April 2-6, 2012
It’s that time of year – National Public Health Week! The UF Public Health Student Association has planned a fun-filled week to educate students and the public about the contributions of public health to our communities. This year’s theme is “A Healthier America Begins Today: Join the Movement.”
Monday: Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco
- Informational videos on the effects of drugs
- Tobacco Florida’s work and addiction counseling/services
Tuesday: Communicable Diseases
12 p.m. – 3 p.m. in HPNP Complex lobby
- Hand Washing Exercises
- Disease Jeopardy
- How to Stop the Spread of Germs
6:30 p.m. “Contagion” will be shown in room HPNP 1404
Wednesday: Mental Health
- De-Stress Station with warm beverages and snacks available
- Social Support Station: Send a friend a health e-card from the CDC
- “Mental Health Wish List Banner” where students can add their mental health goals for the semester
- College Student Mental Health Fact Giveaways and Activities
- Students can complete a short “College Student Stress Test”
Thursday: Reproductive and Sexual Health
- “Let’s talk about sex game”
- LGBT sexual health issues
- Get Your Self Tested Campaign
Friday: Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
Public Health Fair at Woodland Park Boys and Girls Club
8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m
Free event to help children ages 5-13+ learn about public health and the role it plays in their daily lives. Morning activities by age group and a public health fair in the afternoon open to the public. To register, please call 352-377-8003.