Student Resources
This page is intended to provide resources that will support your learning. Please make sure you do assigned readings and activities in preparation for class.
Articles & Links on Wellness Related Topics
Aging
National Institute on Aging
This
online web resource offers information about healthy aging and
cognitive health, physical activity guidelines for older adults,
financial planning resources and much more.
Allergy and Asthma
Allergy and Asthma Network
Resources for allergy and asthma information
Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure information and resources
Guide to Lowering Blood Pressure with DASH Eating Plan
From the US Department of Health and Human Services
Breast Cancer
The American Cancer Society provides information about breast cancer and various resources. Here you will find current treatment options, up-to-date research, and support.
ACS: Breast Awareness and Self-Exam
ACS: Mammograms
ACS: Reach to Recovery
The Breast Cancer Forum is an online forum to discuss any issue related to breast cancer. Find out how to join the list by visiting the website. On-line support is available 24-hours a day.
This site will provide information on symptoms of breast cancer, the diagnosis process, treatment options, day to day living with breast cancer, and ways in which to lower your risk of getting breast cancer.
Cancer Care provides free professional support for anyone affected by cancer. Services include counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and recent publications.
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
This site provides extensive information on a wide range of breast cancer treatment plans.
Mayo Clinic provides a simple overview of the symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options for breast cancer. This site also helps you prepare for your appointment if you are going to the doctor for a preventative screening or exam.
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This organization is designed to increase awareness of breast cancer and its early detection. Educational materials and resources are available at minimal to no cost.
National Breast Cancer Foundation
This organization provides information for those who have been recently diagnosed, education on early detection, and support to those who feel alone in this battle.
Learn more at this site about breast cancer statistics, treatment options, clinical trials, and the latest on cancer research and literature.
Breast Cancer information including an overview of what it is, causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms to look for, detection, various forms of treatment, support groups that are available, what to expect and prevention tips.
This site will help you better understand what breast cancer is, how you can get involved in support groups and other causes, as well as how to partner with or sponsor others who are living with breast cancer.
- Breast Cancer Self Awareness - English
- Breast Cancer Self Awareness - Spanish
The Pink Ribbon Place, located in Riverside, has been created to promote healthy behaviors through education, to provide support to all women going through breast cancer, and to expand access to diagnostic services for breast cancer.
WebMD - Breast Cancer Health Center provides practical information on the symptoms, screening process, and treatment of breast cancer. It also provides the latest news headlines and research articles on various breast cancer topics.
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
Y-ME was founded by two breast cancer patients in 1978 who saw the need for breast cancer information and support from those going through breast cancer to be available. The support hotline (1-800-221-2141) is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to connect you to a trained peer counselor who is also a breast cancer survivor.
Cancer Prevention
American Cancer Society
Cancer
information including cancer facts, prevention and detection, tobacco
cessation guide, food and fitness information and information on getting
involved in the fight against cancer.
American Institute for Cancer Research
Information and recommendations for cancer prevention through diet and nutrition.
National Cancer Institute
Fact Sheet and publications about nutrition and cancer prevention.
Children's Health
Kid's Health
Information for parents, teens, and children
MyPyramid for Kids
Materials designed specifically for children aged 6 to 11
The Amazing Food Detective
Interactive nutrition session sponsored by Kaiser Permanente
Cholesterol
American Heart Association
Lowering
your cholesterol can decrease your risk of a heart attack. Included on
this website are dietary recommendations and heart-healthy recipes.
Diabetes
American Diabetes Association
Information on diabetes control, prevention and research. Includes tips, recipes, exercise and nutrition information.
National Diabetes Clearinghouse
The
Clearinghouse provides information about Diabetes to health
professionals, patients, and the public. This is a great online resource
for educational materials on one of America’s most prevalent chronic
diseases.
An excellent interactive tool for planning balanced meals for diabetics.
Government Health Sites
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Health Promotion
Covers a range of consumer health education and worksite wellness resources
Healthier US.Gov
The
HealthierUS initiative is a nation-wide effort to improve quality of
life, prevent and reduce the costs of disease, and promote health and
wellness. Learn how to: Make physical activity a part of your day, eat
more healthy foods, and protect yourself and your family from illness.
National Institutes of Health
Health information, news, and research
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
The
newest edition of Nutrition and Your Health: Dietary Guidelines for
Americans, a joint publication of the Departments of Health and Human
Services and Agriculture.
Headaches
National Headache Foundation
Information, education, and research on headaches.
Heart Disease and Stroke
Active.com - Matters of the Heart
Learn how to keep your heart beating healthy and strong with these tips and guidelines for fitness and nutrition.
American Heart Association
Health education information, helpful facts/tips, recipes, shopping & eating out tips for a healthy heart.
Create your blood pressure and healthy weight action plan.
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Health Education Resources
Provides health assessment tools, recipes and health information by major chronic diseases
National Stroke Association
Comprehensive
information about strokes, including the most common signs and symptoms
of having a stroke, treatment, rehabilitation and recovering,
prevention, and caring for family members who have suffered from stroke.
