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Welcome to the Health and Wellness web site.This site is intended to serve as a health and wellness resource for the Facilities and Operations community on campus. You will find useful information and motivation here to help you lead a healthier life as a result this effort.Mission StatementThe mission of the Health and Wellness program is to promote and preserve the health and well-being of our employees through a comprehensive wellness program.The Health & Wellness office is in the Plant Hoover BuildingThe Health & Wellness office is located in the Hoover Building 'B' room number 1306A (right next to the Cabinet Shop). This location allows greater contact with F&O units in general and Plant Operations in particular.Healthy Greetings!Spring is here and it’s the perfect time of the year to improve your overall health and well-being!!April 2008 is “National Cancer Awareness Month”What are antioxidants?Antioxidants are substances that may protect cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals. Free radical damage may lead to cancer. Antioxidants interact with and stabilize free radicals and may prevent some of the damage free radicals otherwise might cause.1 How can I prevent free radical damage? To help prevent free-radical formation, and the damage they can cause, avoid exposure to cigarette smoke, secondhand smoke and air pollution. Increase your intake of foods rich in antioxidants, especially organically grown vegetables and fruits. Antioxidants are also found in green tea and dark chocolate. Consider taking a daily antioxidant supplement as insurance against those times when you can't eat right.2 Sources: (1) National Cancer Institute (2) Dr. Andrew Weil, M.D. Are you ready to quit? Free Smoke Cessation Sessions (7 weeks) - Sponsored by Facilities and Operations Wellness Program First session begins next Wednesday, April 16, 2008 (See this flyer for complete details.) Location: Plant Academy Conference room – 1111 Kipke Drive Date: Wednesday, April 16 Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. To sign up for the program, please call the Tobacco Consultation Service at (734) 936-5988 or go online to www.med.umich.edu/mfit/tobacco! Shape up for Summer! Summer Exercise and Relaxation Classes – May 1st through August 13th! Classes conducted at the Student Theater Arts Complex (STAC) are free to Facilities and Operations’ Staff. Do you find yourself procrastinating when it comes to getting your body in shape? Good news!! We have the motivating classes to jump start your fitness routines! Take a look at just a few of the classes that are available to you! (See this flyer for more details.)
Facilities and Operations’ Sports Coliseum Exercise Initiative officially ends Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Special thanks goes out to all of the Facilities and Operations’ staff that participated in this exciting one year (April 2007 – April 15, 2008) exercise initiative! Please continue to stay active and consider taking advantage of the upcoming summer exercise classes! Have a great Spring and Summer! Yours in fitness, Greg Stay tuned for more updates on health and wellness! |
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