Self-Care Resources

There are two private computer stations and a resource library in health promotion that are waiting for you to use! We have bookmarked reliable websites for you to find health information. Take the guesswork out of your search for reliable health information. We also have brochures, books, and journals to allow you to learn more about various health topics.

One more attraction to the health promotion computer lab is the 3 interactive CD-ROMs on the computers. Each computer station is equipped with headphones for private listening and interaction. Come explore more about yourself and your health.

• Alcohol 101 Plus– learn more about drinking responsibly on this virtual campus. The program explores special issues and decisions regarding alcohol for students.
• Food Mood and Attitude – FMA is an interactive program designed to provide important health information about disordered eating, body image, healthy exercise, general nutrition, and self-esteem.
• Sex in the CD – Explore sexual health issues in this interactive adventure. The interactive program allows you to learn about love, sex, your partner, and yourself

The Student Health Center promotes the use of an extensive online health information site . MedlinePlus is a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. You can access this health information by going to the website at http://MedlinePlus.gov

Features include:

Health Topics: Information on conditions, diseases and staying well

Interactive Tutorials: More than 165 slideshows with sound and picutres

Drug Information: About prescription and OTC medications

Medical Encyclopedia: Includes pictures and diagrams

Directories: Finds doctors, dentists and hospitals

Dictionary: Spelling and definitions of medical words

Latest Research: is provided from Medlines and the ClinicalTrials.gov database