Last week, Cal Poly opened their on-campus vaccination site to students who live in the dorms, students in performance groups in the Music Department and athletes. Just nine days later, Cal Poly had vaccinated about 1,000 students through the Heath…
Vaccine lottery registration system soon to be implemented in SLO County
San Luis Obispo County is planning to install a new registration and lottery system for vaccinations this week, announced at a county press briefing Wednesday, Feb. 24.
Without classes to walk to, students’ physical health could take a toll
The transition to online learning meant that Cal Poly students and staff are no longer spending their days climbing the “poly hills” and strengthening their “poly calves,” but rather sitting at their desks, staring at a computer screen.
Multiple students told to self-quarantine over coronavirus concerns
At least two students were asked to self-quarantine out of concern for coronavirus.
Cal Poly at the “epicenter” as STD rates increase in San Luis Obispo
In the past eight years, rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in San Luis Obispo County have nearly doubled, and studies show that Cal Poly plays a huge role in the increase.
From starving to 20,000 calories a day: This student battled the spectrum of eating disorders on her path to ‘healing’
“I wanted people to look at my smile and think ‘Oh, she’s perfect, she’s fine,’ but on the inside, I was the complete opposite.”
Health Center hires 8 employees in first quarter since fee increase
With the implementation of the $99 health fee increase per quarter beginning Fall 2018, students are already seeing improved wait times at the Health Center.
Where to get a free flu shot on campus
Cal Poly Health Services is hosting flu shot “pop-ups” to administer free flu vaccinations to Cal Poly students. The next “pop-up” will be held on Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. as part of Health Services’ efforts to…
Perspectives: Gun control
Dean and Atienza write about their views on gun control relating to toxic masculinity, feminism and sensationalism.
Brutal flu season brings stronger strain that’s more widespread
This season’s prominent strain, H3N2, has stronger effects on the body than strains in past seasons.
How to keep your fitness and health New Year’s resolutions
Many New Year’s resolutions die by February. Here’s how to keep yours going all year long.