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Bama Scare Cam contest accepting submissions

Holley Long October 21, 2014

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month nears its end, students are urged to try and increase their knowledge and awareness of the disease. One event that strives to raise breast cancer awareness is the two-part...

Self-care is vital for every aspect of our mental well-being

Samaria Johnson October 12, 2014

There’s a popular diagram that features a triangle that says, “Pick two out of three,” and the options are sleep, social life and school/work. There’s also a mug for sale on Etsy with the inspirational...

Health Hut expands to increase education

Cokie Thompson September 14, 2014

Almost every day, students at The University of Alabama walk by the Health Hut on their way to class. Although the group is the most visible division of Project Health, it’s not the only one. Health...

Youth camp teaches media literacy

Youth camp teaches media literacy

July 8, 2014

The Health Communication Research Lab’s nutrition camp for elementary school children, which starts July 14, is fun and games on the outside, but results from years of research and a passion for decreasing...

Outdoor activities can keep students busy during summer

Katherine Metcalf April 17, 2014

Who is ready for summer? As the semester is winding down, students are spending more hours studying, writing papers or trying to cope with the stress of the upcoming finals week. However, many students...

Apps can help students stay on track with fitness, health goals

Katherine Metcalf April 14, 2014

It’s not big news that apps have become the go-to technology source for all kinds of information and games. But some students may not know the prevalence of apps in the realm of fitness and health. Personal...

Ease back into workouts with caution

Katherine Metcalf April 7, 2014

Spring break is a time for relaxation, and students take time off from not only the books but also their workout routines. Taking time off from exercise may be a good temporary choice, but now that class...

UA Honor society focuses on health education in Holt

Sarah Ferguson April 1, 2014

The national honor society Eta Sigma Gamma is hoping to make a difference in the health of Holt, Ala., residents. The University of Alabama’s Delta Xi chapter of the organization provides opportunities...

Project Health devotes week to spring break safety

Copy Editor March 19, 2014

Project Health, a student organization dedicated to educating students on different health topics each week, is dedicating an entire week to promoting its spring break campaign to students at The University...

Supplements not viable trade for routine schedule, healthy eating

Katherine Metcalf March 18, 2014

Students use a variety of methods to give their brains extra power in order to study efficiently and perform well on tests. Many students rely on high amounts of caffeine in food and drinks to help them...

Students strive for spring break body

Students strive for spring break body

Hannah Widener March 12, 2014

While most students are giving up swearing, over-spending at Chipotle or drinking soda for Lent, Maddy Higgins is giving up meat to get spring–break ready. Higgins, a sophomore majoring in fashion retailing,...

Juice cleanses do not yield any lasting benefits, effects

Katherine Metcalf March 12, 2014

We are almost two weeks into March, which means spring break is not too far away. Many students are now on health crazes, such as going to the gym more frequently and eating less junk food. However, some...