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August 18, 2016

Are you a resident at Units 2, 3, or 4 and interested in a unique chance to engage with a community of passionate peers in various health issues relevant to college students? Apply to be a Health Worker and make an impact on the well-being of your fellow Bears in your residential community! Contact Karen Hughes at khughes@berkeley.edu or call (510) 643-9073.

August 16, 2016

Sharing this fall’s health programs with your team

Be Well at Work – Faculty/Staff Health Programs offers a vast array of workshops, classes, and programs for faculty and staff to prevent injuries and promote health improvement. Print the promotional flyer to share with your team, or post it in a visible location (printed copies can be requested from kpatchell@berkeley.edu). This fall features Energize to Be Well, a variety of workshops, and a 6-week challenge to help faculty and staff feel more energized and engaged.

July 12, 2016

Support During Difficult Times: As national and international tragedies unfold, your staff may find themselves feeling a wide range of emotions that impact their ability to concentrate on their work. Feelings of grief, anxiety, fear, and anger can arise and cause employee distress. Managers and Supervisors are encouraged to contact Employee Assistance for consultations and/or advice on how to support their departments during these difficult times. For more information, call Be Well at Work – Employee Assistance at (510) 643-7754. 

June 13, 2016

UHS mental health services will be offering additional counseling drop-in hours at our Chavez location during the week of June 13, 2016.

In response to the tragic events in Orlando impacting many in our community, we have added additional drop-in hours to support students at our satellite location at Chavez 150:

Creating a Safe and Healthy Workplace Training

June 4, 2016

I have had the same roommate for two years and consider her a good friend. I know this semester has been hectic, but my roommate uses this as an excuse to snap at me. She does this to other people as well. Should I say something to her? Or should I ignore it? What are ways I can be supportive of her through really stressful times?

April 29, 2016

I shaved the sides of my hair this semester. I’m a girl and am nervous about my conservative family and community because I don’t know how they will react. I can always buy a wig but want to practice being more confident while sporting my new do. Any advice for helping me prepare to handle the inevitable criticism? I love my family but know that we hold very different views. Is there any way to reach a middle ground?

April 27, 2016

On Wednesday, April 13, 2016, PartySafe celebrated its second annual "World Class Awards" recognizing individuals, groups, and departments that have been highly effective in building safer alcohol and party practices at UC Berkeley. 

April 16, 2016

I am really happy with my boyfriend whenever we are not fighting. We make each other laugh and smile. However, whenever we fight, it is just the worst. I know that every couple fights, but sometimes I feel like we fight too much. Moreover, I get hurt during our fights - not physically but more on an emotional level. He would say “What is your problem”, “That was a stupid reason”, “you are selfish”, or “You are cheap”. I want to feel respected during the happy times and the fighting times.
I’ve been dating a guy who is nice to me but I think he just wants sex. It’s confusing because I’ve dated other guys who only want physical and will make that clear, but this guy is still nice to me. How can I determine if he’s only in it for the physical?

April 14, 2016

New Name, Same Services: Be Well at Work 

April 6, 2016

On Wednesday, April 6, 2016, UC Berkeley was recognized for two prestigious American Heart Association (AHA) awards: the 2015 Platinum Fit-Friendly recognition for worksite wellness and the 2015 Worksite Innovation Award for the Water Bottle Refill Stations and I Heart Tap Water campaign. The platinum level recognition is the highest level awarded by the AHA, and Berkeley is one of three UCs to receive the Platinum recognition. Associate Vice Chancellor Rosemarie Rae accepted the award at a Tang Center celebration.

April 1, 2016

We've redesigned our website with you in mind

So I haven’t dated in a while and I think I might be interested in this guy I just met in my organization. The problem is I think I’m too scared of something because I feel like I have been rejecting myself. Telling myself if he had found me attractive he would have already approached me. I feel like I’m such a fool because I haven’t tried talking to him. Maybe I’m being too hard on myself but I would like to know the guy a bit more where do I start?

March 31, 2016

New name, same great services. University Health Services is happy to announce a name change for our health programs that support faculty and staff: Be Well at Work.

March 25, 2016

This is my first semester at UC Berkeley as a transfer student and I have only gone on one date so far. I realized that balancing life here is not an easy task given the academic rigor. How can I get more dates during my time here at Cal? Thanks!​

March 31, 2015

University Health Services at UC Berkeley Named as “Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality” by National Survey 

University Health Services at the University of California Berkeley has been recognized as a “Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, the educational arm of the country’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization.  

September 8, 2014

I have a friend who has an overly controlling and jealous boyfriend. What is the best approach for this situation if the girl knows the situation she is in but feels she cannot talk to him about it?

September 1, 2014

Hi there, I’ve been feeling mentally drained, and don’t think I’m giving myself a chance to slow down and be in the moment. I’m missing lessons, and not meditating on them. I’m taking it pretty hard on myself sometimes. Do you have any solid advice?

August 31, 2014

I have a lot of image issues. This year, it just got worse since I started college, and was stressed and kept eating. I put on a lot of weight and now that I’m home for the summer, my family can’t stop talking about it. It stresses me out and just puts me in a bad downward spiral. Help?