The University of Melbourne is conducting the University Health Promotion Program which aims to improve and support students’ health and wellbeing. The program does this by leading evidence-based campaigns and activities on campus, and helping students to be aware of the wellbeing support and services available at the University. Watch the video.
In this RACGP NewsGP article, Assoc Prof Simonis is interviewed to give her perspective on causes of and prevention of ‘doctor burnout’. For AFMW readers she shares a simple graphic she creates for use in her talks on ‘Caring for the Carer’.
In this Daily Mail article, Angela Epstein reports how you might expect sisterly support at work, but a shocking 70 per cent of female executives report being bullied by another woman – some even forced out of a job.
Published by AMA Victoria, this articles highlights when working long hours in a demanding role as a doctor or healthcare worker it is important to have a safe place to unwind and relax. It also includes a selection of ‘happy places’ as shared on social media during AMA Victoria / Doctors’ Health Fund’s #MonthofMindfulness campaign. Where’s your happy place?
These days it seems like there are more and more demands on our time and energy, with ‘work’ being one of the biggest culprits. Often these work demands are important and time-sensitive and do need to get done. However, saying ‘yes’ to everything is not the answer: Sometimes you need to say ‘no.’
Did you know that those who sit for prolonged periods are 54% more likely to die from a heart attack? Exercise is an integral part of self care these easy steps outline how we can integrate this into our already hectic daily ritual. Add these Mini Desk Workouts to Your Day to Exercise Right at Work.
In our busy lives we often forget to check in on ourselves and sometimes it can lead to a downward emotional spiral. Here is something I’d like to share with you all in this week’s eBulletin which talks about knowing how to detect the signs of stress in yourself and learning how to redirect your effort towards positive strategies to help you cope. It’s simple, clear and includes dot points.
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