JABSOM Wellness Corner
APRIL 2022
ACTIVE APRIL
When life feels challenging, staying active really helps. There's a lot we can't control, but when we choose to take care of our bodies, we can boost our energy and cope better with life's ups and downs. As you stay active this month, focus on ways that feel achievable for your own personal levels of mobility and health. It's not about running marathons or hours in the gym; even just stretching and fresh air can boost resilience and benefit your mind and body. Let's find ways to get moving and stay active and healthy!
Visit the Action for Happiness website at https://www.actionforhappiness.org/
From the Action for Happiness
See the Action for Happiness calendar below for ideas on getting active this month.
Put a spring in your step for heart health with the American Heart Association
As the temperatures rise and flowers bloom, there's no better time to get off the couch and get moving! Why? You can enjoy the most beautiful time of year AND take an important step toward heart health.
Nearly one in three adults over the age of 50 gets no physical activity outside of work.
It's time to make a change.
As your partner in heart health, we're in this together. And this spring, the community is on the move! We have lots of educational resources and guidance so you can move more and worry less about heart attack and stroke.
Take the first step with us now: Sign up to receive simple, daily movement tips as a part of our Power21 program to help you get off on the right foot toward heart health.
Get Up Offa That Chair!
Get moving JABSOM, join one of our KAKA`AKO WELLNESS CLASSES
ZUMBA
Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Instructor: Tammy Kasuya
Class Information: Zumba® is a dance inspired group fitness class that features Latin and International rhythms. It features a combination of low and high intensity moves to provide an interval fitness workout.
To participate: Due to COVID restrictions, there is currently a 10 person limit for in-person classes at the UHCC Wellness Center (Instructor + 9 students). Please go to the Zumba Sign-up Sheet and enter your name on the day you would like to attend class. If the 10 person max has been reached for that day, you’ll have to sign-up for another day. If you sign-up and later realize that you can’t make it to class that day, please remove your name from the list so others have the opportunity to sign-up. Dress for active fun. Bring water and towel.
TAI CHI CHUAN (TAIJIQUAN)
In person classes have resumed.
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:00pm with simultaneous Zoom option
Class Coordinator: Chip Ellis
Class Information: Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is frequently viewed as a slow motion form of Chinese moving meditation, exercise, or martial art. Millions of people around the world practice this art as a way to relieve stress, gain flexibility, strength, and mental focus. It is useful to improve balance and enhance health. Dating back to the 1700’s in China, it began as a powerful martial art. In the 1930’s it was popularized across China, and by the 1950’s it had spread around the world. The Wednesday class is presented by instructors from The Hawaii Wushu Center who have 40+ years of experience practicing and teaching this art. For more information, please visit the following websites: Hawaii Wushu Center or Chip Ellis.
Please contact Chip Ellis at (808) 457-5844 or cellis@ucera.org if you have questions or would like to join the class via Zoom.
BAGUA ZHANG (BAGUAZHANG)
In person classes are currently on hold.
Zoom Class Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Class Coordinator: Chip Ellis
Class Information: Bagua Zhang (Baguazhang) is a powerful Chinese martial that was developed in the 1800’s and was used by the security forces of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, in the early 1900’s. It is widely known in China, but is not that familiar to those in other parts of the world. It features vigorous movements and provides the player with a good workout, and self-defense skills. The Thursday class instructor is from The Hawaii Wushu Center and has 40+ years of experience practicing and teaching this art. For more information on the art, please visit the Yin Family Baguazhang website.
Please contact Chip Ellis at (808) 457-5844 or cellis@ucera.org if you have questions or would like to join the class via Zoom.
PING PONG CLUB
Monday, Tuesday, Friday 5:00 – 7:00pm
Class Information: The UH Cancer Center Ping Pong Club is where top players can meet and train along with faculty, staff and students from the University of Hawaii. The Ping Pong Club was founded and is run by Dr. Michele Carbone. The club is fortunate to have Carlos Ko, the number one Nationally ranked player in the State of Hawaiʻi for the past 10 years, serve as an advisor. At this time due to COVID-19 protocols, a maximum of 12 players are allowed in the room at any given time. There are 4 tables, which normally accommodate a maximum of 8 players. If you are interested in joining the club, you may contact Carlos at (808) 688-3356 to see when there is space available.
WALK WITH A FUTURE DOC
BLUE ZONES PROJECT HAWAII VIRTUAL EVENTS
For complete list, more information, and to register go to: https://info.bluezonesproject.com/hawaii/virtual
BZP HAWAII EAT WISELY TRIVIA with Cyrus Howe, BZP Worksite Lead
Two sessions to choose from, join us and have some fun!
Thursday, April 14
12 - 1 PM
Wednesday, April 20
5 - 6 PM
CRIMES AGAINST SPINES by HMSA
Two sessions to choose from! Join HMSA and improve your posture and spinal function.
Friday, April 22
12 - 1 PM
Thursday, April 26
5 - 6 PM
KAPOLEI-`EWA BLUE ZONES PROJECT COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Throughout the Month of April
RESOURCES ON GETTING ACTIVE
4/29: JABSOM Blood Drive
JABSOM will be hosting a blood drive with the Blood Bank of Hawaii on April 29. The bloodmobile will be on campus from 8 a.m to 2 p.m. Make an appointment to donate blood HERE.
Help for Ukraine
If you are able and willing to extend Aloha to Ukraine, one of our faculty members, Hawaiʻi Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Paul Moroz is helping to organize for surgical and monetary donations from Hawaiʻi to surgeons in Ukrainian cities that have been devastated.
Supplies such as suture, suture kits, surgical instruments, anti-coagulants, and more are needed. Monetary donations can be made through The Rotary Club District 5000. Contact Rotary treasurer, Mark Merriam at mark.rotary@outlook.com for details. For additional information on donations in general, please contact Dr. Moroz at pmoroz@hawaii.edu
Send a shout out or praise someone at JABSOM for their professionalism
Let's take the time to recognize those who help to uphold JABSOM's professional excellence. CLICK HERE to submit a shout out or to praise someone at JABSOM for their professionalism.
The JABSOM Professionalism Philosophy:
As a member of the John A. Burns School of Medicine community,
I uphold the highest standards of professional behavior.
As such, I will treat myself and others with respect, aloha, and compassion,
execute my duties with skill and accountability, act altruistically,
embrace social responsibility, conduct myself with integrity and humility,
and pursue excellence in all that I do.
JABSOM AND UH STUDENT, FACULTY & STAFF WELLNESS RESOURCES
JABSOM OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS WELLNESS SITE
JABSOM STUDENT WELLNESS RESOURCES SITE
REMINDER: To request a wellness check-in from a psychologist, please complete the following form: Wellness Check-In Form (New Window)
For additional wellness resources, go to the JABSOM COVID RESOURCES PAGE (additional resources - wellness resources)
UH COVID RESOURCES: Promoting Wellness and Mental Health
UH Counseling and Student Development Center
JABSOM Health Sciences Library Wellness/Mindfulness Book Resources