Faculty And Staff Health And Wellness
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Take advantage of well-being resources for employees in 2023
As a new year begins, Vanderbilt is encouraging all employees to take advantage of the extensive well-being resources available to them. The offerings include newly launched wellness and mental health programs and are part of the university’s broader commitment to supporting the holistic health of its faculty, staff and postdocs across key aspects of their lives. Read MoreJan 3, 2023
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Vanderbilt Health and Wellness health fair at Heard Library June 7
Join Vanderbilt Health and Wellness for a health fair at the Heard Library Community Room on Tuesday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Boost your well-being while earning credit toward Go for the Gold. Read MoreMay 24, 2022
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Health and safety update: Working and eating in shared office spaces
As staff, faculty and students return to campus, the Vanderbilt community is stepping up to prevent COVID-19 infection. The university is following safety guidelines for workspaces issued by the American College Health Association. Read MoreAug 13, 2021
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September is National Emergency Preparedness Month
Natural disasters—such as tornados, derechos, hurricanes, flooding, fires, earthquakes and even the COVID-19 pandemic—are reminders of the importance of developing a personal or family disaster plan. Read MoreSep 22, 2020
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VWell Connect: Connect with others at VU who share your activity interests
Welcome to VWell Connect, a place to connect with the Vanderbilt community over shared activity interests. Read MoreFeb 13, 2020
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Wellcast: Learn about new diabetes treatment technology
Shichun Bao, associate professor of medicine and the Diabetes Technology Program leader in the Division of Endocrinology at the Eskind Diabetes Clinic, shares information on the amazing technological advances in diabetes treatment and blood sugar management. Read MoreDec 11, 2019
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Online scheduling now available for all Occupational Health Clinic locations
Vanderbilt’s Occupational Health Clinic, including the OHC Faculty/Staff Express Care, now offers online scheduling for same-day and next-day sick visit appointments. Read MoreJul 19, 2019
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Join the Health Plus Summer Shape-Up Challenge
Shape up for the summer and beyond by joining the Summer Shape-Up Challenge. Compete to get more exercise, have fun, and feel great. The Summer Shape-Up Challenge runs June 10 through August 16. Read MoreJun 7, 2019
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Vandy Walks: Campus in bloom
Led by faculty and staff, Vandy Walks is a walking series brought to you by Health Plus and the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center. Read MoreJun 4, 2019
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Host Health Plus’ CORE Nutrition at your office
CORE Nutrition offers practical recipes, healthy samples, and reliable nutrition information in a fun, come and go atmosphere. Read MoreMay 29, 2019
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Babies and You: ‘Basics of Infant Safety at Home and in the Car’
"Babies and You" encourages early and consistent prenatal care and provides monthly educational opportunities. Read MoreMay 3, 2019
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Babies and You: ‘Postpartum Care’ April 18
Health Plus offers "Babies and You", a work site prenatal health promotion program for faculty/staff, spouses, and/or dependent children who become pregnant. Read MoreApr 11, 2019
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Individuals with Type 1 diabetes needed for feedback opportunity
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes between the ages of 18-28 are invited to give feedback on the challenges of transitioning from pediatric to adult care providers. Read MoreApr 9, 2019
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Wellcast: ‘Understanding Heart Disease in Women’
Sharmin Basher, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine and physician at the Vanderbilt Women’s Heart Program, talks about important differences in heart disease in women as compared to men. Read more information on the Vanderbilt Women’s Heart Program. Read MoreApr 5, 2019
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Celebrate National Walking Day on April 3
Join Health Plus and Vanderbilt leaders for a 20-minute walk around campus concluding at Library Lawn for a fun celebration of Vanderbilt's commitment to a culture of wellness. Read MoreMar 29, 2019
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Health Plus celebrates National Nutrition Month
A series of events hosted by Health Plus to celebrate National Nutrition Month in March. Read MoreMar 1, 2019
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Get involved: March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colon cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when it's found early. Screening is the #1 way to prevent colon cancer because it finds cancer in the early stages or before it even has the chance to grow or develop. Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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Women’s Center to host work-life balance workshop series
The Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center presents "Work-Life Workshops", a lecture-based lunchtime program covering a blend of self-care and professional development topics such as navigating organizational politics, salary negotiation strategies, stress management, mindfulness and more. Read MoreJan 22, 2019
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Quit smoking with help from OHC’s ‘Quit Rx Program’
The Occupational Health Clinic (OHC) Quit Rx Program offers counseling and treatment services for individuals interested in quitting smoking. Read MoreJan 16, 2019
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Register for February Diabetes Prevention Program info sessions
Employees are invited to February information sessions to learn more about the National Diabetes Prevention Program, available to faculty, staff or spouses with prediabetes or a history of gestational diabetes. Read MoreJan 16, 2019