This Week's Topics
- HLTH 102 - Science and Evidence in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Info Session
- Interprofessional Family Panel: Rare, Unknown or Medically Complex Diagnoses
- Laura Mann Integrative Healthcare Lecture: From Opioids to Managing Chronic Pain
- Free Hearing Screenings
- Partnering for Health Equity Conference
- Wellness Starts Here! Core Strength Class in Rowell
- Massage Therapy in Rowell 026
- PCA Opportunities
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Further Details
HLTH 102 - Science and Evidence in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Info Session
Learn more about this spring integrative health course on November 8 from 12-12:30 p.m. in 201B Rowell Bldg. Learn more >>
Interprofessional Family Panel: Rare, Unknown or Medically Complex Diagnoses
An opportunity for students to hear from local families about their experiences with health care, discover what challenges people with health challenges face when dealing with providers and learn how healthcare professionals can better support patients.Wednesday, Nov. 8, 6:30-8:15 p.m., 103 Rowell Hall. Learn more >>
UVM Integrative Practitioner Forum: From Opioids to Managing Chronic Pain - What is CBD?
The non-intoxicating compound found in the hemp plant has been shown to provide a host of therapeutic benefits. Chronic pain relief in adults - from cannabinoids - has been cited by the 2017 study of the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine after rigorous review of scientific research. Free and open to the public. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 6-7:30 p.m., Davis Auditorium. Register now >>
Free Hearing Screenings
Communication Sciences and Disorders students will conduct supervised hearing screenings on Friday, Nov. 10 from 1:30-4 p.m. in the Eleanor M. Luse Center located in Pomeroy Hall. The screenings are free and available to adults 18 years of age and older. Appointments required. Learn more >>
Partnering for Health Equity Conference
Topics include Championing a Culture of Health Equity Across Policies, Planning, and Programming: Lessons from Connecticut and Vermont and Navigating the Intersection of Public Health, Equity & Patient Family Engagement. Wednesday, Nov. 15, Hanover, NH. Learn more >>
Wellness Starts Here! Core Strength Class in Rowell
On Mondays and Wednesdays at noon, join your co-workers in Rowell 032 for a Core Strength and Flexibility session using stability balls, resistance tubing and weights. Instructor Janet Franz is a CNHS communications specialist and certified group exercise instructor and personal trainer. The class helps relieve back stiffness, improves mobility and increases functional strength. Participants do not need to wear shoes, but please bring a mat or large towel for floor work. Drop-in fee of $5 suggested; please register by sending a message to janet.l.franz@med.uvm.edu. Receive news, updates and schedule information via the CORE-STRENGTH-FLEX listserv.
Massage Therapy in 026 Rowell
Starting November 6, clothed therapeutic table massage appointments will be available Mondays from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in 026 Rowell. Learn more >>
PCA Opportunities
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences posts PCA opportunities on behalf of members of the local community.