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September 1, 2026
Imagine the kind of day when you have the energy and focus to do your work, spend time with family and friends, keep up with …

Keep summer fun going with these 8 ideas

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August 19, 2026
From stargazing to live music to eating outdoors, many favorite summery luxuries are simple, inexpensive and even good for you.

90% of adults with kidney disease don’t know that they’re affected

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August 18, 2026
Your kidneys may be compact — each roughly the size of a computer mouse — but they’re doing a full-time job and then some.

Stay safe in summer crowds with these 6 tips

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July 6, 2026
Learn six simple habits that you can adopt to help you stay aware, safe and prepared to exit busy public spaces.

Make the most of your moves

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June 8, 2026
Your day may offer more opportunities for healthy movement than you realize. And taking advantage of these opportunities can help support long-term health. No “workout” required.

17 songs to lift you up: A UC San Diego playlist

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May 20, 2026
This Mental Health Awareness Month, UC San Diego community members share the songs they turn to when they need a little boost.

The latest UC research on nutrition and health

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March 11, 2026
Explore recent UC research breakthroughs related to human nutrition and health — from nutritional dark matter to preventing skin cancer.

Give strength-training a try with advice from a UC expert

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February 10, 2026
Resistance training is critical for overall health, strength and longevity. Dr. Keith Baar explains how to get started.

Embracing “Dry January” can benefit your health

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January 2, 2026
Dry January is a great way to assess your relationship with alcohol and reap the benefits of drinking less.

Updates to policy covering flu and COVID-19 vaccinations

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December 23, 2025
UC has updated its vaccination policy with interim revisions to be more flexible while still prioritizing public health and safety. The update creates a new …