The importance of self-care at university

NOT many may be aware that July 24 is International Self-Care Day, as designated by the International Self-Care Foundation in 2011. The day aims to highlight the importance of self-care for overall health and wellbeing.

It’s well known that members of the university community – students and lecturers alike – are usually stressed out due to busy academic schedules, preparing for exams, meeting deadlines, etc.