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GHC Workshops
Be a Man, Self-exam (45 minutes)
Men's health check. Learn about testicular cancer and how to perform
testicular self-exam. Testicular models will be provided for
demonstration and practice. Statistics, risk factors, and symptoms will
be discussed.
Birth Control Basics (45-60 minutes)
Pills and diaphragms and condoms, oh my! Learn about the different forms
of birth control available, including each method's effectiveness,
cost, risks and benefits. Examples of different methods are passed
around for participants to examine.
HIV/AIDS (45 minutes)
Be more informed about HIV/AIDS. Who’s at risk? Who should be tested? Learn what’s true and what is a myth.
Safe 'n' Sound (60 minutes)
Learn about STIs, risk behaviors among college students, and ways to
reduce risk. Gain in-depth information about three of the most common
STIs: genital herpes, human papillomavirus (HPV), and chlamydia. Cause,
transmission, symptoms, detection, and treatment are described for each
infection. Fun, informal, interactive presentation.
Cholesterol: HDL? LDL? OMG! (45 minutes)
HDL? LDL? TG? TC? What do all these mean? And why should I care? We can help with that. Free cholesterol screening is included in this program.
Energized!! Healthy Lifestyles (30-60 minutes)
Discover how to energize your life through simple changes in how you
move, eat, and sleep. We all want to be energized, right? Follow these
simple ideas and high octane energy living is yours!!
Portion Distortion (45-60 minutes)
After this workshop you will be amazed at the amount of food on your
plate. Learn how the portions we are given in restaurants and at home
are way out of PROPORTION!! Find out what a serving size is all about.
Making simple changes in your portion size can be the difference between
maintaining your ideal weight and gaining weight.
Sugar Blues: Diabetes 101 (30-45 minutes)
Type 2 Diabetes is serious, common, costly and controllable. We know
from research that it can be delayed or prevented. This workshop is
designed to teach you how to prevent or reduce your risks of developing
type 2 diabetes.
Breathing Room (45 Minutes)
Deep, regular, mindful breathing is the easiest form of meditation and most frequently recommended for beginners. Our breath is always with us and is a wonderful way to induce the relaxation response. Learn more about the power of the breath and the physiology behind it’s ability to induce the relaxation response. We will initially discuss the types, signs, and effects of stress and identify personal coping styles. Then you will learn simple breathing techniques that can be used anywhere, any time to reduce your stress.
How Do I Stay Awake During Lecture? (45 minutes)
After briefly identifying personal barriers to sleep, simple strategies
for getting quality sleep will be discussed. Relaxation exercises such
as breathing techniques and guided imagery are included.
iRest (30-45 minutes)
You know in the morning when you are in that state between wakefulness
and sleep? That beautiful gap between being fully awake but not quite
asleep? iRest is like that. It's amazing! This inspired, meditative
practice requires nothing of you but to lie down and listen. Be
supported and nourished as you discover profound peace and vibrant
health. If possible, participants should bring a yoga mat or towel to
this workshop.
Mediation Medley (45-60 minutes)
Discover different ways to meditate. We will briefly talk about the
benefits of meditation but most of this class will explore
different methods of meditation. The methods we will explore are:
Breathing, Visual (Yantra), Moving/Walking, Sound (Mantra) and a guided
Tonglen meditation. A very relaxing program.