Faculty And Staff Health And Wellness
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Vandy Walks: ‘Vanderbilt Architecture’ July 23
Vandy Walks will feature architect Paul Marshall. Read MoreJul 9, 2015
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Be a leader for wellness with Wellness Commodores
Wellness Commodores lead by example through their enthusiastic commitment to wellness. Read MoreJun 25, 2015
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VRWC offers ‘Biggest Winner’ summer weight-loss program
The VRWC's Biggest Winner program combines exercise, nutrition, and wellness to help you lose weight and build the skills necessary to reach your personal health goals. Read MoreJun 12, 2015
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Wellcast: ‘Organic vs. conventional foods’
As the organic food movement grows, there is a lot of information (and misinformation) about whether organically grown foods are actually better for consumers. Laura Osterman breaks it down. Read MoreJun 12, 2015
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Private boxing lessons offered at VRWC
USA Boxing certified coach Tramaine Crook has more than five years of experience in boxing and personal training. Read MoreJun 5, 2015
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Babies and You: ‘Breastfeeding—a positive choice’
A free talk on the value of breastfeeding will be held June 18 at 1 p.m. at Light Hall 419. Read MoreJun 4, 2015
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Eight ways to manage anger more effectively
Many people experience increased frustration and anger in the summer months. How can you beat the heat and avoid getting heated? Here are eight suggestions for managing anger more effectively. Read MoreMay 29, 2015
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Health Plus offers no-charge weight loss program
See if you qualify for Vanderbilt Healthier You, a free personalized weight management program. Read MoreMay 22, 2015
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Wellcast: Sharing the road
Fifteen-year cyclist Les Wooldridge talks with Teera Wilkins, Occupational Health Clinic, about how cyclist and drivers can respect one another when sharing the road. Read MoreMay 22, 2015
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Win prizes with ‘Know Your Numbers’ May 18-22 for National Employee Health and Fitness Day
Join Vanderbilt in celebrating National Employee Health & Fitness Day. Read MoreMay 14, 2015
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Babies and You May 21: ‘Postpartum care’
Registered Nurse Carol Huber will will speak on postpartum care at the next Babies & You class. The talk begins at noon on Thursday, May 21, at 415 Light Hall. Read MoreMay 7, 2015
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Wellcast: ‘The Good Life – What Really Matters’
Ted Fischer, professor of anthropology, director of the Center for Latin American Studies and author of the book, “The Good Life," talks about the global traits of a good life. Read MoreApr 30, 2015
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Vanderbilt inducted into Mayor’s Workplace Challenge Hall of Fame
Vanderbilt University achieved Diamond Level in the Healthy category of the 2014-15 Mayor’s Workplace Challenge. Read MoreApr 30, 2015
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Go for the Gold steps 1 and 2 are ready
The first two steps of Go for the Gold are now available in the new Health Plus Health Guide. Log in and get started today. Read MoreApr 30, 2015
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Vandy Walks features Blair’s Pam Schneller May 13
Join Pam Schneller, associate dean, Blair School of Music, for an inspirational walk and celebration of wellness on Wednesday, May 13, at 11:30 a.m. Read MoreApr 30, 2015
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Jeremiah Cline headlines VRWC Musician’s Night April 30
Jeremiah Cline rocks banjo music in an "urban hillbilly" style. Read MoreApr 24, 2015
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Wellcast: ‘What is normal eating?’
Reba Sloan speaks about a fairly new eating disorder called orthorexia, which indicates an unhealthy obsession with eating healthy foods. Read MoreApr 13, 2015
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National Alcohol Screening Day is April 9
Work/Life Connections - EAP will be offering a National Alcohol Screening Day event in the lobby of Light Hall on April 9 in an effort to raise awareness of problematic drinking behaviors. Read MoreApr 2, 2015
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Wellcast: What is secondary trauma?
In the latest Wellcast, Janet McCutchen with Work/Life Connections speaks with Rosemary Cope, a licensed professional counselor, about secondary trauma, its symptoms, and how to cope with the effects of stress. Read MoreMar 19, 2015
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Health Plus offers tips for mindful walking
This week try mindful walking, a highly effective way to bring the mental calmness of sitting meditation into activity. Read MoreMar 12, 2015