Husky Health & Well-Being

Husky Health
& Well-Being

All UW Seattle student health services in one place

UW Seattle offers a wide range of health and wellness services, from exceptional medical care and counseling services to recreation classes, safety resources, peer health advocacy, trainings and more. Most services on this site are limited to currently enrolled UW Seattle students, while others are open to faculty, staff and the general public.

Our goal is to support your health, safety and well-being so you can make the most out of your Husky Experience. How can we help you today?

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We recognize that the video release of Tyre Nichols’ fatal encounter with five Memphis police officers may elicit a range of feelings for our students, and in particular, for our Black students.

Whether you choose to view the video is up to you, and we want you to consider the impact of your choice. We know that BIPOC people experience vicarious trauma from viewing footage of police brutality and the video may also provoke grief, anger, fear and sadness, all of which would be understandable. Know your own reasons for your choice to view the video or not. For example, you may choose to view the video because that is what will spring you into activism and that feels congruent for you. You may choose to not view the video because you are already an activist and additional trauma is likely to make you feel more helpless, which is counter to how you want to be in the world.

If you are struggling with or feeling overwhelmed by any of these feelings, please reach out for support. My SSP provides same-day support via phone (866-775-0608) or chat.

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Mental Health

#huskykind Acts of Kindness Campaign

Kindness is the act of doing something for someone else or yourself. Have you ever had someone do a nice thing for you or have you done something for someone else? Have you ever thought about extending that same kindness to yourself? We know that kindness can improve one’s mental health and the mental health of others.

The #HUSKYKIND is a campaign surrounding kindness and pushing for our Husky community in a challenge of 100 acts of kindness over the Winter Quarter. Have you ever counted your acts of kindness? Well, research shows that counting your acts of kindness can increase happiness. We at the UW Counseling Center challenge you to 100 acts of kindness through the quarter.

Each week, we will launch 10 new acts of kindness we challenge you to complete. Can you do it? We will be tracking through Bekind app and will have different prize options the more challenges you complete each week…

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Communicating respectfully with people of all gender expressions

Gender diversity has existed throughout time and across cultures. However, in many western cultures we have been socialized to treat gender as binary, only recognizing men and women.

In this context, understanding what gender-inclusive language is and how to use it can be confusing: it’s not typically something we learn in school, it’s constantly evolving, and people’s preferences for defining their identity can vary widely and change over time.

Responsible winter recreation in the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is well known for its outdoor recreation enthusiasts, from seasoned adventurers to habitual couch potatoes and everyone in between. We are lucky enough to live in a region where there are many opportunities–from snowshoeing and skiing to snow play and skijoring–to bundle up, get outside and recreate in a way that respects the environment and each other.

Among the many benefits of a strong nature connection through outdoor time: improved mental acuity and creativity; better health through physical activity that reduces the risk of obesity, heart disease, depression, and other lifestyle diseases; and an understanding of the urgent need for environmental protection and preservation of our planet.

What’s the Best Way to Warm Up Before You Exercise?

This winter, whether you’re determined to workout outside even when it’s freezing or want to stick to the comfort of your at-home gym (aka your living room, bedroom or garage), there’s one important step before you start: your warmup.

Dr. Alison Putnam, a physician at the Sports Medicine Clinic at Ballard, explains how to effectively warm up for exercise — and why it’s so important to get your muscles warm before you work out.

All UW Seattle student health services in one place

Mental Health

Medical & Dental

Recreation

Safety

Resources

Get Involved

Support is available

#huskykind Acts of Kindness Campaign

News and Updates

Communicating respectfully with people of all gender expressions

Responsible winter recreation in the Pacific Northwest

What’s the Best Way to Warm Up Before You Exercise?

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All UW Seattle student health services in one place

Mental Health

Medical & Dental

Recreation

Safety

Resources

Get Involved

Support is available

#huskykind Acts of Kindness Campaign

News and Updates

Communicating respectfully with people of all gender expressions

Responsible winter recreation in the Pacific Northwest

What’s the Best Way to Warm Up Before You Exercise?

Crisis support

US emergencies: Call 911

SafeCampus: 206.685.7233

My SSP (mental health support for UW students): 1.866.775.0608

Crisis Connections (Seattle-area mental health support): 866.427.4747

On-campus support

International support for students, faculty, and staff traveling abroad