It may seem like stress is a very modern problem but it has always been there, the difference is that in today’s world we are now extremely aware of it, mention it, and acknowledge it as an everyday part of our lives. Now, although humans can share the same stressful experiences and situations, how we […]
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How stress shapes our world
September 30th, 2024 by Angela PerrilliatMental Health Awareness Month: Nature and Mental Health
March 28th, 2024 by Angela PerrilliatEvery year during the month of May, the United States celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month. The purpose of this is to raise awareness and educate the public about diverse topics that fall under the big umbrella that is mental health. Regarding this issue, you’ll learn about one specific situation that can be detrimental to mental […]
Why is everyone sick around winter time?
January 12th, 2024 by Angela Perrilliat“Put your jacket on or else you’ll get the flu”, “stay off air streams or else you’ll get a cold”, do you remember your parents ever saying that to you as a kid? I do! Or how about now, after what we went through with covid, being paranoid of every sneeze and cough you hear? […]
New Provider Network in 2023
November 8th, 2023 by Staci FarmerEffective November 6th 2023 the provider network for the ISI Protect Plan is due to change from the Multiplan PPO Network to the United Healthcare Global PPO network. This will be a welcome move since the UHC Global PPO network will provide wider access to participating providers. Please keep in mind that all policies purchased […]
Introducing the World Elite plan to ISI
November 1st, 2023 by Alexis PonceISI is excited to announce that we’ve expanded our insurance options to cater to all different types of health insurance requirements and now, we will be introducing the World Elite plan, which is ACA-compliant and available for purchase for international students at select universities! The plan is available in three levels: World Elite Plus, World […]
Can friendships impact our health?
November 1st, 2023 by Maria CaballeroWe are pretty much familiar with the word “friend”. A friend is usually the one you met for the first time at school or with whom you established a relationship simply by living in the building next door. Welcoming a friend into our lives should bring us joy and happiness, but a friendship goes much […]
Why should I get my vision tested?
September 29th, 2023 by Joss JimenezSight is one of our most precious senses and it is important to make sure our sight is sharp and healthy. One way to take care of it is to have regular sight tests. Sight tests are essential for detecting and monitoring a variety of eye conditions, including: How often should you get tested for […]
FDA-approved over-the-counter birth control pill
August 17th, 2023 by Leslie ReynoldsThe FDA Approved an Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill! What does that mean for international students? Recently, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the US’s first “over-the-counter” birth control pill called “Opill.” “Over-the-counter” refers to medications that can be purchased at a pharmacy without a prescription from a doctor. THIS IS BIG NEWS! […]
Community Mental Health and What You Can Do to Take Action
June 6th, 2023 by Angela PerrilliatCommunity mental health is a mix of actions that have the goal of improving mental health on a community or social level, tackling health problems and their determining factors in a comprehensive way. Taking action in building a community of mental health awareness is important because we are all responsible for taking care of and […]
How does singing help improve your health?
May 19th, 2023 by Joss JimenezSinging is a universal human activity that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a way to express ourselves, connect with others, and simply have fun. But did you know that singing can also be good for your health? Here are some therapeutic effects from singing: If you’re looking for a way to improve your […]
