--- title: Staying Healthy at John Cabot University description: Often when studying abroad, it’s easy to let your healthy habits slide as if you were on vacation, but at John Cabot University staying healthy isn’t just easy – it’s fun! image: https://blog.johncabot.edu/hubfs/IMG_9683.jpg --- [![JCULogo1](https://blog.johncabot.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/JCULogo1.png?width=300&height=80&name=JCULogo1.png "JCULogo1")](https://blog.johncabot.edu/blog?hsLang=en) [![JCULogo2](https://blog.johncabot.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/JCULogo2.png?width=300&height=82&name=JCULogo2.png "JCULogo2")](https://blog.johncabot.edu/blog?hsLang=en) - [Undergraduate](https://blog.johncabot.edu/tag/undergraduate) - [Graduate](https://blog.johncabot.edu/tag/graduate) - [Study Abroad](https://blog.johncabot.edu/tag/study-abroad) - [Italian](https://blog.johncabot.edu/it/blog) - [Website](https://www.johncabot.edu/) - Filter By Topics - Scegli Il Topic # Staying Healthy at John Cabot University March 13, 2014 SHARE [mailto:?body=https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/staying-healthy-at-john-cabot-university](mailto:?body=https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/staying-healthy-at-john-cabot-university) ![](https://blog.johncabot.edu/hubfs/IMG_9683.jpg) SHARE [mailto:?body=https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/staying-healthy-at-john-cabot-university](mailto:?body=https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/staying-healthy-at-john-cabot-university) ![John Cabot University](https://blog.johncabot.edu/hubfs/JCUCrestWhiteonBlue-1.jpg) Written By [John Cabot University](https://blog.johncabot.edu/author/jcuadmissions) Topic [Student Life](https://blog.johncabot.edu/tag/student-life) With all the excitement of [study abroad in Rome](http://www.johncabot.edu/admissions/study-abroad-rome-italy/), there can be a tendency for students to let personal health take a back seat.  John Cabot University provides many ways for [students](http://www.johncabot.edu/academics/study-abroad-jcu-degree-students/independent-study-abroad.aspx)to take care of themselves while  actually having fun! Here are just a few of the ways [international students in Italy](http://www.johncabot.edu/academics/study-abroad-jcu-degree-students/independent-study-abroad.aspx) can stay happy and healthy. ## Athletics By joining in on recreational athletics, not only do you get some invigorating exercise and fresh air, but you get to build friendships while having lots of fun. John Cabot University offers many of the traditional university athletic choices – from fast-paced team sports like soccer and basketball to more low-key, individualized activities like yoga. We even offer more alternative athletic opportunities, such as martial arts and even sailing! Check out the [athletics website](http://www.johncabot.edu/student_life/athletics/default.aspx) to find a sport that fits your personality! ## Under the Weather? If you’re feeling a little less than stellar, it’s probably good to nip it in the bud and pay John Cabot University’s resident physician, Dr. Stephanie Salvatore, a visit. Her office is located outside of the Aula Magna Regina at the Guarini Campus. She sees students on a first-come-first-served, "walk-in" basis and your visits are free of charge. For your convenience, JCU maintains a roster of English-speaking doctors, maps to doctors’ offices, pharmacies and hospitals**.** An important thing to remember is that it is illegal to have medication mailed to Italy and it will be stopped at customs. For this reason, students should bring enough of their prescription medication with them to last their entire stay in Rome. Detailed information about health care can be found on the JCU website. ## Counseling Service Adjusting to new surroundings is exciting but can occasionally be challenging as well. If you need someone to talk to, John Cabot University’s Counseling Services is just the place for you. Free, confidential assistance is provided for students experiencing any type of problems that could interfere with their well-being or academic performance. ## Trips, Cooking Classes and More! As well as quality health services and athletic options, John Cabot University also offers excellent trips to stay active, including neighborhood tours, picturesque mountain hikes and sailing adventures. Get out and experience the beautiful Italian countryside, and get some exercise doing it! John Cabot University also offers a multitude of cooking classes throughout the semester. Tired of relying on pizza and snacks to get you through the days? Our cooking classes, taught by a trained and respected Italian chef, will help you make healthy meals that will be a thousand times more delicious than fast food options. You can check out our full range of trips and activities [on our website](https://myjcu.johncabot.edu/trips/#__utma=96571908.1304174878.1389795146.1394052398.1394054829.26&__utmb=96571908.4.10.1394054829&__utmc=96571908&__utmx=-&__utmz=96571908.1394050482.24.5.utmcsr=shortcoursesportal.eu|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd=referral|utmcct)! So there you have it, staying happy and healthy while you [study abroad in Italy](http://www.johncabot.edu/admissions/study-abroad-rome-italy/) is not only easier than you thought, but it can actually be a lot of fun! [Previous Post](https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/study-art-museum-management-at-john-cabot-university?hsLang=en) [View all posts](https://blog.johncabot.edu) [Next Post](https://blog.johncabot.edu/study-abroad/why-study-communications-at-john-cabot-university?hsLang=en) ### Subscribe Here! ### Recommended Reading [Student Life](https://blog.johncabot.edu/topic/student-life?hsLang=en) ##### [Staying Active While Studying Abroad at John Cabot University](https://blog.johncabot.edu/staying-active-studying-rome?hsLang=en) By [Lauren Brondyke](https://blog.johncabot.edu/author/lauren-brondyke) / May 22, 2026 [Continue Reading](https://blog.johncabot.edu/staying-active-studying-rome?hsLang=en) [Student Life](https://blog.johncabot.edu/topic/student-life?hsLang=en) ##### [Top 3 Student Clubs to Join at John Cabot University in Rome](https://blog.johncabot.edu/student-life-clubs-jcu-rome?hsLang=en) By [Elba Maria Peña](https://blog.johncabot.edu/author/elba-maria-peña) / May 8, 2026 [Continue Reading](https://blog.johncabot.edu/student-life-clubs-jcu-rome?hsLang=en) [Student Life](https://blog.johncabot.edu/topic/student-life?hsLang=en) ##### [John Cabot University’s Campuses in Rome](https://blog.johncabot.edu/campuses-rome?hsLang=en) By [John Cabot University](https://blog.johncabot.edu/author/jcuadmissions) / May 6, 2026 [Continue Reading](https://blog.johncabot.edu/campuses-rome?hsLang=en) ### Subscribe and stay up to date ### Subscribe and stay up to date - [Academics](https://www.johncabot.edu/academics/default.aspx) - [Admissions](https://www.johncabot.edu/admissions/default.aspx) - [Student Life](https://www.johncabot.edu/student-life/default.aspx) - [About JCU](https://www.johncabot.edu/about-jcu/default.aspx) - [Studenti Italiani](https://www.johncabot.edu/universita-americana/default.aspx) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JohnCabotUniversity) - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/JohnCabotRome) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/school/john-cabot-university/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/JohnCabotUniversity) - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/johncabotuniversity) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3067823/phone.svg) [+39066819121](tel:+39066819121) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3067823/email.svg) [admissions@johncabot.edu](mailto:admissions@johncabot.edu) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3067823/address.svg) Via della Lungara 233 00165 Rome, Italy [©](https://a.cms.omniupdate.com/11/?skin=oucampus&account=john-cabot&site=www&action=de&path=/default.pcf) 2025 John Cabot University ### Request Info »