Health & Safety

Common Ailments and Illnesses for College Students

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Most people are aware of the infamous "Freshman Ten" truism that most college freshmen gain ten pounds in their first year of college. A steady diet of junk food, late nights of studying or extracurricular activities, and lack of exercise can take their toll on students; as a result, many students experience health problems during their first years in a university setting.

How to Stay Healthy During Finals

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With winter upon us, the stress of finals looming and germs lurking around every dorm corner, your college student will need to make staying healthy a priority. Share these tips to ward off sickness.

Cold and Flu Season: What to do When Your College Student Gets Sick

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Parents of college students often feel helpless when their students are sick and away at college. Besides reminding your student to rest enough and perhaps get a flu shot, consider the following items you can send in a package to care for your sick student.

A parent’s guide to their student’s stress

In order to understand the sources of stress and anxiety that weigh on students’ emotional health, it’s important for parents to consider the big picture – the current economic landscape – and the little picture – your student’s personal needs and struggles.

How to Guard Against Theft and Vandalism

Tips for college students to guard against theft and vandalism.

Homesickness: what it is and how to deal with it

Move-in day and first-week activities are abuzz with excitement, but as students move in and parents head out, homesickness can take root.

College Students and the Importance of Early Bedtimes and Sleep

Next to new mothers, college students get the least amount of sleep. The National Sleep Foundation offers some healthy sleep tips that college students can follow:

New Web Service From Next Generation Insurance Group Offers College Students Easy Access to Property and Liability Coverage as They Head Back to School

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Next Generation Insurance Group, LLC has launched a new service - CollegeRentersInsurance.com - that provides college students easy access to a reasonably-priced renters insurance product specifically designed to protect their personal property and provide for their personal liability needs.

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