12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

This online presentation hosted by VCU's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation will explore the health inequities and systemic barriers faced by disabled people in accessing health care, the disproportionate impact on disabled people during disasters and crisis and solutions for these challenges. The impact of the Russian invasion on Ukrainians with disabilities and the Ukrainian health care system will also be discussed. The Zoom meeting ID is 992 5137 5528. The password is 901676. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Ana Mills at ana.mills@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.zoom.us/j/99251375528?pwd=RlJiN1lyMTdINzNzRHpGeEdJcE9jZz09.

Friday, Dec. 16, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Purchase a 2023 Dogs on Call calendar and support the therapy dog teams who visit patients and staff at VCU Health and students at VCU. The calendars are $12 (cash or credit) when purchased in person and will be available at the MCV Campus, Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St., First Floor, kiosk. Calendars will be available for purchase while supplies last. Online orders are $14 and can be placed at: https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/CHAI_Calendar

For more information, contact Center for Human-Animal Interaction at CHAI@VCUHealth.org or (804) 628-2532 or visit https://chai.vcu.edu/.

Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Department of Health Administration will host a virtual informational session for the Master of Health Administration and Master of Science in Health Administration programs. Register to attend at https://forms.gle/1J3CQVm2srbEAd638.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit http://ha.chp.vcu.edu.

Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Join the VCU Institute for Women’s Health & Highland Support Project in Guatemala and spend a week in partnership with indigenous midwives and community leaders, learning about traditional Maya medicine and exploring the history of health care and healing. Trip dates are May 14-21, 2023. The cost is $1,200 (plus air fare). The application deadline is March 15, 2023. Apply at https://forms.gle/cWsEDTsop15bknPz7. Questions: Email Janett Forte at Janett.Forte@vcuhealth.org

For more information, contact Heather Ashton at ashtonhr@vcu.edu or visit https://womenshealth.vcu.edu/education/womens-health-and-healing-in-guatemala/.

This class is open to individuals new to the aquatic environment and those who want to become more independent in the water. Classes will be taught by trained instructors in a small group format. Session 1 classes will be held at Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, Monday/Wednesday, Feb. 6-March 1, 6-6:55 p.m. Register by Noon Feb. 3 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at scottm14@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/aquatics/adult-swim-programs/.

Celebrate the mothers of the OB MOTIVATE Clinic at VCU Health by donating to the Winter Wishes fund, which was created to provide holiday gifts for the mothers and their babies. Donations may be made at the following URL.

For more information, contact the Clinical Coordinator of OB MOTIVATE at culbertml@vcu.edu or (804) 314-5651 or visit https://give.chfrichmond.org/campaign/motivate-clinic-2022/c417408.

The theme for VCU's MLK Week 2023 celebration is "Thriving Communities: Partnering for Economic Justice." VCU's Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success invites submissions of MLK events, which will be advertised in a calendar on the office's MLK website. Submit events at bit.ly/VCUMLK2023

For more information, contact Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success at ies@vcu.edu or visit https://mlkday.vcu.edu/.

Are you concerned about your teen’s weight? We can help. TEENS is a research program that includes a four-month family-based lifestyle intervention - all conducted virtually - for teens ages 12 to 16 with overweight or obesity. The program is offered by Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. It includes weekly, virtual group classes for teens and parents that cover topics such as healthy eating, physical activity and goal-setting. Teens also participate in live exercise sessions conducted online by personal trainers.

For more information, contact Sarah Farthing at teens@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-8336 or visit http://www.chrichmond.org/TEENS.

The VCU Wellbeing Lab invites you to participate in a research study on two stress reduction programs for undergraduate students. VCU investigators seek to understand how two online stress reduction programs affect students’ mood and stress-related behavior. Compensation is available. Sign up before Feb. 1, 2023.‬‬

For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at vcu.stress.reduction@gmail.com or (804) 215-6196 or visit https://beloborodp.wixsite.com/stressreduction.

Do you ever feel like things keep getting in the way of your goals for a healthier lifestyle? You’re not alone. Many young women find it challenging to be active and maintain a balanced diet. If you’re interested in support for meeting your goals for weight loss and healthy living, check out Ready SET Health — a free program designed especially for young women by researchers at the VCU School of Medicine.

For more information, contact Morgan Meyer at morgan.meyer@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-2250 or visit http://www.readysethealthvcu.com.