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Feeling stressed? These resources can help.

If you've been feeling the mid-winter blues or find yourself frequently overwhelmed, you're not alone. UCOP and UC offer many resources to help.


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Four ways nature can protect your well-being during a pandemic

Green spaces are good for mental well-being, whether you’re walking outdoors, looking at beautiful views or even watching nature videos.


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4 ways to promote work-life balance at home

As you consider your New Year’s resolutions, keep work-life balance near the top of your list.


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Spread joy, not COVID, in the new year

Check out these tips from the California Department of Health to help you and your family be COVID-safe.


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Classes to promote mindfulness and reduce stress

Learn how you can focus on mindfulness, stress reduction, emotional intelligence and a growth mindset during these online courses.


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7 things to know about the flu vaccine requirement — and how to report your vaccine

Have you gotten your flu vaccine? Here’s what you need to know about UC’s requirement and how to reporting at UCOP, including frequently asked questions about UCOP Screen.


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The California Department of Public Health shares when to get a COVID test

Dr. Tomás Aragón has released a new video sharing important advice on when you should consider getting a COVID-19 test.


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Make a color-popping Thanksgiving dessert

Try purple sweet potatoes instead of your typical sweet potato and you'll have an Instagram-worthy dessert that is as healthy as it is beautiful.


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Stress less with helpful workshops and resources

If you feel like you're having a difficult time keeping yourself calm, putting things in perspective and coping with grace at work or at home, here are some resources that can help keep you grounded.


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10 ways to make your time matter

Rather than succumbing to the mentality of “better, faster, more,” we can embrace being imperfect, and be happier for it.