Univital
Healthy studying. Healthy working. Healthy living.
At Univital, everything revolves around your well-being at Heidelberg University. We are committed to ensuring that students and staff are healthy, balanced and motivated throughout their day-to-day university life - both physically and mentally. Our goal: a healthy university culture that supports your health - scientifically sound, sustainable and with heart.
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Movie Night "Die guten und die besseren Tage" (in german) When? MON, 18.05. | 7:30 PM Where? GLORIA Kino What? Our film series “Escape - Wege in den Rausch, Wege hinaus” in cooperation with GLORIA Kino and the City of Heidelberg is entering its second round. Suzanne, an alcoholic mother, loses custody of her children following a car accident. Suzanne, an alcoholic mother, loses custody of her children following a car accident. To regain custody, she must enter a rehab facility to confront her addiction alongside other patients. She never imagined that her journey out of addiction would take her through the Moroccan desert. The screening will be followed by a moderated audience discussion with Chief Physician Dr. Zeigermann of the Kraichtal Clinics. Members of Heidelberg University pay only €5 admission! On June 22, the film “Smalltown Girl” will be shown. Please note that the movie is in german. More information: https://www.gloria-kamera-kinos.de/de/escape-wege-den-rausch-wege-hinaus-staffel-2 | 
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"Beweg dich, beweg was" (in german) When? WED, 15.04. – WED, 20.05. Where? Online via the BEWEG-WAS app [Code: UNIHDmoves] What? “Beweg dich, beweg was!” is a campaign in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region for a good cause. Earn points by being active, whether through steps, challenges, or relaxation exercises. Together with other participating companies, these points are converted into donations that support health promotion for children in daycare centers. After downloading the app, you’ll first be directed to a waiting room until the campaign begins on April 15. Please note that the App is in German. #BewegWasMRN #UNIHDmoves | 
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Smoke-Free May We’re supporting the “Rauchfrei im Mai” campaign. You can look forward to daily tips and inspiration from May 1 through May 31. Anyone who quits smoking starting May 1 has a chance to win up to €1,000! More information and registration https://www.rauchfreiimmai.de/. |
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Colorectal Cancer Screening When? As long as supplies last Where? From the comfort of your own home What? Colorectal cancer is the third most common form of cancer in Germany. Even though colorectal cancer usually develops later in life, the foundation for prevention is laid at a young age. Simply fill out the questionnaire and receive an assessment of your personal colorectal cancer risk. If necessary, you will be invited to a medical consultation and/or receive a colorectal cancer test by mail. All data is, of course, subject to medical confidentiality. For more information and the registration link, please visit our Univital health portal. | 
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Cardiovascular Prevention - Hand on Heart (for employees only) When? Every Friday | By appointment Where? University Hospital Occupational Health Service (Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3) What? The Occupational Health Service will answer your questions about heart health and take the time to assess your personal risk profile based on selected measurements. An individual assessment will help guide you through the next steps. This service is free for university employees. However, a cancellation fee of €75 will be charged if the appointment is not canceled at least 24 hours in advance. Please note, that the service might only be available in german. For more information and the registration link, please visit our Univital health portal. |
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Smoking Cessation Counseling - ohnekippe (for employees only) When? May – October | Individual appointments Where? University Hospital Occupational Health Service (Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3) What? During the smoking cessation consultation, we will work with you to develop a plan for a smoke-free life. Consultations are individualized, tailored to your personal situation and smoking habits. The ohnekippe team helps you prepare to quit smoking and provides you with possible strategies. This service is free for university employees. Please note, that the service might only be available in german. For more information and the registration link, please visit our Univital health portal. |
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Offers and Measures
We offer a wide range of measures to promote health and well-being—from mental first aid training to ergonomic consulting. You can find all current offers on our health portal.
Mental Health First Aid
First aid courses for physical health emergency care are well known in our society. However, comparable training courses for first aid for mental stress and crises are not yet as widespread. Heidelberg University is therefore now offering first aid courses for mental health.
