Spring Break Safety Tips

Sexual Health

Remember Coogs Get Consent. If you are engaging in sex with a new partner, respect their choices. Get consent or it’s assault.
Use protection! Stop by the UH Wellness office to stock up on FREE condoms, internal condoms, and dental dams.
Just because it’s Spring Break doesn’t mean you have to hook up. Make the decisions that work best for you!
If you choose to hook up, be safe. Make sure you are capable of getting AND giving consent. That means to watch how much you’re drinking.
Talk to your partner about STIs.
Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe, let a friend know and get to a safer place.

Aim for one drink or less per hour.
Alternate between water and alcoholic drinks.
Do not pressure others to “keep up” or drink as much as you.
Know what you’re drinking. Make drinks yourself or drink from cans/bottles. If your drink is ever out of your sight, toss it and get a new one.
A standard drink is 12 oz. of beer, 5 oz. of wine, or 1.5 oz of hard liquor.
Use the buddy system. Alternate being the sober one.
Have a safe ride plan before drinking. NEVER drink and drive.
Know the signs of alcohol poisoning and how to help.

Keep your travel documents safe.
Make copies of any travel documents and any plans (e.g. flight confirmation numbers, hotel reservations, etc.).
If you are driving, have your car checked beforehand. Make sure you have a spare tire, a jack, and jumper cables.
Take your insurance and prescription cards with you.
Label “In Case of Emergency” contacts in your phone.
Tell your family and friends about your travel plans!

Wear sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and bug repellent.
If you’re traveling to a cold climate, beware of frostbite. Layer your clothing. If clothes get wet, your risk of frostbite increases).
Stay hydrated! If you’re spending time outdoors, make sure to drink plenty of water.

Going home can be a bit of an adjustment. Talk with your family about what rules still apply. Curfew? Chores? Family events or traditions?
Be respectful of your family’s rules while under their roof. If you’re worried about your physical or emotional health, consider staying with friends instead.
It can be stressful if your family expects you to be the same person you were when you last lived at home. Changing and maturing is a very natural part of college. Be sure to find an outlet for that stress.

Sources: CDC, Department of Health, Texas Tech University, Westchester University