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Quick Facts: Mumps

Mumps is an illness caused by the mumps virus. It spreads through saliva or mucus from the mouth, nose, or throat. An infected person can spread the virus by: Coughing, sneezing, or talking Sharing items such as cups or eating utensils with others Touching objects or surfaces with unwashed hands that are then touched by…

Be A Heart-Healthy Dawg
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Be A Heart-Healthy Dawg

February is Heart Health Awareness Month – the perfect time to start working toward heart health goals!  There are many ways to maintain a healthy heart. Below, we have listed just a few. For more heart health information, visit the University Health Center’s Heart Health Fair on February 7, 2018 – 11am-3pm at UHC. This…

Who Should I Talk To?
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Who Should I Talk To?

Sexual Assault Resources at UGA: Confidential vs. Non-Confidential No one should ever have to experience sexual assault, but it does happen. And it can be incredibly difficult to deal with your everyday life and the trauma afterwards. It can also be difficult to navigate the different resources that are available on campus at the University of…

Fact or Fiction – Mental Wellness Resources at UGA
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Fact or Fiction – Mental Wellness Resources at UGA

It’s no secret that mental wellness is a hot topic on campus – and we hope it continues to be! The more you know about maintaining your mental well-being and looking out for that of others, the better. Here are a few common myths around mental wellness and the facts that debunk them.

Support Survivors – RSVP at UGA
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Support Survivors – RSVP at UGA

What does it mean to support survivors? Here at UGA, we take care of our fellow Dawgs. We listen, believe, and support survivors when they disclose to us. Part of that support is referring friends to the Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention (RSVP) Office.  If you have been impacted by relationship or sexual violence or…