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It is one of the main objectives of the United Way Sponsored Group Insurance Plan to promote wellness and preventive care. Read these tips, print the flyers and participate in this month's focus to help enhance your workplace environment.
Links to current and past featured items: March 2006 is National Nutrition Month Friday, February 3, 2006 is National Wear Red Day January 2006 is National Glaucoma Awareness Month December 2005: Cold and Flu Season is Upon Us November 2005: Diabetes - Are You At Risk? October 2005 is Breast Cancer Awareness Month September 2005 is Healthy Aging Month August 2005 is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) Healthy Kids Challenge June 13-19, 2005 is Men's Health Week May 2005 is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month April 2005 is Cancer Control Month 
March is National Nutrition Month® - Step Up to Nutrition and Health
National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the American Dietetic Association. The campaign is designed to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. Step up today by making healthier lifestyle choices to improve your health and the health of your family and you'll reap the benefits for years to come. Additional Information: How to read nutrition labels (PDF document); Healthy Recipes (PDF document); Steps to a Healthier You; Dietary Guidelines; Take a nutrition quiz (PDF document). 
Friday, February 3, is National Wear Red Day
Heart disease doesn't care what you wear, but on February 3, Americans nationwide are asked to wear red to show their support for women's heart disease awareness. Learn more from the American Heart Association, a United Way partner agency. Ideas for getting your workplace involved Learn how to lower your risk of heart disease 
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Approximately two out of every 100 people over the age of 40 have glaucoma. At least half of those do not know they have it because glaucoma usually has no symptoms until the disease has progressed to an advanced stage. Glaucoma has several forms, and because it can strike anyone, everyone should have their eyes checked regularly. Learn more about glaucoma. 
Cold and Flu Season is Upon Us
A high percentage of the Greater Cleveland population is suffering from cold and flu-like symptoms and these levels will most likely peak over the next couple of months. Doing simple things like washing your hands frequently, covering your mouth when coughing or sneezing, cleaning your work area and increasing your fluid intake will help you stay healthy. Learn more about what to do about the flu and check out a local flu shot schedule. Diabetes: Are You at Risk? Did you know that 1 in 16 people in northeast Ohio have diabetes and many don't even know it? Learn the risk factors and symptoms associated with this disease. If caught early, many of the complications from diabetes can be stopped or even reversed. November is national diabetes awareness month. Learn more about diabetes and United Way partner agency the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland, then take some time to get a free diabetes risk assessment. 
October is Breast Cancer Awareness MonthNational Breast Cancer Awareness Month is in its 21st year of educating women about the importance of early detection. More and more women are getting mammograms to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages. As a result, deaths due to breast cancer are on the decline. Encourage the women in your life to get mammograms on a regular basis. This year, National Mammography Day will be celebrated on October 21. Learn more about National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Promotion Guide Additional Breast Cancer Information and Resources 
September is Healthy Aging MonthFocusing on the positive side of aging Healthy Aging Month promotes the positive aspects of aging and is designed to increase knowledge about new treatments, promote awareness of healthy lifestyles and expand the contributions of older persons to families and communities. Learn more about the four keys to healthy aging: physical fitness, social wellness, financial fitness and mental wellness. Physical fitness: Social wellness: Financial fitness: Mental wellness: Additional information: Golden Age Centers of Greater Cleveland Senior Citizens Guide to Cleveland 211/First Call For Help Senior Services Directory SeniorsConnect.org The Healthy Aging Campaign Golden Buckeye 
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM)August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), which strives to increase awareness about immunization across the lifespan as parents and children prepare for the return to school and the medical community begins preparations for the upcoming flu season. Make sure your child is up-to-date on vaccinations by visiting the link below. And keep in mind that United Way's 211/First Call For Help can help those without health insurance find clinics offering free or low cost services. Visit the NIAM website to download information on what immunizations you should have along with free posters and stickers you can print on your office labels! Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule 
Healthy Kids ChallengeGet your family and workplace involved in the Healthy Kids Challenge! As childhood obesity reaches epidemic proportions, educators, health care providers, employers and society in general search for effective techniques to help children reach and maintain a healthy weight. CIGNA, a sponsor of the Healthy Kids Challenge, has created an online toolkit for families and the workplace that focuses on seven important healthy eating and physical activity messages that can be practiced inside and outside the home. The goal is to empower parents, individuals and businesses to understand and demonstrate healthy choices, and give children and families the tools to make healthy choices at school, work, and home. Use the "Fit Meter" to test your readiness to Take the Challenge! View the winning recipe contest entries. Learn more about the Healthy Kids Challenge. June 13-19, 2005 is Men's Health Week This week gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. The response has been overwhelming with hundreds of awareness activities in the USA and around the globe. For a partial list of activities, click here. Activities includes: Thursday, June 16th, 10am Prostate Health 101:THE BASICS- Summit County Metroparks: Firestone 40 Axline Avenue, Akron, OH 44319 1-800-23 SUMMA for registration Thursday, June 16th, 6:30pm Surviving Prostate Cancer- Summit County Metroparks: Gorge Park 1160 Front Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44319 1-800-23 SUMMA for registration 
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports MonthWhat are you doing for your employees' health and fitness needs? National Physcial Fitness and Sports month recognizes that physical fitness benefits both the body and the mind. Regular exercise, along with healthy eating habits, helps prevent serious health problems, improves productivity and promotes better sleep and relaxation. Team up with the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports! Check out some Activity Ideas. Contract to Get Active
April is Cancer Control MonthAccording to the American Cancer Society, about one-third of all cancer deaths are related to dietary factors and lack of physical activity in adulthood. The chances of cancer can be minimized by not using tobacco, protecting your skin, low-fat diets and regular exercise. For diet and fitness tools, including calculators for BMI, daily calorie needs, target heart rate and a nutrition and activity quiz, click here. Check out some great low-fat recipes. Get more information on causes, risks and prevention. For other facts and figures on cancer visit www.cancer.org. |
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