Wellness 
Community Yoga and Tai Chi classes
Interested in trying yoga or Tai Chi in a fun and relaxing atmosphere? Check out these Gainesville-area donation-based classes open to those with all levels of experience: Brewery Yoga at First Magnitude Brewing Company Every Sunday at 1 p.m. Minimum contribution of $5 Yoga for All at Cypress & Grove Brewery Third Tuesday of each […]
COVID testing returns to SHCC as home test kits become available
As shared in Friday’s Campus Brief, UF is adjusting how it approaches the changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic as it transitions to an endemic. Large-scale testing that was ramped up on UF’s main campus in response to Omicron will be moved back to the UF Student Health Care Center. Testing will be available on an appointment-only […]
Resilience & Mindfulness at Work series kicks off next week
This five-part series takes a holistic approach to the physical, cognitive and emotional aspects of resilience in the workplace while helping participants find greater alignment with their individual purpose and values. Learn about the importance of personal resilience at work and discover resources to develop self-awareness and strengthen resilience through reflection and mindfulness practices. Participants […]
Energize your weekend with a Qigong class
Start your weekend both grounded and energized by joining an all-level practice class of Qigong in the beautiful outdoors. The class takes place on Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Tom Petty Park. Learn more
A few updates regarding UF’s COVID-19 response
As we enter the first full week of the spring semester, the number of cases of those who have tested positive for the omicron variant of COVID-19 continues to rise. UF researchers are optimistic that these numbers will peak this week — earlier than originally predicted. Learn more in this article published by UF’s Emerging Pathogens Institute, updated […]
Resources to support your well-being in 2022
The start of a new year is a great time to focus on our well-being and establish new healthy habits — and chances are you’ve already made a few resolutions. So to support you on your wellness journey, we’ve assembled a list of upcoming UF-sponsored programs and events designed to support wellness and self-care. All of […]
Want to discover tools to enhance your wellbeing in the new year?
Are you interested in accessing hundreds of tools and ideas from world-class experts to take your wellness to the next level? If so, you are cordially invited to join UF-UF Health Wellness’ Optimize Wellness Book Summary Club in which participants will have the opportunity to learn about hundreds of wellness tools, strategies and ideas via […]
College of Medicine staff member goes from cardiac arrest patient to CPR advocate
In April 2020, Steve Ryan, a software engineer for the Southeastern National Tuberculosis Center in the UF College of Medicine’s Division of Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine, experienced sudden cardiac arrest that stopped his heart for 12 minutes. His 15-year-old daughter, Kaitlin Ryan, called 911 and helped save his life by administering CPR. Ryan and his […]
Explore the AI-PAMI’s Aging with Pain Series
The Aging and Integrative Pain Assessment and Management Initiative (AI-PAMI) at the UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville provides free access presentations on dozens of integrative pain management topics. You can listen to and watch available content on the AI-PAMI website. Learn more!
Safeguard your holiday travels
As you finalize your holiday plans, it’s important to take appropriate safety precautions if you are planning to travel. UFIT has compiled basic safety guidelines to help you stay safe during this holiday season. Learn more!