UOW well@work

Promoting University of Wollongong employee awareness of health and wellbeing issues as well as initiatives that that support healthy lifestyle behaviours.

[Jeremy Lum @Cerebel_Lum]

Great way to raise awareness of #ALS #MND today with the @jjyerbury lab at his #FightingFate book signing. All proceeds are going to fund crucial MND research @FightMND @MND_RIA @UOW

[Australian Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing @healthgovau]

The #influenza vaccine is safe, effective and free for all children 6 months to less than 5 years. Talk to your healthcare professional about getting your child vaccinated against influenza or find out more information at 💻 https://t.co/Tq8jFDJJZk

[R U OK? @ruokanyday]

Be the person who encourages others to talk about what they're going through.

When we ask, 'are you OK?', those we care about can feel supported, connected and better about themselves and their situation.

For tips, visit https://t.co/ytWnOZWbtZ

Illustration via MilkyPrint

[Theresa Larkin @DrTheresaLarkin]

@nickrheinberger @doctormcdougall @UOW @uowresearch @ihmri 🎶🎼🥁🎸🎤Ok so I have done my follow up homework! 😊 Bohemian Rhapsody stays at 70 bpm throughout! Just with sometimes more notes per beat! What amazing musicians to be able to mix up the rhythm and energy but keep the same underlying tempo! Such a powerful song. 💜

[UOW well@work @uow_wellatwork]

During this Nov, SMAH Nutrition & Dietetics students will be offering UOW staff a free dietary consultation . Zoom or face to face.
Part of the practical placement learning #UOW
https://t.co/aY5iUjRF0h

[Safe Work Australia @safe_work_aus]

Want to know more about workers’ compensation and how it can help? Our new resources can assist you in understanding what workers’ compensation is and how it may benefit you or your workers – https://t.co/RuNWlElp6M
#safeworkmonth #Knowsafety #Worksafely

[Australian Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing @healthgovau]

Take on #Winter❄& tick your #COVID19vaccination & #Flu shot off your to-do list📝It’s safe to get both vaccines at the same time. Book now at your GP or participating pharmacy.

[UOW well@work @uow_wellatwork]

More SmokeFree #UOW info:
https://t.co/u0iSDojhul

[UOW @UOW]

Did you know #UOW's Wollongong campus has been proudly smoke free since 2016? 🎉 This year's #WorldNoTobaccoDay theme is 'Threat to our environment' and is focusing on the damage the tobacco industry causes to our water, soil, beaches and city streets. 👉 https://t.co/XhzVQi5EG0

[Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute @ihmri]

Join us this Wednesday to hear from an expert research panel on the future of #MND research.

We will uncover how ground-breaking research is teaching us more about the disease as we work to find new treatments.

Register now: https://t.co/YhoHVSDc5p

[Theresa Larkin @DrTheresaLarkin]

🌞☀️The story of UV radiation, #skin and #melanin for my first chat of 2022 with @doctormcdougall today! Looking forward to it: 3:35pm on Stumped abc Illawarra 97.3. 😊 How does melanin protect sun damage? What does sunscreen SPF mean? @UOW @uowresearch @ihmri

[UOW @UOW]

#InternationalMensDay aims for better health for men and boys. UOW grad and bar owner Lachlan Stevens is helping men open up about mental health through his initiative Barstool Brothers. Now with more than 1,000 members, he is keen to see it expand 👉 https://t.co/hkVIli5BCM.

[Hahn Australia Cup @AustraliaCup]

In the 55th minute of the 2000 NSL Grand Final, @WollGongWOLVES were 3-0 down against @PerthGloryFC.

What followed was one of the most amazing comebacks in Australian football history.

[UOW well@work @uow_wellatwork]

Great show. Not all about sport.

[ABC Everyday @abc_everyday]

Ted Lasso is often praised for its positivity and kindness. But it's the moments when the show tackles tricky topics like mental health and toxic masculinity that it truly stands out. https://t.co/3tjwsJh3Vn

[Patricia Davidson @DrPMDavidson]

UOW featured on Gardening Australia https://t.co/wy5MFoyLkC

[Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute @ihmri]

Meet the local faces behind the #VaxTheIllawarra campaign and learn more about what drove them to kick start the initiative 💪💉

We are so grateful for their support and for choosing #IHMRI as charity partner.

https://t.co/w1OhzhMlg8

[UOW @UOW]

The University of Wollongong main campus is home to some amazing wildlife, as captured by UOW horticulture and fauna expert Anthony Wardle in this latest piece by photojournalist Paul Jones. 👉 https://t.co/oozFRDDU0E #WorldAnimalDay 🦆🦉🦎🐝

[UOW well@work @uow_wellatwork]

@DrTheresaLarkin @doctormcdougall @ihmri @uowresearch Have witnessed this in full flight mode. Well done!

[Sleep Health Foundation @SHFAustralia]

In the evening, we have a rise in a hormone called melatonin which helps us prepare for sleep. Technology before bed interrupts melatonin production and we feel less sleepy.
Learn more: https://t.co/gtMHH4KBS9 #sleeptips #techaware #health #wellness #mentalhealthtips #breathe

[Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute @ihmri]

Catch @DrTheresaLarkin this afternoon with @doctormcdougall on ABC Drive Illawarra to talk injectables 💉💉

[Ted Lasso @TedLasso]

I agree with every bit of this. The thing about small victories is that they’re easier to carry with you. I’m calling myself the champion of popping every single kernel of popcorn in the microwave last night.