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Do you know your vagina?

By Imani Hassan · Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015

It should go without saying that we all should know our bodies and how it functions. Seems simple enough yet, there’s still a level of embarrassment or even shame that causes people to whisper at the simple mention of the word vagina. Yes, even in the 21st century, society still writes off the most natural and complex part of the female body as weird, unclean, or disgusting.

How to stay healthy in the winter months

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014

Winter is sometimes considered the most wonderful time of the year, but after Christmas has passed and the cold really starts to set in, it can be the hardest season to endure. Between the cold, snow, and gloomy feeling winter seems to provide some hardships to keep yourself healthy throughout the season.

EMU transitions to a tobacco-free campus

By Scout Bostley · Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014

Eastern Michigan University recently adopted a tobacco-free campus policy. The Board of Regents voted to pass this policy Friday afternoon at their winter regular meeting. The tobacco-free policy is to move toward supporting a healthier learning, living and work environment for the EMU campus.

Four tasty tips for the holiday eater

By Imani Hassan · Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014

Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for all that life has to offer like family, friends, and of course, food.

Sisterhood Alliance presents Soul Speak

By Olivia Jackson · Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014

Every Thursday, the Sisterhood Alliance presents Soul Speak in the Student Center from 2 to 3:30 pm in the Kiva Room. Soul Speak is a place for women in minorities to have a safe place to speak on day-to-day issues or have that necessary girl chat to ease their mind. This group is open to the public and completely free.

The easy dorm room diet

By Imani Hassan · Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014

We all know that dieting in college can be a hassle when there are so many good food options on campus.

Diabetes awareness month

By Hannah Saul · Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014

At age 15 I found myself spending a day at the hospital being poked and prodded over 8 times after drinking a disgustingly sugary drink.

Ways to avoid the famous “freshman 15”

By Chelsea Idzior · Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013

“The freshman 15” is a phrase that can elicit horror among college students everywhere. It refers to the weight that some college freshmen gain as a result of partying, overeating and making unhealthy food choices in the school cafeteria.

Helping Hearts helps disabled on campus

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, March 27, 2013

When Eastern Michigan University student Emily Keyes broke her ankle in 2011, she had no idea how difficult it would be to get around on campus with a backpack full of books and a set of crutches.

Group will light candles for victims of suicide

By Jess Salisbury · Wednesday, March 20, 2013

By the time a person reaches college age, there is a good chance their lives have already been affected by a mental health issue. A 2004 study by the National Alliance on Mental Illness and Abbott Laboratories found that one in three students reported having long periods of depression and one in four reported having suicidal thoughts.

Stay safe during break: Ask questions, watch friends

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013

Winter break is commonly known as spring break, unless you’re stuck in Michigan freezing your butt off. However, it doesn’t matter if you’re headed down to the warm beaches of Mexico or stuck in the Northwest, there are a lot of opportunities for you to get hurt. College women in particular tend to find themselves in dangerous situations during spring break.

Women: Tips for a healthy heart

By Ashley G. Terrell · Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013

Heart disease is the number one killer of women in America. According to www.GoRedforWomen.com, with one in three women dying each year; it’s deadlier than any form of cancer.

Cold and flu remedies for winter semester

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013

It feels like little green fat men are living in your nose, chest and throat. They make it so you’re tired, you hurt all over, you sneeze, and cough every 30 seconds and generally feel miserable. Yes, the germs and viruses attacking your body right now may be that of the common cold or the flu.

‘Made’ coaches have EMU roots

By Marissa Beste · Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013

Eastern Michigan University’s Rec/IM played a role in bringing together a local couple who was recently on an episode of MTV’s “Made.”

EMU begins campus fitness competition

By Krystal Elliott · Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013

‘Tis the season for lifestyle changes. Many people on campus have made New Year’s resolutions to live a more healthy life in 2013 and for them, Eastern Michigan University’s Get Fit Challenge could not have come at a better time.

Snow Health offers SAD treatments

By Cosette Girardot · Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012

As it gets closer and closer to the winter solstice, the amount of darkness that we have to endure is disheartening. As if it’s not enough that those who wake up before 8 a.m. are waking up to complete darkness, and by the time their day is done at 5 p.m., it’s once again pitch black outside. Such a lifestyle can easily make a person feel a little SAD.

Ways to support breast cancer research

By Princess Gabbara · Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012

Every three minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer and every 13 minutes, a woman dies from the disease, according to www.komen.org.

Moderation key in coconut craze

By Erica Mouch · Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012

On a recent grocery store trip, I noticed many different coconut products. Coconut water comes in a variety of flavors including coconut crème, coconut bonbons and coconut oil.

Fitness Files: Dorm room workout ideas

By Ashlyn Zarate · Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012

With fall weather approaching, doing much of anything outside except bonfires seems less and less likely.

Cholesterol awareness important

By Heather Anderson · Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012

September is National Cholesterol Education Month and therefore serves as a reminder of the importance of getting your cholesterol checked, taking steps to reduce your levels if elevated and learning diet and lifestyle behaviors that support healthy cholesterol levels.