Wellness

Ask the WashU Doctors: taking care of your health
In the latest “Ask the WashU Doctors,” Steven Lawrence, MD, MSc, associate professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases, and Cheri LeBlanc, MD, executive director of the Habif Health and Wellness Center, share advice about how to maintain your and your family’s health.

Building resilience in the era of COVID-19
Resilience is more than coping; it’s about confronting crises and difficult situations without getting overwhelmed by them. Learn more on the HR website.

Coping with COVID-19: Eight issues
HR provides resources for coping with COVID, and the Coping with COVID hotline (314-286-1700) has extended its hours to 8 am- 7 pm Monday through Friday.

COVID-19 risk levels for common activities
Explore relative risk levels of dozens of common activities such as shopping, traveling by plane and playing sports.

Eight ways to stay healthy
Public health expert Graham Colditz offers eight suggestions for staying well during coronavirus distancing.

Employee mental health resources
Check out resources for taking care of your mental health during the pandemic — and warning signs that you may need help.

Finding support through Zoom groups
WashU psychiatry faculty are hosting weekly, confidential Zoom support groups to help employees cope during these challenging times.

How to help if your child is depressed
It’s no surprise that children are feeling sad right now. In a New York Times story, Joan Luby, MD, provides advice on how parents can help.

HR Health and Wellness Resources
HR provides a number of health and wellness resources, including information on health care benefits, mental health and mindfulness.

HR resources to support you
Visit the HR website for resources to support your health, mental health, wellness, learning and financial wellbeing.