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  • Vanderbilt University

    Free orientation sessions in April for Vanderbilt Weight Workshop

    Photo courtesy of Health Plus/Vanderbilt The Dayani Center for Health and Wellness, in conjunction with Vanderbilt’s Health Plus Faculty & Staff Wellness  Program, offers the Vanderbilt Weight Workshop, a holistic approach to promoting healthy nutrition, motivation, physical activity, empowerment and well-being. The… Read More

    Apr 5, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Step out for National Walking Day April 4

    (Vanderbilt University) The American Heart Association will host National Walking Day April 4, when adults nationwide will wear sneakers to work, take a walk and pledge to live heart-healthy lives. To celebrate National Walking Day on the Vanderbilt campus, Health Plus staff will lead a… Read More

    Mar 26, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Bike safety topic of lunchtime lecture March 15

    (iStockphoto) Kevin Cleveland, a lieutenant on bike patrol with the Vanderbilt University Police Department, will present a lunchtime lecture on bike safety from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 15. The event will be held in Medical Center East, South Tower, Room 8380A. Cleveland will discuss proper… Read More

    Mar 14, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Weight Watchers at Work starts March 7

    A new 9-week session of Weight Watchers at Work meetings starts March 7 at the Student Life Center. The difference between At Work meetings and traditional Weight Watchers meetings is that all costs are paid in sessions. This means that everything is paid at the… Read More

    Mar 1, 2012

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    Kick off National Nutrition Month with the March Health Madness Challenge

    March is National Nutrition Month, so Health Plus is encouraging you to take the March Health Madness Challenge. Accomplish 25 out of the 31 daily challenges in March to be entered in a drawing for a heart-healthy hardcover cookbook. Do it alone, or have fun competing as… Read More

    Feb 23, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Lunch and learn session on self-care March 1

    Learn self-care techniques at the Occupational Health Center’s lunch-and-learn session March 1.    … Read More

    Feb 23, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Orientation for Vanderbilt Weight Workshop Jan. 30

    The Vanderbilt Dayani Center for Health and Wellness, in conjunction with Health Plus, is offering the Vanderbilt Weight Workshop, a holistic approach to promoting healthy nutrition, motivation, physical activity, empowerment and well-being for adults. A Tuesday evening class (5:30-7 p.m.) is forming with FREE orientation… Read More

    Jan 26, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Health Plus offers heart-healthy Count on Your Heart program

    During National Heart Month in February and National Nutrition Month in March, Health Plus reminds you to love your heart by participating in a variety of fun and informative programs designed to lower your risk for heart disease. Know Your Numbers – Keep… Read More

    Jan 26, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Green Bag Luncheon Series: Sustainable food choices offered by VU Dining; Cooking with herbs

    Watch Suzanne Herron of VU Dining discussing sustainable food options offered in dining establishments on campus. The second half of the program featured Stacey Kendrick of Health Plus presenting healthy recipes  that incorporate fresh herbs, taste delicious and are easy for you to make at home. The Sustainability and Environmental Management Office (SEMO) and… Read More

    Jan 26, 2012

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    Health Plus offers six-week series on managing blood pressure

      (Vanderbilt University) Health Plus, in collaboration with the Occupational Health Clinic and Work/Life Connections, is sponsoring an educational blood pressure program on campus for all full-time, benefits-eligible Vanderbilt employees, their spouses and dependents. The program will offer six one-hour classes each Wednesday… Read More

    Jan 23, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Sustainable meals focus of Green Bag Luncheon Jan. 25

    Photo courtesy Health Plus (Vanderbilt) The Sustainability and Environmental Management Office (SEMO) and the American Studies Sustainability Project will sponsor the fifth installment of the Green Bag Luncheon Series on Wednesday, Jan. 25 from noon to 1 pm in Sarratt 189. Join Suzanne Herron of… Read More

    Jan 20, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Learn how to walk/run a half-marathon Jan. 19

      Health Plus offers lots of ways to get or stay fit in the new year. At noon Thursday, Jan. 19, attend the Life Phase Series presentation “Run/Walk a Half Marathon: Basics and Beyond” at Medical Center East, Room 8380A. Angel Bachuss, exercise specialist at the… Read More

    Jan 17, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Health Plus announces new group fitness options

    Health Plus offers lots of ways to stay fit and healthy. (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt University) Health Plus has announced its group fitness schedule for the first quarter of 2012, and it features lots of new classes, including: Group Fitness 101 Kettlebell Chaos for intermediate/advanced exercisers Midday Tai Chi… Read More

    Jan 10, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Final ‘Hold the Stuffing’ weigh-ins Jan. 9-14

    For all participating in Health Plus’ Hold the Stuffing program, final weigh-ins will be held at the stations listed below Jan. 9-14, 2012. Those who have maintained their weight within two pounds will be entered into a drawing for one of 10 gift cards… Read More

    Jan 3, 2012

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    Vanderbilt named one of Nashville’s healthiest employers

    Health Plus Medical Director Lori Rolando is pictured with Nashville Business Journal Publisher Kate Herman. (Photo by James Yates/Nashville Business Journal) Nashville Business Journal recognized Vanderbilt University as one of the city’s healthiest employers at an awards luncheon Dec. 15. This is the second year for NBJ’s Healthiest Employers… Read More

    Jan 3, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Inside Out

    Community Connections aims to enrich the work lives of Vanderbilt staff Janiece Vincz (left) and Lara Beth Lehman (John Russell/Vanderbilt) As one of Tennessee’s largest employers, Vanderbilt is, in essence, a small city. More than 22,000 workers comprise this bustling community, which is service-minded, rich in creativity and culturally diverse. What… Read More

    Jan 1, 2012

  • Vanderbilt University

    Moderation is key to a healthy holiday season

    Stacey Kendrick teaches ways to make smart food choices at the Health Plus Healthy Kitchen Cooking Video Library. (Vanderbilt University) Health Plus offers some tips for healthy eating during the holidays, a time that is often fraught with feasting and excess. For those participating in Health… Read More

    Dec 13, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Ms. Cheap: Frugal yet purposeful holiday gift giving

    Watch video of Nashville celeb and Tennessean columnist Ms. Cheap, Mary Hance, speaking Dec. 8 on frugal yet purposeful holiday giving. Her talk was sponsored by Community Connections and Health Plus. Contact: community.connections@vanderbilt.edu… Read More

    Dec 9, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Train with Gilda’s Gang to walk or run the Country Music Half-Marathon

    (photo by Cynthia Manley/Gilda's Club Nashville) Make your dream to walk or run the Country Music Half-Marathon in April a reality. Health Plus, the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, the Vanderbilt Dayani Center and Gilda’s Club of Nashville are partnering to offer a 16-week comprehensive training program designed to help you… Read More

    Dec 2, 2011

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    Two hundred-plus staff and faculty participate in Mayor’s 5K Run/Walk Challenge

    (Image courtesy of Health Plus/Vanderbilt University) On Nov. 13, the Vanderbilt community joined thousands of other Nashvillians to support Mayor Karl Dean’s ongoing initiative to improve health by participating in the Mayor’s 5K Run/Walk Challenge. Nearly 200 Vanderbilt faculty and staff logged training activities for several months… Read More

    Nov 18, 2011