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December 29, 2021 | Wellness Wednesday Edition 89

WIN FOR LIFE

Time is running out.
Have you had your Annual Physical yet?

The deadline is Jan. 31. Schedule your appointment today.
Click the link below to get started:
Make an appointment or call 713-442-0427.

WELLNESS NEWS

KelseyCare Diabetes Program

The Diabetes Care Program, administered by Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, is designed to help you get the care you need when faced with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.

A diagnosis of diabetes can be overwhelming, confusing and discouraging. The good news is, in many cases complications can be prevented or delayed with medical treatment and coordinated care.

January Virtual Wellness Classes

Virtual Wellness topics include presentations such as Keys to Weight Loss, Beginner Fitness, Reducing Stress, and Diabetes Prevention.

Each class is intended to engage employees, encourage collaboration, increase knowledge, prevent injury, and reduce risks for developing health-related conditions.
Virtual Wellness Classes are expected to last one hour.
This series will be three weeks long.
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Virtual tobacco cessation program starts Jan. 18

If you are ready to quit using tobacco, you can now take advantage of the free City of Houston Tobacco Cessation program.

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Virtual One-on-One Health Coaching

The City of Houston Wellness Team is offering employees a 4-session one-on-one health coaching program led by a Cigna Health Coach to explore in-depth questions regarding your personal nutrition, Physical activity, and reaching health goals.

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CITYFIT

City Fit winter series

Looking for a quick energy boost to beat that midday slump? Our FREE virtual City Fit classes can be the perfect solution. We have live classes ranging from 15-30 minutes between noon and 2 p.m. for a convenient lunchtime workout or after business hours at 6 p.m.

WELLNESS IN SOCIETY

Healthy eating tips for the holidays

‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food — lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and parties and travel disrupt daily routines. What’s more, it all goes on for weeks.

How do you stick to your diabetes meal plan when everyone around you seems to be splurging? Here are five tips that can help: 5 Healthy Eating Tips for the Holidays (cdc.gov)

COVID-19 vaccine booster shot guideline

You may choose which COVID-19 vaccine you receive as a booster shot. Some people may prefer the vaccine type that they originally received, and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots. Click the link below to learn more about the boosters. COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots | CDC

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

Weight Watchers – The season for celebration is here

Even though we’re this close to 2022, we’re all about fresh starts any time of year — especially now.

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Ney Year’s Resolution

Ending 2021 on positive note while getting ahead for 2022. Take advantage of the gym discounts the City of Houston has partnered with. Choose between LA Fitness, the YMCA, Blink Fitness, 24 Hour, Gold’s Gym and Active&Fit Direct.

For more information, reach out to Wellness Connection at WConnection@houstontx.gov

WELLNESS SUPERSTAR

Our next Wellness Star:
Madeline Clark

Achieving 5,000 steps a day is quite an accomplishment for many of us. But see how Madeline Clark aims for twice that.

WEEKLY RECIPE

Healthy no-bake cookies

Healthy no-bake chocolate peanut butter cookies! Made with only eight good-for-you ingredients, these healthy no-bake cookies are gluten-free and dairy-free, vegan and refined sugar-free!

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