Case Western Reserve University
Mid-September 2015 Wellness Newsletter
Surgeon General Announces a "Call to Action" to Promote Walking 

Cooler temperatures and colorful fall foliage make this month a wonderful time to start or increase a walking program. Check out this report from the Surgeon General which features five goals "to make the United States a walkable nation," including designing walkable communities, promoting school and community-based walking programs, and educating people about the health benefits of walking.  
SMART 1.0 Starts Monday October 5
October 5 thru November 23
1-2 PM in the BRB Room 105

 Learn how to effectively manage stress and improve your overall health and well-being with Stress Management and Resilience Training (S.M.A.R.T.), an 8-week interactive workshop series.

Register Now!
Healthy Backs and Bodies
Tuesdays 10/6-27  1 -2 PM  Nord Hall Room 356 - SIGN UP NOW!
Thursdays 10/8-29 1 -2 PM  Nord Hall Room 356 - SIGN UP NOW!

Our popular Healthy Backs and Bodies class is back! In this four-week class you will be empowered with the tricks of the trade, combining the latest clinical research with practical application for achieving ultimate back health and injury prevention. Space is limited so register today!
Meditation Opportunities this Fall
Beat Stress with Meditation this Fall!

Meditation 1.0
Mondays at 12:30 PM in Nord 356 -  Sept. 21 - Oct. 12
Register Now!

Meditation 2.0
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM in Mandel Center 108 - Sept.. 23 - Oct. 14
Register Now!
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Plant-based Nutrition for Disease Prevention
The Why, the How and the Wow
  
October 6,1-2 pm
Overview:  Health Care is Self Care - Plant-based Nutrition for Disease Prevention, presented by Jane Esselstyn, RN
  
October 13, 1-2 pm
The Ending of Heart Disease, presented by Caldwell B.
Esselstyn, Jr., MD
Register Now!

October 28,1:30-2:30 pm
How to Shop, Read Labels, and Eat Plant-based, presented by
Ann Crile Esselstyn, M.Ed. and Jane Esselstyn, RN
Co-authors of The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook
Register Now!
  
November 3,1-2 pm
Hands-On MYO Plant-based Cooking Workshop, Cooking Demo and Samples from The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook and #1 NY Times Bestseller, My Beef With Meat, presented by Jane Esselstyn, RN
Register Now!
  
November 4, 1:30-2:30 pm
Lunch to Launch 7-Day Challenge with Tips and Tricks for a Successful Week, presented by Jane Esselstyn, RN and Ann Crile Esselstyn, M.Ed.
Register Now!
  
November 11,1-2 pm
Plant-based Pot Luck and Community Support Resource Discussion with Challenge Biometric Results, presented by Jane Esselstyn, RN
Register Now! 
  
Workstation Workout
You have ONE more chance to join this "No Gym Required" workout class this year.

Thursdays at 1:15 PM Oct. 1 thru Oct. 29
Tinkham Veale University Center Gaming Room
Register Now! 

Strength training is an essential part of a healthy exercise routine!
Steps4Staff
Friday, September 25 at 3 PM starting at Adelbert Gym
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Register Now for Steps4Staff
Registration is $15, and all proceeds go to the SAC Staff Educational Enhancement Fund. Staff members can apply to the fund for awards for textbooks, courses off campus, conferences, workshops and other activities that allow them to develop new skills
Tobacco Cessation
Fall Tobacco Cessation classes start October 6th

This program is a step-by-step program for ending nicotine use through self-discovery and group support, including aspects of behavior change, importance of good nutrition, exercise and stress management.
Learn more here or contact Valerie Clause at  vclause@easeatwork.com to register.
Remember, even if you are a smoker and have attested to that. Once you complete the 8 week class, you are eligible for the Wellness Premium Incentive.
Contact Us
Elizabeth Click
Medical Director
erc10@case.edu

Mary Ann Dobbins
Wellness Coordinator
mxd490@case.edu
Free Flu Shots
Available for
Faculty and Staff
  
A collaborative effort between the CWRU Wellness Program, University Health Service and the School of Nursing will allow faculty and staff five opportunities to receive a free flu shot on campus this fall. Walk in visits for flu shots will be available on:
  
Friday, September 18 th
Veale University Center, Senior Conference Room A
9 am - 1 pm
  
Friday, October 9 th
School of Nursing, Faculty Staff Lounge
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 pm
  
Friday, October 23 rd
Crawford Hall, Room 209
9 am - 1 pm
  
In addition, flu shots will be available during the Benefits Fair at the Tinkham Veale University Center on Wednesday, November 11 th and Thursday, November 12 th.
Confirm Fall Wellness Activities
You may confirm that wellness activities have been completed by going into HCM Main Menu - Self Service - Personal Information - Wellness Summary
Once there is a check mark and date next to each of the three activities, you will know that your participation has been documented.
Fall Wellness Activities
The Biometric Screening, Health Risk Appraisal, and Tobacco Attestation Form are now available!
Please check out the WELLNESS WEBSITE for the what, where and how!