Also includes links to professional resources, clinical trial
information, and other prevention programs.
UC Irvine Heart Disease Prevention Program at the UCI College of Medicine strives for excellence in scholarly research, community education, and clinical care aimed at the prevention, early detection, and reversal of coronary heart disease in children, adults, and the elderly
General Health
Mayo Clinic
Great resource for a variety of health conditions, symptom checker, and drug information
Californians for Patient Care
Database
of local, statewide and federal services and resources for the
uninsured and underinsured including: Free or low cost healthcare
services and programs,Community clinics (not-for-profit), Senior and
Veterans programs, Maternal/Child health services, Prescription
assistance, Homeless resources, and more!
SparkPeople
Make your life an adventure - tips, recipes, message boards for healthy lifestyle
WebMD.Com
Information on various health conditions
Mental Health
Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA)
Resource for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of anxiety disorders
Burn Out Self-Test
This
tool can help you check yourself for burnout. It helps you look at the
way you feel about your job and your experiences at work, so that you
can get a feel for whether you might be at risk of burnout
Happier.com
Tools to improve happiness and resilience
The Healthy Mind Platter: Seven daily essential mental activities to optimize brain matter and create well-being. The Healthy Mind Platter was created by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel, Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute and Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine in collaboration with Dr. David Rock, Executive Director of the NeuroLeadership Institute.
Live Your Life Well
The
non-profit Mental Health America has been working for 100 years to
promote well-being for all Americans. Now we have put together the 10
Tools to Live Your Life Well. Based on extensive scientific evidence,
these tools can help you relax, grow and flourish. They can help you Live Your Life Well.
National Institute of Mental Health
The
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific
organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the
understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the
promotion of mental health.
National Mental Health Association
Current news, upcoming events and links to publications and resources for mental health
Psychology Today
Resources, tests, articles for your emotional well-being
Screening for Mental Health
SMH
programs now include both in-person and online programs for depression,
bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress
disorder, eating disorders, alcohol problems, and suicide prevention.
Nutrition
American Dietetic Association
Nutrition Fact sheets, recipes, daily nutrition tips, books and resources, and Registered Dietician locator
Calorie Control Council
This
site is useful in finding calories and fat in foods by entering the
food into the calories calculator. There is also an activity calculator
and BMI calculator
Cooking Light
Recipes, menu-planning ideas, healthy cooking suggestions.
Farmer's Market - Kaiser locations
Locations to various Farmer's Markets at Kaiser locations throughout Southern California. Open to the public!
Farmer's Market - Downtown Riverside
Fresh fruits, vegetables, baked breads, and farm fresh eggs and potatoes.
Have fruit delivered to the office!
Fruits & Veggies Matter
Find easy ways to add more fruits and vegetables into your daily eating patterns.
Use our website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies that are locally grown.
Mayo Clinic Food and Nutrition Center
The Food & Nutrition Center features the latest in nutrition research and comprehensive articles on eating well.
Meals Matter
This is a free online tool to help you achieve good health and balanced nutrition, sponsored by the Dairy Council of California. You can find recipes, exchange meal planning ideas with other professionals, and more.
MyPlate.gov
Contains the latest news, background information, and resources about the food guidance system
US Department of Health and the US Department of Agriculture
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
VegetarianNutrition.net
Information
on various topics, such as transitioning to a vegetarian lifestyle,
vegan nutrition, and vegetarian children and links to several other
recommended sites about vegetarianism.
Food Lists, Recipes, Prep Tips, Resources and more!
Osteoporosis
National Osteoporosis Foundation
The
National Osteoporosis Foundation is the leading nonprofit, voluntary
health organization dedicated to promoting lifelong bone health in order
to reduce the widespread prevalence of osteoporosis and associated
fractures.
Physical Activity
2008 Physical Activity Guidelines from the CDC
New guidelines for physical activity for optimal health benefits
ACSM New Guidelines on Quantity and Quality of Exercise - June 2011
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has just released new recommendations on the quantity and quality of exercise for adults which reflects current scientific evidence on physical activity and includes recommendations on aerobic exercise, strength training and flexibility.
Active Network
Information
on various fitness events and promotions. Weekly newsletter from
Active.com, the world's most comprehensive portal for athletes of all
levels. Each issue highlights active insider exclusives-articles and
feature stories, as well as great offers from sponsors.
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
Offers health information, certifications and workshops.
American College of Sports Medicine
Health education, certification and research information
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
Includes ACE Fit Facts, recipes, exercise library, certification information and continuing education.
City of Riverside Activity Guide
Information from the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department
Deskercise
When
you sit throughout the day, tension can build up; muscles become tight
and joints stiff. It's a good idea to stretch periodically, and take a
break every couple of hours to "desk"ercise.
Personal Training, Fitness, Weight Management, Yoga, Nutrition Counseling, and workshops and seminars located on the UCR campus.
