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UA Health Link IHPs Starting Soon Coming Up... Program Links Audiocasts Fitness Buddy Directory Have a fitness buddy success story? [Let us know.] Health/Fitness Achievements Weight Watchers at Work Fairbanks: Anchorage: Local Produce Farms Anchorage/Mat-Su: Fairbanks: Bethel: Upcoming Health Tool Health Tip of the Month Health Resource UA Health Resources Disclaimer: The information contained in the UA Health Link eNewsletter is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice or treatment that may be prescribed by your physician. Before adhering to any WIN for Alaska, Inc.'s or UA Health In Action's recommendations or undertaking any exercise program, wellness advice, fitness or diet regimen, you should consult your physician. You are solely responsible for any actions that you may take based on information in the UA Health Link eNewsletter, and any such actions are at your own risk. Neither WIN for Alaska, Inc. nor UA Health In Action is responsible for any injuries or other problems that might occur due to said actions. Because the UA Health In Action program is an approved UA Statewide Benefit, "unsubscribe" is not available for the Health Link eNewsletter. |
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Phase III of the Individualized Health Planning sessions (IHPs) will begin October 5. Take the opportunity to sign up for our series of six face-to-face health-planning sessions with an experienced wellness consultant. There are a limited number of program slots available. If you are interested in improving your overall health, reducing stress, eating better, managing your weight, improving your heart health, or developing an exercise or training plan, you'll want to make sure you're one of the first to register. Registration begins September 1st. Privacy Requested
In response, we are looking for dedicated office space to use for IHPs, which start again in October. Office Space Needed If you know of any space that may be available from September 15 - June 30, please let us know. Contact our IHP Program Manager, Brook Predeger at brook@winforalaska.com or (907) 227-7716. Summer WIN Activities Summer Activity Incentive Tai Chi Tuesdays, end August 18 Walking Wednesdays, end August 19 Biking Thursdays, end August 20 Tai Chi Thursdays, end August 20 No registration needed. Join any group any week. For a Good Cause UAA For details on how to join the UAA walking team, contact Cindy Douthit at ancmd4@uaa.alaska.edu. August Get the Point Health Focus Limit sodium to 1500 mg or less daily for at least 25 days of the month, and record your intake daily. Decreasing the amount of sodium in your diet can reduce or even prevent high blood pressure. Heart disease and stroke are the number one and number three killers, respectively, in the US today—both are caused by high blood pressure. The GTP Tracking System can be used year-round to record your healthful habits and activity. However, you can only earn rewards during an incentive campaign. The next GTP campaign starts February 2010. Salt and Sodium: Not the same Salt and sodium are often used interchangeably when talking about nutrition and diet. It is important to note that salt, the white seasoning we shake onto our food, is not the same thing as sodium; however, sodium is found in salt. Confused yet? [more] It's Time for a Wellness Break Schedule a Wellness Break for your department and be infused with good health knowledge from our experienced and wise wellness consultants. Enjoy a chair massage, presentations, and healthful snacks. Learn your blood cholesterol and glucose numbers and participate in a wellness activity. Plus, you can win prizes for your participation. Read more about Wellness Breaks Health/Fitness Achievements Joanna Claxton's name was inadvertently left off the Mayor's Half-Marathon list in July's Health Link. Congratulations, Joanna, for finishing your first half-marathon! Weight Watchers in Juneau There was not enough interest through our survey to set up a Weight Watchers at Work information/registration meeting in Juneau. We will try again next year. In the meantime, check out Weight Watchers' website to find a meeting near you, www.weightwatchers.com. Online Wellness Center Headaches Chronic Daily Headaches – Causes and Treatments Plus, visit the Online Wellness Center for articles on Preventive Screenings/Immunizations and Children’s Health. |
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One of the most frequent comments about how WIN for Alaska, Inc. can improve Individualized Health Planning Sessions (IHPs) is to have larger, dedicated space not shared with another wellness consultant.
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