Evidence-based information on cannabis, CBD, and THC for anxiety and sleep. What research shows, risks to know, and safer alternatives.

Student-friendly guide to gut health. Affordable fermented foods, fiber basics, and practical tips without expensive supplements.

Mixing substances is common at university. Learn why polysubstance use happens, what raises risk the most, and what to do if a friend is in trouble.

Running in the cold will make you sick. Skipping water is fine because you are not sweating. Your knees will pay for it later. None of that is true. Five Queen's students tackle the most common winter fitness myths and share practical tips for staying active through a Kingston winter.

From the difference between HSV-1 and HSV-2 to whether sharing a vape can actually spread herpes — we're answering the questions you asked after reading our article on cold sores and oral sex. Clear, stigma-free facts you need to know.

Stock your student pantry for quick, affordable winter meals. Simple formulas and staple ingredients for 10-minute warming dishes.

Why indoor air quality matters in winter and simple steps students can take. Reduce virus transmission and support respiratory health.

Student stretching arms overhead at a desk near a large window, with books and a laptop visible, mid-afternoon light.

Source: Unsplash If you want a breakfast that’s quick on busy mornings but still filling and balanced, these freezer-friendly breakfast burritos are it....

Student-friendly ergonomic tips for laptop use. Prevent neck pain, wrist strain, and eye fatigue with simple setup changes and movement habits.

Learn science-backed vagus nerve exercises to calm stress and anxiety. Simple breathing, cold exposure, and movement techniques for students.

Graduate students live in an in-between space: student, researcher, instructor, and often the person keeping things moving. This article explains why voting in the SGPS referendum matters from a graduate student point of view, including what Student Wellness supports in day-to-day reality and how COR helps students while easing pressure on emergency care.

Learn the difference between Seasonal Affective Disorder and winter blues, plus evidence-based strategies like light therapy and movement.

Can cold sores cause genital herpes? Yes. Learn how herpes spreads during oral sex, why barriers matter, and how to talk with partners.

Student guide to managing cold and flu symptoms. Learn when to treat at home, when to call a clinic, and when to seek urgent care.

Coconut Curry Soup with orange and green lentils, full-fat coconut milk, and warm curry spice. One-pot, pantry-friendly, creamy, and satisfying comfort.

Image Credit: Pexels.com The Holiday-to-Campus Whiplash Is Real Winter break is a strange wormhole. One minute you're sleeping like a hibernating bear...

Safer sex for Queen’s students: consent, contraception, STI prevention, testing, and vaccines like HPV to protect health, respect, and choice.

When campus and student neighbourhoods empty out for Christmas, the risk of theft from student housing rises. This guide explains how to protect your belongings before you go: deciding what to take home, securing residence rooms and off-campus houses, storing valuables that stay behind, using technology responsibly and knowing how to respond if something happens, with links to Queen’s and Kingston Police advice.

Consent is a continuous, enthusiastic agreement central to all intimacy. Learn the fundamentals of informed consent, communication, boundaries, substance use, and withdrawing consent for safer, healthier relationships.

This Pad Thai inspired recipe combines tender rice noodles, vegetables and crisp tofu in a tangy, savoury-sweet sauce. It is simple to prepare and offers fresh, vibrant flavour in every serving.

Explore how substance misuse affects students, what signs to watch for and how Queen’s campus and Kingston resources can support safety and wellbeing.

Unexpected substances, stronger potencies and shifting local supplies: learn how counterfeit pills are affecting communities and what students can do to stay safe.

Many students wait until they are in crisis before asking for help. Learning how academic consideration, QSAS, religious accommodation, and advising work before a problem arises makes it far easier to act quickly when life becomes difficult.