Wellness 
UF Health COVID-19 vaccine town hall: Important facts for families
Join trusted health care providers from UF Health and the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County for a COVID-19 vaccine town hall. Experts in the field will answer questions that will help you make your family’s vaccination plan and feel confident in reconnecting with loved ones. Town hall panelists will include UF Health Screen, […]
COVID-19 and the Latinx Community: Q&A with Dr. Michael Lauzardo
Join the Latinx Staff & Faculty Association for an English and Spanish COVID-19 town hall with Dr. Michael Lauzardo, director of UF Health Screen, Test & Protect. Dr. Lauzardo will discuss and answer questions on how COVID-19 is impacting the Latinx community, vaccine safety and vaccine hesitancy. The event will take place on Zoom on […]
As trial over George Floyd’s death unfolds, anxieties rise
Recent news and events, including coverage of the trial over George Floyd’s death, have triggered heightened anxiety, anger and a range of other emotions for many of us. UF’s Anti-Racism website offers helpful resources and guidance, and the Office of the Chief Diversity Officer has shared this list of resources collected last summer by members […]
COVID-19 vaccine Q&A: Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
Next Tuesday, April 20, UF Health will hold a webinar to discuss how the COVID-19 vaccine works and its potential benefits and side effects on expectant and breastfeeding mothers. Dr. Nicole Lovine from UF Health Infectious Disease and Dr. John Smulian from UF Health Women’s Health will participate in the event and answer questions. Register
Participate in a weight-loss maintenance study
Are you interested in losing weight and keeping it off long-term? The UF Health Promotion Lab seeks volunteers to participate in Project STAR, a research study aimed at helping people learn skills to lose weight and keep it off long-term. Eligible volunteers will receive a no-cost, 16-week program followed by an additional 20 months of […]
More than 5,000 flock to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for first day of major COVID-19 vaccination drive
An audacious push to vaccinate 20,000 people in Alachua County a week for six weeks got off to a roaring start Monday when more than 5,200 received a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. On the first day anyone over age 16 in Florida became eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, […]
Spring Walking Challenge kicks off this week!
UF’s Spring Walking Challenge is a great opportunity to increase your daily activity while sharing in some fun with your colleagues. Register today to create a Walker Tracker account and form or join your team now through April 9. The challenge runs through May 2. Here are a few resources to help you get started […]
Celebrate cycling culture with the Bicycle Film Festival
Presented by UF Bikes, in partnership with the Office of Sustainability and Gators Going Green, the Bicycle Film Festival features an international selection of short films. The event takes place virtually until April 22 and is part of Campus Bike Month and Earth Day. UF faculty, staff and students, as well as Gainesville community members, […]
Answers to your questions about COVID-19 vaccinations
Now that COVID-19 vaccinations will be available to those ages 16 and older beginning April 5, more questions may be popping up as you make the best decisions for you and your loved ones. To find the answers you are looking for, we encourage you to check out our summary of Q&As with UF Health […]
Tune in for expert-led sessions throughout Financial Literacy Week
Throughout the week of April 5, improve your financial literacy and develop healthier financial habits by participating in one or more sessions in our Financial Literacy Series. All webinars are free and will be held via Zoom. Learn what you can do to maximize your retirement savings, discover the fundamentals of investing, find strategies on […]