Survival Skills for a Tough Economy Workshop Series 

UCI Health
July 2 
Noon–1 p.m. 

Today's economy comes with hurdles for many people. In this workshop, learn about meal planning for a family of four under $60 per week.

Healthy Living Series

UCI Health
July 2 & 16 
3–4 p.m. 

Discover how to live well and be equipped with the tools you need to improve your life and well-being. This online series will help you gain knowledge on important health topics, exchange resources, solve problems, provide mutual support and empower you to take charge of your health. On July 2, learn about heart health. On July 16, learn about healthy eating as we age.

UCI Diabetes Prevention Program

UCI Human Resources
July 8
5:30–6:30 p.m. 

The UCI Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) provides UCI and UCI Health employees with prediabetes or who are at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes the tools necessary to help reach healthy lifestyle goals through education, encouragement and practical tips for success through this yearlong program. Participants meet in a virtual group setting with a trained lifestyle coach to discuss the CDC-approved curriculum, which includes basic information on nutrition, ways to increase physical activity, stress management techniques and ideas to stay motivated.

Quick Bites: Rethink Your Drink

UCI Student Wellness & Health Promotion 
July 15
12:30–1 p.m. 

Confused by the new prebiotic sodas and dizzying array of energy drinks? Explore the latest trends in the beverage industry and discover how to hydrate and nourish your body for optimal well-being.

2024 Community Lecture Series: Pediatrics

UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute 
July 23
7–8 p.m. 

Sedentary time, screen time and exercise: navigating kids' habits in the digital age. Join this free online seminar by Shlomit Radom-Aizik, PhD, executive director of the Pediatric Exercise and Genomics Research Center, and Dr. Donny Suh, professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology at UCI Health.

Diabetes Overview 

UCI Health
July 31
3:30–4:30 p.m. 

Summer special: Tips on Thriving During Summer & Recipes for Summer. Join part one of this free workshop for anyone with diabetes, those with prediabetes, or at risk for prediabetes, and for individuals, family members and caregivers of those with diabetes. Anyone interested in learning more about diabetes is welcome.

Stroke Prevention

UCI Health
July 31
4–5 p.m.  

UCI Health stroke prevention classes provide education to the community about the signs and symptoms of strokes, as well as ways to prevent and treat strokes. In this class, learn what a stroke is, the risk factors for strokes and how you can reduce your risk.

2024 Community Lecture Series: Diabetes

UCI Health 
August 6
7–8 p.m.  

Learn about diabetic risk factors and how they can affect your eyes in this free online seminar by Dr. Andrew Browne, assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, and Dr. Qin Yang, associate professor in the Division of Endocrinology in the Department of Medicine at UCI School of Medicine.

Healthy Happenings is a monthly email that includes a six-week calendar of health news and events. To be included, events must be open to the public, health-related, and hosted or co-hosted by a UCI Health entity. Healthy Happenings is distributed at the beginning of every month. To appear in next month's edition, you must submit your event at least one week before the first of the month.

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