Health
By Rachel Walton | 29 Sep, 2008
Today more than ever we face problems on a global scale – human rights violations, climate change, war, poverty, violence against women and children – and we are faced with the choice of either making a harmful impact or thinking about how we can create a positive legacy. More
By Student Health Service | 22 Sep, 2008
When you are stressed or under pressure your sleep can be affected. About this time of year students can begin to go short of a few Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz’s with the mounting studyload and exam preparation ahead. Concentration, study, energy, mood and general wellbeing can all benefit from good sleep. The following tips may help. More
By Student Health Service | 8 Sep, 2008
From 1 September 2008 the New Zealand Government is providing the Gardasil Vaccination FREE to all young women who were born in 1990 and 1991.
Your medical records indicate that you are eligible to receive this vaccine from us at no charge. More
By Student Health Service | 11 Aug, 2008
If you are experiencing loneliness – you are not alone!
A recent survey showed that 25% of all adults experience painful loneliness at least every few weeks. Incidence among secondary and tertiary students is even higher. More
By Salient | 4 Aug, 2008
Women who have sex with women do not have to worry about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or their sexual and reproductive health - right?
It is a common assumption that women who have sex with women (WSW) don’t need to be concerned about their sexual health. More
By Salient | 28 Jul, 2008
If you weren’t sure, Procrastination is avoiding doing things which need doing, and Yep, It’s that time again at Uni when everyone seems to have a phd in Procrastination…
We all do this at some stage, but it can get to a point where it becomes a real problem in our lives. The more we procrastinate the bigger the task ahead becomes, and the harder it is to take action. More
By Salient | 14 Jul, 2008
Asthma is a common health condition in New Zealand. Asthma can be serious and potentially life threatening. The actual cause of this respiratory disease is uncertain. What is known is that people who have asthma have sensitive airways in their lungs, which react to ‘environmental triggers’ that do not affect other people. More
By Salient | 26 May, 2008
Being a university student can be exciting, challenging, and stressful. With two weeks to go until the exam period, there’s a lot to be done completing assignments, preparing for tests and planning for exams. Here are a few tips to get you through: More
By Salient | 12 May, 2008
Student Health Service
Recently, some New Zealand newspapers ran articles about antidepressants suggesting they do not work. Last year, one third of all students who came to the Counselling Service consulted the service related to depression. In order to help students make informed decisions about their health, the SCC is sponsoring a lecture on the effectiveness of antidepressants featuring Dr John Gregson, Consultant Psychiatrist VUW. More
By Celia James | 5 May, 2008
May 6th-International No Diet Day (INDD)
6 May is recognized as International No Diet Day (INDD). It is not just a day to break one’s diet - but to break free from dieting and weight preoccupations altogether. More
By Salient | 28 Apr, 2008
Coughs, Colds and Influenza: A Major Headache for Students
This winter 20 per cent of the New Zealand population will develop influenza and it is likely that 4,000 of you will be infected. Influenza is a serious illness, and is not the same as having a bad cold. With influenza you will be quite sick for seven to ten days and you may need others to care for you. More
By Suzie Paima | 24 Mar, 2008
There are approximately 3,000 International Students at Victoria University. These students come from all corners of the globe; often from cultures very different to NZ culture.
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By Nurse Catherine | 17 Mar, 2008
Sexual Health Checks
We know that you have a lot of reading to do so this year we are keeping the health articles short and to the point. This week’s topic is Sexual Health in around 300 words. Why have a sexual health check? More
By Nurse Catherine | 18 Feb, 2008
Nau mai, haere mai welcome to both new and returning students from everyone at the Student Health Service.
Thank you to Tristan and the team at the Salient for the opportunity to write about our service in the Orientation Edition. More
By Catherine Nelson | 8 Oct, 2007
The honeymoon period of the first half of trimester is behind us, and final assessments and exams await. Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to prepare and a lot of support available to make the journey from lecture theatre to exam room achievable. More
By Catherine Nelson | 24 Sep, 2007
It has to be said that everyone wants a good night out. However, along the way there are a lot of potholes you can fall into, which may leave you with some regrets. The trick is to recognise potential problems and to minimise any dangers you could expose yourself to. More
By Catherine Nelson | 17 Sep, 2007
\This time of year many students are planning overseas travel. Travel is exciting, as it provides an opportunity to explore other countries, experience different cultures and meet new people. Since we live in a country that has a high standard of public health, few potentially fatal infections, poisonous animals or insects, it is easy to think that the rest of world is similar. The reality is that once we leave home we are at an increased risk of experiencing travel related health conditions. More
By Brighid Jamieson | 13 Aug, 2007
At certain points in our lives, we all experience difficulties, stress and emotionally challenging times. University life is often associated with various struggles (e.g. academic pressure, financial worries, adjusting to a different social world). Of course, difficult situations impact each of us differently. More
By Salient | 30 Jul, 2007
We hope things are going well for everyone out there in Salient land. In this article we will write about the real benefits of physical activity and what resources are available at Victoria University, apart from walking up the hill to the Kelburn campus. More
By Suzie Paima | 16 Jul, 2007
There are approximately 3,000 International students at Victoria University. These students come from all corners of the globe, often from cultures very different to that of New Zealand.
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