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|  | June Annual Physical
Don’t wait 365 days to receive your annual physical. An annual exam is your first step toward earning your medical plan discount.
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|  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.
|  Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Babies
Take part in the Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies program and earn a reward.
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|  City of Houston Biking Club
City of Houston employees, are you interested in a biking club? Are you ready to take on fitness in a different direction with your legs? Answer some questions below so the HR Wellness Team can gather information on your Biking Club thoughts!
|  COH Walking Club
Join us every Wednesday at 10 a.m. for a brisk 15-minute walk throughout the underground tunnels. This is a great opportunity for employees to come together and improve their physical fitness. Meet at 611 Walker on the garden level outside the security gate.
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|  CityFit Summer Series begins July 18
Let us help you achieve your summer physique! Looking for a quick energy boost to beat that mid-day slump? Our FREE virtual CityFit classes can be the perfect solution.
Live classes ranging from 15-30 minutes are held between noon and 2 p.m for a convenient lunchtime workout or after business hours at 6 p.m. Registration to open soon!
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Mindfulness Toolkit
The Cigna Resilience Index found that 60% of Americans do not have high resilience. Low employee resilience can lead to lower job satisfaction and performance and higher turnover.1 Establishing a daily mindfulness practice is a key step in building resilience, and Cigna offers a number of resources that can help.
Click on the link below to learn more tools and resources to help employees develop mindfulness and build resiliency
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|  Virtual Tobacco Cessation Program
If you are ready to quit using tobacco, you can now take advantage of the free City of Houston Tobacco Cessation program.
Click the link below to register today. Limited availability.
|  MoveSpring
Introducing the City of Houston’s newest Virtual Wellness Challenge Program. Challenge each other, and yourself, to stick to healthier habits like drinking more water, getting to the gym or reading. Join group challenges administered by the Wellness Team or create a custom goal of your own.
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|  | Superior Vision
10 tips to reduce your risk of cataracts.
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|  | Strawberry Pie Nothing says summer like strawberries. Whip up this lighter version of strawberry pie for your next summer celebration!
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| June is Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, a national observance used to raise awareness about health care for men and focus on encouraging boys, men, and their families to practice and implement healthy living decisions, such as exercising and eating healthy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men in the United States, on average, die 5 years earlier than women and die at higher rates from the three leading causes of death, heart disease, cancer and unintentional injuries.
Learn more at Men’s Health Month - Department of Health and Human Services | |
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| June is Alzheimer and Brain Awareness Month
Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer's or another dementia. Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), impacts memory, thinking, and behavior. AD ranks as the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the most common form of dementia in 60-80% of all diagnosed cases. Learn the symptoms, treatments, and latest research, as well as how you can help. Join the Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness this June.
Learn more at Alzheimer's Association website | |
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|  Weight Watchers:
Find moves that fit you!
Our wellness partner, WW, makes losing weight easier with their new, science-backed PersoanlPoints Program.
|  Gym Discounts
It’s time to strive for a better you! Take advantage of the gym discounts the City of Houston has partnered with.
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