CSULB's 2nd Annual Health Fair a Success

Cal State Long Beach held its second annual Health Fair Tuesday on the Southwest Terrace with great success.  The event was hosted by the University Student Union Program Council.

The Health Fair provided students with information on everything from safe sex practices to health care after college.  Ten tables were staffed with representatives from both on-campus and off-campus organizations such as the Physical Therapy Club and the Beacon House Association of San Pedro.  

The Sexually Transmitted Disease Program provide

d students with condoms and how-to guides.

In an interview with the Daily 49er, Oscar Dimas, a representative of the Sexually Transmitted Disease Program spoke about promoting safe sex among students.

"We're trying to help students gain knowledge about ways to talk about sex with their partners.  Most people tend to talk about sex in bed, which is not always the best place to do so.  We have guides to walk you through more productive was to talk to your partner."

If you were unable to attend the Health Fair and woul

d like more information about a healthy lifestyle, be sure to stop by the the Student Health Center to ask questions and learn more.

Natalie Tejeda, a junior nursing student, uses a body fat percentage machine.  (Photo courtesy of Mike Plaza, Daily 49er)

"Running on Empty? Learn How to Recharge!"

Physical and emotional health has become a growing concern among college students these days. The Cal State Long Beach Athletic department will be hosting motivational speaker and experienced college aid Elaine Penn as she speaks to students about the importance of taking care of yourself, both mentally and physically, while attending school.

The Daily 49er published an article on Monday by staff writer Erica McClaugherty informing students of Penn's visit on Tuesday, February 26.

Many students on

 campus are not only exhausted from studying and lack of sleep, but are also unable to find an effective way to deal with the stress and pressures from classes.  In a report published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in January, 2007, "Colleges are seeing a generation of students who appear to be manifesting increased signs of depression, anxiety, perfectionism, and stress."  

In her presentations, Penn motivates students to cope with stress and frustration by exercising and and eating healthy.  When students say they do not have time to work out due to hectic schedules, Penn tell

s students they need to make exercising a priority.

"I get up early and exercise first thing in the morning; if I don't do it early, I'm not going to," Penn said.

In addition to laying out exercise tips and workouts you can do right at home without a gym membership, Penn will also explain healthy eating habits that even the most penny-pinching college students can take part in.  Be sure to check out this seminar - it is sure to be informative and may help benefit your health in the long run.