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Alison Robinson uploaded the file: Desk Yoga to Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
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Alison Robinson posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
During a recent seminar, I have learned that sitting is essentially the new “smoking”. Meaning sitting for long periods of time, in one position, isn’t good for our bodies, our joints or frankly…our sanity. So…what can do you about it, if you work behind a desk all day? Desk Yoga!! Below are few poses to help you stay fit and limber, while…[Read more]
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Jennifer Pumphrey joined the group Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
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Jenn joined the group Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
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Alison Robinson posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
Spring is a time to get moving and get healthy. The Allegany County Health Department is trying to do just that by making it easier for staff to make healthier choices. This spring and summer we have come up with a few ideas to help folks get into the habit of healthy living. Such as:
– Walking during breaks to the nearest Farmers’ Market -…[Read more]
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Hannah Person uploaded the file: Healthiest Maryland Businesses Brochure to Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
A brochure that explains the benefits of becoming a Healthiest Maryland Business. Learn more at https://www.healthiestmdbusinesses.org
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Hannah Person joined the group Worksite Wellness 5 years, 10 months ago
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Catie Wampole joined the group Worksite Wellness 6 years ago
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Catie Wampole joined the group School Health Nursing 6 years, 1 month ago
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Paula McKenzie joined the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 1 month ago
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Tina Mills joined the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
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Tina Mills joined the group School Health Nursing 6 years, 2 months ago
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Nicole Bradley joined the group School Health Nursing 6 years, 2 months ago
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MJoy posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
Healthier Holidays in 1 – 2 – 3
Few Americans get enough physical activity, and many don’t eat a healthful diet. The winter holidays can be a great time to think about your goals for the year ahead. Follow these tips to jump start your resolutions, and be your healthiest self this holiday season.1. Stay active.
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Lori Ingram joined the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
Water accounts for 60 percent of your body (or about 11 gallons or 92 pounds in a 155-pound person) and is essential to every cell. Here are a few ways water benefits your body’s health.
1. Water helps prevent dry mouth.
2. Water promotes cardiovascular health.
3. Water keeps your body cool.
4. Water helps muscles and joints work better.
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Bill Lafferty posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
Chronic Diseases – Information from the CDC
Six in ten adults in the US have a chronic disease and four in ten adults have two or more.
Chronic disease includes: Heart Disease, Cancer, COPD, Stroke, Alzheimer’s Disease, Diabetes and Chronic Kidney failure.
Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require…[Read more]
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Alison Robinson posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
Here at the health department we are encouraging our staff to be more mindful of their current health, which includes blood pressure. We are going to set up blood pressure self-check stations, in staff occupied areas, were they can use a digital blood pressure machine to check their current blood pressure. We will also have information at each…[Read more]
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Alison Robinson joined the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
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Renee Kniseley posted an update in the group Worksite Wellness 6 years, 2 months ago
join the Healthiest Maryland Businesses group. If your organization is interested you will need to complete the CDC scorecard at : http://www.healthiestmdbusinesses.org/ ( it is free to join)
What is ‘Healthiest Maryland Businesses’?
Healthiest Maryland is a statewide movement to create a culture of wellness—an environment that makes the h…[Read more]
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