September is Suicide Prevention Month
If you or someone you know is considering harming themselves, there are things you can do to help prevent it. Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help you learn more about suicide and how to approach anyone struggling with these thoughts. Intervention is not easy, but having the strong support of family and friends could … Read More »
Posted by Amber Brady on September 14, 2021
ActiveHealth: Tips for well-being
The health toll from sitting still More than 8 in 10 Americans have desk jobs.1 Over half of the average person’s day is spent sitting, doing activities such as driving, working at a desk, or watching television. Sitting too long and typing on a computer all day can contribute to discomfort and health issues, including:• … Read More »
Posted by Amber Brady on July 9, 2021
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
In May of each year, as more activities and events move outdoors, the Comprehensive Cancer Control Section of the Division of Chronic Disease, Primary Care and Rural Health highlights Skin Cancer Awareness Month and urges everyone to enjoy a sun safe summer. What Is Skin Cancer? Basal and squamous cell carcinomas are the two most … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on May 10, 2021
ActiveHealth: How to look after your mental health
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. It is important to take care of yourself and … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on April 19, 2021
Take control: keep work-related stress in check
Whether you’re dealing with demanding customers, chatty coworkers, or your never-ending to-do list, you don’t have to let work-related stress get the best of you. Although you can’t always avoid these and other stressors, how you handle them can make all the difference for you and your well-being. Here are some ways to keep calm … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on April 13, 2021
