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60- Second Diabetes Risk Test

Disability Services Asks "Is Diabetes a DISABILITY?" 

According to the American Diabetes Association, the short answer is “Yes”

  • Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are protected as disabilities
  • People with diabetes can do any type of job, sport, or life goal

People with diabetes of all types are protected as people with qualifying disabilities. But, being protected from discrimination does not mean that diabetes has to put on the brakes on life!
 
People with diabetes are able to drive racecars, fight fires, play contact sports, and generally do whatever they need to follow their own dreams.

5 things Everyone Should Understand
About People With A Disability
  1. There are many different kinds of disability, and no one disability is any “better” or “worse” than another
  2. All people with any disability should be treated with respect at all times
  3. Disabilities can be hard, but they aren’t always terrible
  4. Some disabled people benefit from privilege, others not so much
  5. What most disabled people want most deeply is to be seen, heard, believed, and taken seriously
Upcoming program for DSSB:
 
Let’s Talk PV (Taking on the new school year and living through a pandemic)
Give different studying tips and strategies

Disability Services Student Board
11/6/2020 – Instagram Live 5 pm

NOTE: It is never too late to request letter of accommodations or to register for services. Call today!
 Phone:936-261-3583/3585 (O)
Fax:936-261-3584 (F)
Email: disabilityservices@pvamu.edu

 

Hilltop Reserve Agrees
Eating With Diabetes Doesn’t Have To Be Boring.

 

It’s all about finding the right balance that works for you. When you’re managing diabetes and prediabetes, your eating plan is a powerful tool. But figuring out what to eat can feel like a hassle, right? Well, it doesn't have to because there are easy things you can do to add flavor to your daily routine—including healthy twists on your favorite foods.
 

Read Full Story Here

The Hilltop Reserve continues to services students during this pandemic through contactless door front deliveries and pick-up. If you are in need of emergency resources be sure to register with the Hilltop Reserve 

Medical Services

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COVID Testing 

With the help of volunteers, Health Services has provided 6 different weekly COVID-19 Testing events. Your health is very important and while students have been concerned of their results, the only way to stop the spread of COVID is to follow the provided guidelines in addition to testing so to know your status. 

RED Ribbon Week
While Homecoming was canceled this year due to COVID-19, Health Services Health Education & Promotion Program brought the annual crash car to campus as a visual reminder for students to Not Drink & Drive.
 
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What do you think happened to this car?
COPING WITH THE HOLIDAY BLUES
The holiday blues refer to feelings of sadness which last throughout the holiday season begining in November and ending at the beginning of January. Although the holidays are seen as festive and fun, they are also a time of high emotion and demands which can leave a lot of people feeling stressed and exhausted. With the added uncertainty of COVID-19, the holiday blues have been stretched to exacerbated levels. Some of the reasons are

There are a number of things that can be done to help cope with the holiday blues that we recommend:
  • Avoid Excessive Alcohol
  • Don’t Isolate Yourself
  • Try to Exercise Regularly
  • Set Limits
  • Have Realistic Expectations
  • Talk to your doctor or mental health professional if your symptoms get worse.