The Healthy UBC Newsletter comes out monthly for those who are interested in health and wellbeing topics at UBC.
Healthy UBC Newsletter
Exploring the mind-body connection
It’s that time again when we greet a fresh, new year. For many, this brings inspiration to set goals to enhance our health and wellbeing.
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UBC introduces mental health literacy training for managers and supervisors
As of January 17, 2023, managers and supervisors will be invited to complete a new required training: Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers and Supervisors.
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Give yourself the gift of rest and recovery
This December, we invite Healthy UBC readers to take time for rest and recovery – not just because it is the giving time of year, but because relaxation is proven to be a powerful force in our lives.
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Welcome UBCV's Workplace Wellbeing Ambassadors for 2022/2023
For the third year, we are launching Workplace Wellbeing Ambassador Program (WWA).
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Save the date: Travelling Health Fair 2023
The Travelling Health Fair is returning in February 2023, with registration for specific events and consultations opening on January 16, 2023.
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Editorial: Connecting with our community and thriving together
Fostering and maintaining mental health is a year-round pursuit and this year our focus is community care and social connection.
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Completing the Stress Cycle
This month’s editorial will explore a strategy that I’ve found helpful in navigating and processing stress in the workplace: completing the biological stress cycle
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Make the most of our Thrive Grants
Here are a few examples of some standout events that were funded by Thrive Grants.
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Help create a healthy workplace with HWIP funding
Applications are now being accepted for the Healthy Workplace Initiatives Program (HWIP) until 4 p.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022.
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Stress and the start of the school year
The editorial focus this month is on community and relationship building to help us navigate yet another unique start of the school year.
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