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Social Media Policy Reminder: The number of patient complaints about social media posts by UCSF community members expressing their views of the Israel-Hamas war is increasing. We ask you to consider the impact that words may have on a given patient’s belief that they will be safe as they seek care from us. UCSF’s Social Media Policies and Best Practices provide a comprehensive guide for all members of the UCSF community, including faculty, learners, students and staff. Read more »
APEC Impacts Continue: The Asia-Pacific Economic Corporation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting is being held in San Francisco until this Friday, Nov. 17. Be prepared for traffic and transportation impacts across the city, Bay Area and UCSF continuing through the weekend. UCSF faculty, staff, learners and patients should allow at least 30 minutes extra for commuting to and from UCSF during the APEC meeting. Get detailed information here »
School of Nursing Launches Podcast: Through short conversations with School of Nursing experts, “Illuminating Health” sheds light on health and health care issues that affect our daily lives. In the first episode, learn about the first-gen nursing student experience and how UCSF’s first-in-the-nation FirstGenRN program supports future nurse leaders in their academic journeys. Listen now »
UC Open Enrollment Period Ending Soon: Open Enrollment (OE) for 2024 benefits ends this Friday, Nov. 17, at 5 p.m. All Open Enrollment changes must be made on UCPath. There are significant increases in medical plan costs for 2024 and if you have a Flexible Spending account you must re-enroll every year. Learn more »
New Website for the Office of Disability Access and Inclusion: Visit the new Office of Disability Access and Inclusion website to learn about UCSF accessibility resources, trainings, programming initiatives and events. While you’re at it, subscribe to the Disability Allies Newsletter for monthly updates on programs and resources. Check it out the website »
Step To It: Step It Up starts this week and there is still time to sign up! The holiday wellness challenge is completely virtual, enabling all to participate. Join as an individual or participate as a team. Weekly prizes are available. The fitness challenge runs through Friday, Dec. 15. Get stepping »
Making Time for Website Accessibility: Intimidated about how to make your websites and documents accessible? You can do it. Learning how to make a difference doesn't take years of study. Watch CJ’s “Accessibility is Me” story »
Text Imposters: IT Security has gotten reports of staff receiving text messages impersonating UCSF leadership, asking the recipient to buy gift cards. This common scam attempts to take advantage of the holiday season when requests for gift card purchases are more common. Anyone receiving suspicious texts is asked to file a report with the IT Service Desk and include a screenshot of the message with the phone number. Contact IT »
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