Physical Wellness

Join this introductory yoga class on Zoom to learn the basic poses, discover your inner strength, and find a productive and healthy way to deal with stress. Have lots of fun along the way while doing something good for yourself. This class is taught by Prof. Deborah Stuart, an adjunct English professor at MC. Feel Good Fridays for five weeks at 3 pm. Wednesdays for four weeks. Starts Friday, September 27. So, mark them on your calendar. No need to register.  Just click the Zoom linknew window to attend.

Note for a CHANGE for the last week:  Rescheduling the final class on Friday, October 26 at 3 p.m. to Friday, November 1 at 5 p.m.

In partnership with American Diversity Group and Association of Physicians of Pakistani-Descent of North America (APPNA) DMV Chapter, this event is open to the entire community. You do not want to miss this amazing opportunity at the Rockville campus to connect with physicians and other healthcare professionals for various screenings at NO COST to you! This is a 2-day event.  
Mark your calendar for 

• Thursday, October 31, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. -  show up for various screenings after you registernew window. 
• Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - follow up with a physician to go over your screening results, in addition eye screenings and dental screenings will occur on this day.

This clinic is established with a partnership with Montgomery County Public Health Services to address the need for accessible STI and HIV screenings for improved health of MC students.  This is an opportunity for education, support, and access to additional resources.  The screenings will happen every week on Tuesdays on GT, RV, and TPSS campuses as a walk-in service on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Monthly on Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1p.m.
  • 1^st Tuesdays in SV316 on the Rockville campus
  • 2^nd Tuesdays in ST302 on the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus
  • 3^rd Tuesdays in BE160 on the Germantown campus

In the Safe & Savvy: Empowering Your Sexual Health virtual workshop, join a dedicated health educator from Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington (PPMW) to dive into essential knowledge for optimal sexual health and STI prevention. This interactive session is designed to help participants understand the crucial role of sexual health in overall well-being and empower them with practical tools for making informed choices.

Our expert facilitator will cover a range of topics that are both informative and actionable, including:

• Key practices for preventing STIs and maintaining sexual health
• Understanding common STIs, their symptoms, and available treatments
• Safe sex practices and resources available for ongoing health support
• How to talk about sexual health with partners and healthcare providers

This workshop offers a safe, non-judgmental environment to ask questions, learn from a knowledgeable professional, and gain confidence in navigating sexual wellness. Whether you’re looking to enhance your knowledge or support others, this session will equip you with the information you need to make informed, healthy decisions.

Join us to become empowered, informed, and proactive in your approach to sexual health!

Tuesday, November 19, 2–3 p.m. Register to attendnew window

• Open Fitness Center
• Swimming Pools
• Public Safety

Black Physicians and Healthcare Networknew window
(240) 802-6290
Services: Connection to culturally appropriate medical and mental health care for the Black diaspora

Catholic Charities Dental Clinicsnew window
(301) 933-0868 x928 and x929
Services: Preventative Care, Restorative, Oral Surgery, and Emergency Care

Catholic Charities Medical Clinicsnew window
(301) 434-8985
Services: Primary Care, Chronic Care, Diabetes Focus Groups, Medication Assistance, Cancer Screenings

Community Clinic, Inc.new window
(866) 877-7258
Services: Primary Care, Dental, Refugee Health, Discount Drug Program, Family Planning, HIV and Infectious Disease Care, WIC, Prenatal Care

Holy Cross Health Center Silver Springnew window
(301) 557-1940 for Aspen Hill, Silver Spring, and Gaithersburg
(301) 557-2140 for Germantown
Services: Physical Exams, Lab Work, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Management, Pharmacy

Maryland Health Connectionnew window
Services: Enroll in private insurance or Medicaid program in Maryland

Mary’s Centernew window
(844) 796-2797
Services: Primary Care, Women’s Health, Sexual Health, Infectious Disease, LGBTQIA+ Health, Nutrition Counseling

MobileMednew window
(301) 493-2400
info@mobilemedicalcare.org 
Services: Primary Care, Endocrine, Heart, and Gynecological Clinics, Podiatry and Optometry Clinics for Diabetic patients

Montgomery Caresnew window
(240) 777-0311
Services: Connection to community-based medical and dental providers for uninsured Montgomery County residents

Montgomery County Breast and Cervical Cancer Screeningsnew window
(240) 777-1750
Services: Breast and cervical cancer screenings for low-income, uninsured Montgomery County residents

Montgomery County Colorectal Cancer Screeningsnew window
(240) 777-1222
Services: Colorectal cancer screening and care coordination for further treatment 

Montgomery County Dental Servicesnew window
(240) 777-1875
Services:

Montgomery County HIV/STI Testing, Treatment, and Preventionnew window
(240) 777-1760
Services: HIV and STI Testing and Treatment, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), POP (post-exposure prophylaxis)

Montgomery County Stop Smokingnew window
240-777-1222
Maryland Tobacco Quitline 1 (800) 784-8669

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DCnew window
(301) 208-1300
Services: Women’s Health Care, Men’s Health Care, Birth Control, Abortion, Cancer Screenings, HIV Care, STI Testing and Care, Transgender Hormone Therapy

Prevention of Blindness Society of Washington, DCnew window
(202) 234-1010
Services: Affordable eyeglasses clinic, Glaucoma and vision screening

• Maintaining your Physical Health is more than just staying active and eating healthy.  It’s important to check in with your primary care physician, be screened regularly for things like diabetes, high cholesterol, and different types of cancer or HIV, especially if you’re at high risk through genetics or individual behavior. 
• Get Activenew window: How to start a physical activity plan at any age or fitness level,
• Intuitive Eatingnew window: The 10 principles of Intuitive Eating, reject what diet culture tells us about how we “should” eat and instead respect your body.
• About Chronic Diseasenew window: Learn more about some of the most prevalent chronic diseases faced in the US and risk factors you or a loved one might have.
• The Importance of Having a Primary Care Doctornew window: Learn more about what a primary care physician does and how they can help you maintain your health.