Student Health
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Student Health Services is proud to host Mental Health Awareness Month in May
Students are invited to join SHOP and CAPS for a series of campus-wide activities in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a great opportunity to discover practical self-care strategies, learn how to support a friend in need, and engage with the campus community through events focused on holistic wellness.
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Recovery, reflection, and community: What’s new at The Cove
The Cove is expanding recovery and wellness offerings, providing inclusive, confidential meetings and peer support for students exploring sobriety, substance use, or overall well-being.
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Prevent the spread of respiratory and stomach viruses
As winter illnesses rise, prioritize your health and well-being with simple steps that protect you, your classmates, and campus community.
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Student Health Services welcomes new medical leadership, reaffirms commitment to student healthcare
Introducing Dr. Karen Wang as Medical Director and Dr. Allyson Garcia as new Associate Medical Director
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Student Health Services announces expanded services, updated locations, and new initiatives for the 2024-25 academic year
Student Health Services (SHS) is enhancing support for student wellness with 24/7 healthcare kiosks, relocated CARE and SHOP offices, upcoming vaccine clinics, and a continued expansion of mental health resources at UC Santa Cruz.
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John Bollard named associate vice chancellor for student health and wellness and chief well-being officer; joins Division of Student Affairs and Success
The Division of Student Affairs and Success is excited to announce John Bollard has been hired as the associate vice chancellor for student health and wellness and chief well-being officer. He will begin his appointment Thursday, February 2.