We all know the tips for staying well – get enough sleep, eat healthy foods in sensible quantities and get regular exercise. During the coronavirus pandemic we have added hand washing, masks, and social distancing to the list of important behaviors.
Despite knowing what we should do, sometimes we just do not do what is best for us due to personal barriers or sometimes because of deterrents at work. UNM HSC wants to make it as easy as possible for you to make the best choices for your physical wellness.
Stay informed about the latest recommendations on how to keep you and your family safe from COVID-19.
Though specific policies may differ from one department or environment to another, there are common practices that help protect you and others if you work, study, or serve in a clinical setting.
During this pandemic, we need sleep more than ever. Sleep boosts our immune systems, increases our energy levels, helps us concentrate and remember and balances mood. As a healthcare worker, proper sleeps sets you up to make the clearest and best decisions throughout the day.
Getting a good night’s sleep during the pandemic can be challenging. The disruption to our daily routine (no school, working from home), anxiety about the virus and the economy, social isolation, increased screen time, and greater stress at home and at work may make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep.
To learn more about the benefits of sleep, why you might be having a hard time sleeping now and how you can improve your sleep, see this helpful information from the Sleep Foundation.
Disrupted schedules and routines, limited trips to the grocery store and increased stress can wreak havoc on your eating habits. You may find that you are overeating or stress eating, undereating or eating the wrong things for optimal health.
The same factors that have made it hard to maintain a good sleep schedule and healthy eating habits also make it harder to get exercise. With gyms closed and gym safety uncertain, here are some resources for exercising from home:
Keep your eye out for fitbit challenges and more from HSC Wellness.