Play It Again Sports
Resource for purchasing new and used fitness equipment.
Power Systems
Resource for purchasing fitness equipment
Runners' World
Information on training for a race, race locations, gear, injury prevention, nutrition and weight loss and motivation.
SPRI products
Fitness
products such as resistance bands, stability balls, mats, dumbbells,
educational resources, and sports conditioning products. 20% for all UCR
employees.
Pregnancy
Healthy Pregnancy
Resources and Pregnancy related information from Kaiser. Available in English and Spanish
March of Dimes
Information and answers about pregnancy, your baby, folic acid, prematurity, genetic disorders, birth defects and much more.
Senior Health
AARP
AARP is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to addressing the needs and interests of persons 50 and older.
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research.
Seniordrivers.org
Seniordrivers.org is a website portal for senior drivers, their families, researchers, and alternative transportation providers.
Skin Cancer
American Academy of Dermatology: Be Sun Smart
You can have fun in the sun and decrease your risk of skin cancer
American Cancer Society: Sun Safety 101
Tips to Help Minimize Your Risk of Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer Foundation: Skin Cancer: Prevention Guidelines
A list of skin cancer prevention tips
Skin Cancer Foundation: Self Examination
A guide to finding and recognizing potential skin cancer
WebMD:Understanding Skin Cancer - Diagnosis and Treatment
A guide to treatment and care
Sleep Health
American Psychological Association
Tips, articles, news, and resources for Sleep
Healthy Sleep information from Harvard Medical School
Resource to located accredited sleep centers
Sleep Disorders - MedLine Plus
Comprehensive overview of sleep disorders, tools, research, and news
Teaching Kids the importance of sleep
Sleep Foundation
Information and resources about sleep
National Center on Sleep Disorder Research
Information and resources about sleep
UCLA Center for Sleep Research
Sleep research, videos, and publications
WebMD Sleep Health Center
Learn more about sleep disorders and issues
Stress Management
Active.com Mind and Body: Stress-Relief Solutions
It's
easy to get stressed out with the hustle and bustle of life. Learn to
relax and stay stress-free all year long with these articles and tips.
The American Institute of Stress
Clearinghouse for stress-related information, publications and services.
Center for Disease Control: Stress at Work
This
publication highlights knowledge about the causes of stress at work and
outlines steps that can be taken to prevent job stress
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC)
UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior
(310) 206-7503
Our
mission is to foster mindful awareness across the lifespan through
education and research to promote well-being and a more compassionate
society.
Tobacco Cessation
American Cancer Society
ACS provides a Quit Smoking Guide, Resources, and information on the Great American Smokeout.
American Lung Association
The
American Lung Association offers resources to help smokers figure out
their reasons for quitting and then take the big step of quitting for
good.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) Tobacco Information and Prevention
A
list of resources to help you learn about the health consequences of
smoking, secondhand smoke, and smokeless tobacco use plus suggestions to
help you quit smoking.
Committed Quitters
Individualized stop-smoking plans along with quit aids
Kaiser - How much is smoking costing you? This interactive tool calculates how much money you have spent on cigarettes in the past or how much you will spend on them in the future.
SmokeFree.gov program provides a Quit Guide to help you prepare to quit and support you in the days and weeks after you quit.
QuitNet
QuitNet
is a free on-line, interactive program that combines proven scientific
methods with web technology to customize a smoking cessation program for
you. It profivides to the tools to help you quit, ex-smoker to smoker
support, emails and resources.
Quiz: Are You Ready to Quit Smoking?
Interactive
tool measures your readiness to quit smoking. Based on your answers,
this tool will identify the stage of readiness you are in and help you
think about what to do next to move you towards quitting for good.
Quiz: Do You Need Help to Quit?
Take this Stop Smoking Quiz from the American Cancer Society.
Vegetarian
Information on vegetarian nutrition from the American Dietetic Association.
Vegetarian Resource Group
A
comprehensive website for vegetarians and vegans with lots of
vegetarian and vegan recipes, resource lists, tips for traveling and
eating vegetarian, and nutrition information.
Weight Management
Aim for a Healthy Weight
These
guidelines from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute present a
new approach for the assessment of overweight and obesity and a set of
steps for safe and effective weight loss.
CDC - Healthy Weight
Healthy Weight - it's not a diet, it's a lifestyle.
The Daily Burn
Diet and Fitness tracking website
Web MD - Healthy Eating and Diet Center
Health
and Diet Guide, diet plans, weight loss trends, Mens and Womens
specific health sites, vitamins, cooking, exercise and more.
Weight Loss and Nutrition Myths
Tips provided by the Dept. of Health and the National Institute of Health
Weight Management Resources and Information
Manage
your weight with information on nutrition, physical activity and weight
management along with wellness discounts and resources from the UCR
health plans.
Welcoa: Which Diets are the Best?
Information on a number of credible and healthy ways to lose weight.
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