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<\/a><\/p>\nIllness is one part of life that no one can avoid. For me, my first call is always to my mom to seek advice on how to take care of myself while away from home. Luckily enough, my mom is always there to tell me what medicines to take and reminds me of the self-care she gave me when I was younger. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n My favorite tips that she gives me are making a sore throat mocktail of ginger ale and orange juice,\u00a0to take a step back and really listen to what my body is telling me (i.e. to take time off, don\u2019t overwork myself, or sleep)\u2013and that it\u2019s not the end of the world.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n One of the many first steps college students have in adulting is taking their health into their own hands. Check out our tips on how you can battle illness away from home. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You don\u2019t want to wait until it aches to move out of bed. Make sure to stock up on cold and flu medicine and have a first aid kit. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Vaccines are also a great way to prevent illness. Health & Wellness Services<\/a> has COVID-19 vaccines and flu shots available to all students. All you have to do is call 507.457.5160.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n On top of preparing medicine, have other items on hand to help you through your illness.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Yes, you want to warn your friends you\u2019re sick, but also don\u2019t be afraid to ask for help; that\u2019s what friends are here for! Take the cough drops and accept the hot tea, it\u2019s an act of love. Bonus points if you\u2019re gifted with Gatorade!<\/p>\n This temporary ailment isn\u2019t worth the negativity. Understand that set-backs like this happen, you\u2019ll push through soon. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h4>\n
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2. Accept the care<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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3. It’s not the end of the world<\/strong><\/h4>\n