As the brisk winds of November sweep in, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your well-being, and we’ve got an exciting lineup of events to help you do just that! This month, we’re rolling out a calendar filled with opportunities for our valued faculty and staff to thrive in various aspects of their lives. From [...]

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This October faculty, staff and students from all across the University and UW Medicine participated in Pumpkin Picasso: UW’s Artistic Carving Contest. We collected photo submissions to spread the scream-tastic spirit of our creative colleagues and hosted the vote for a winner on our Instagram stories. 🎃👻  Without further ado, our winner is Marisa Garcia. [...]

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Every fall, as the days grow shorter and the sky darkens, I see patients whose mood begins to match the gloomy external world. They are tired, sleep long hours, and have trouble getting out of bed or leaving the house. Their arms and legs feel like lead, and their strongest desires are cravings for sweet [...]

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Stay cozy during cold and rainy days with these warm, delicious soup recipes. Each one takes less than a half hour to make and can be cooked in larger batches for later. You’ll have a hearty homemade meal, perfect for days when you have less time (or energy) to cook. Here are some quick and [...]

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“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso As a parent or caregiver, you’ve no doubt heard about the value of art (including all forms of creative expression, such as music, theater and dance) exposure for children: the development of fine motor skills, [...]

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This article is written and provided by our partners at Fidelity Investments.  If you are like most Americans, health care is expected to be one of your largest expenses in retirement, after housing and transportation costs. But unlike your parents’ generation, you won’t likely have access to employer- or union-sponsored retiree health benefits. So, health [...]

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October marks the annual observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an opportunity to recognize the contributions of American workers with disabilities and educate about disability employment issues. This year also marks the 50th anniversary of Section 504, the first disability civil rights law enacted in the United States. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office [...]

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Exercising outdoors is great for your mental and physical health. Whether you are taking a walking break or simply soaking in nature, there are many benefits to moving in the outdoors. However, as temperatures drop and daylight reduces, extra precautions are needed to protect yourself from seasonal elements. If you prefer to get outside in the early [...]

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Monday, October 9 marks a day of recognition of Indigenous peoples’ resilience and rich cultural heritage in the face of centuries of oppression, assimilation and genocide.  Recognized on the second Monday in October – the same day as the federally recognized Columbus Day holiday – Indigenous Peoples’ Day (sometimes called Native Americans Day) became an [...]

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This month, take charge of your health by joining us at one of the many benefits fairs and flu shot clinics available across our UW campuses and UW Medical Centers. Join us at the annual American Heart Association Heart Walk bright and early on Oct. 14 or at a Friday morning virtual yoga series starting Oct. 6. [...]

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