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal, but what makes it so important? Learn more about how eating breakfast can improve brain function.

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