UC Merced Health Promotion

Are you interested in using your graphic design skills to help us educate UC Merced students about various health and well-being topics? We’re looking for someone to join our team. Don’t wait; apply today. We’re reviewing applications as they come in!

Congratulations to our seniors, and to all of our Bobcat friends who are graduating this weekend. You did it!!

Talib knows incremental breaks between studying is a necessary part of creating a healthy balance!

Estrella uses her study breaks to connect socially. How do you build connection into your finals prep routine?

Check out what Isaac does to help get through finals. What is something that helps you get through finals?

Cheers to responsible tips and smart sips! 🥂 Embrace protective strategies for a safer and more enjoyable drinking experience. Remember to hydrate, eat beforehand, and know your limits. Let’s raise our glasses to responsible choices! 🍻👍

As finals are approaching, we’ve got some tips from our very own PHEs on how to prep for finals. Need some tips on studying? Check out what Lois suggests🥨🕯️

Hey bobcats! The next PHE spotlight is Iellene!!

Hello bobcats, we are having another how to help a friend tabling tomorrow from 12-2 pm in front of Sentinel Rock. Please stop by if you can and learn more about how to help your friend!

Introducing our harvest of the month for November Carrots! 🥕🥕
You can find the harvest of the month in the Bobcat Pantry located at TC 131; Mon-Thurs from 12-4pm
‼️Stop by our tabling this Friday 11/4 at the Pavilion lawn from 12-2pm to learn more about carrots‼️

Help us recognize faculty and staff who are working to support UC Merced student health and well-being. Use this link https://ucmerced.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XBDGGIR64bp4mW?Q_CHL=qr to nominate someone today!

congrats to the winner of spring 2022! we appreciate all of your hard work on campus! also a special congratulations to our nominated faculty, keep up the good work 👍

Caption: Students may turn to study drugs to prepare for finals but are they really effective? Learn more from our Final Study Drugs Campaign here on Instagram!  
Resources for stimulant abuse: Health Services: free and confidential drug screening CAPS: individual and group therapy for substance abuse every Tuesday @ 2 in the CAPS Group Room

The point of diminishing return and our blood alcohol concentration go hand-to-hand. Although most believe to keep the euphoric feeling you should keep drinking, that is actually false! Anything added to our system after our BAC reaches 0.06 will continue to increase our BAC and we will start to feel the negative, depressive effects of alcohol.

Remember! The only thing that sobers you up is TIME!

The time has some bobcats! Cowchella is a day away! When getting ready remember to follow these before/during/after the party tips to ensure a safety and enjoyable weekend!

Remember! The only thing that sobers you up is TIME!

Hey bobcats! If you plan to keep the 4/20 festivities going this weekend, read through this post to ensure a fun and safe time!

Ever wondered what the effects of certain substances? If you are planning to party soon, keep these in mind! Swipe to learn more!

Happy 4/20 Bobcats! Celebrate safely today and stop by our tabling event at the Academic Walk from 10am-2pm to learn all about Cannabis and win prizes! If you stop by, be sure to sign up for our raffle to win a FREE bento box!

Hey bobcats! Want to know the difference between different Cannabis strains? Want to learn how to read Cannabis labels the next time you’re at a Cannabis Dispensary? Swipe through this post for more info! Comment below or DM us if you have questions! Resource: https://www.healthline.com/health/sativa-vs-indica -to-choose

Hey bobcats! Want to know the difference between different Cannabis strains? Want to learn how to read Cannabis labels the next time you’re at a Cannabis Dispensary? Swipe through this post for more info! Comment below or DM us if you have questions! Resource: https://www.healthline.com/health/sativa-vs-indica -to-choose

Hey Bobcats! Make sure you take some time to love yourself 🥰 Swipe to learn more!!

Today is Collegiate Recovery Day! Here at UC Merced we strive to support our students in recovery as well as throughout the UC system. If you are in recovery and looking for support and community, stop by the CAPS Recovery Support Group on Tuesdays at 2pm. You can also join the Gauchos for Recovery virtually and meet with other students outside of UC Merced.

Are you a Cannabis smoker or are thinking about celebrating 4/20 for the first time? Read through these helpful tips for a safe and fun high!

It's important to understand what affects your BAC to prevent injury and possible alcohol poisoning. It's also important to note that each persons BAC is different based on individual factors. If someone is showing any signs of alcohol poisoning call 911 immediately!

Stop by our tabling event to learn about ways to destress! We'll be on the Academic Walk from 11AM - 1PM!