2018 Health Fair Dates

The Employee Health and Wellness Fairs are coming soon. Fairs have been scheduled on the following dates:

July 24 at Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

August 8 at All Saints School from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

August 9 at St. Joan of Arc Sports Arena from 11:30 PM - 3:00 PM.

August 14 at St. Anastasia Parish Hall from 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

October 10 at Cardinal Newman High School from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

November 2 at St. Helen School from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

In this issue:

Quit Smoking

2018 Health Fair Dates

June Happenings

2nd Quarter Webinar - 2018

Men’s Health Month

Drowning Awareness

Know Your Benefits - Smok-

ing Cessation Program

Health Fairs

So you're ready to kick the habit. That's great! Mak-ing that commitment is half the battle. It’s not going to be easy. But choosing the best way to quit is a

good first step to ensure you stick with it.

Have a Plan. As you probably know, there are many different ways to quit smoking. Some work better than others. The best plan is the one you can stick

with. Consider which of these might work for you:

1. Cold turkey (no outside help). About 90% of people who try to quit smoking do it without outside support -- no aids, therapy, or medicine. Although most people try to quit this way, it's not the most successful method. Only about 5% to 7% are able to

quit on their own.

2. Behavioral therapy. This involves working with a counselor to find ways not to smoke. Together, you'll find your triggers (such as emotions or situations that make you want to smoke) and make a plan to

get through the cravings.

3. Nicotine replacement therapy. There are sever-al types, including nicotine gum, patches, inhalers, sprays, and lozenges. They work by giving you nico-tine without the use of tobacco. You may be more likely to quit with nicotine replacement therapy, but it works best when you use it with behavioral therapy and lots of support from friends and family. And remember that the goal is to end your addiction to

nicotine, not simply to quit using tobacco.

4. Medication. Bupropion and varenicline (Chantix) are prescription medicines that can help with your

cravings and withdrawal symptoms.

5. Combo treatments. You might be more likely to quit for good if you use a mix of different methods. For example, using both a nicotine patch and gum may be better than a patch alone. Other helpful combinations include behavioral therapy and nico-tine replacement therapy; prescription medication with a nicotine replacement therapy patch; and a nicotine replacement therapy patch and nicotine spray. The FDA hasn’t approved using two types of nicotine replacement therapies at the same time, so be sure to talk with your doctor first to see if this is the right approach for you. Pick a “Quit Date” that

gives you time to prepare.

Ready to Quit Smoking? Let’s Get Started!

STEP INTO WELLNESS

Diocese of Palm Beach

2018 Healthiest Employers Award Honoree

June 2018

No matter which method you choose, an im-portant part of quitting is to build a plan that works for you. Tell friends and family that you are quit-ting. Get rid of all cigarettes and ashtrays from your home, work, and car. Figure out your smok-ing triggers, and decide how you’re going to deal

with them.

How to Stay on Track

There will be days when all you want to do is give in to your cravings. Don’t do it. Quitting will be the best thing you ever do for yourself, but you have

to stick with your plan.

Follow these steps to stay on track to a smoke-

free life:

1. Know your triggers and avoid them early on. Write down the things that make you want to reach for a cigarette and how you can manage each situation. And avoid people, places, or rou-tines that normally make you want to smoke, especially during the first 3 months. This is when

you're most likely to start smoking again.

2. Know that the first few days are the tough-est. You'll probably feel irritable, depressed, slow, and tired, especially if you're quitting cold turkey. Have a quit-smoking support group available. It can be a good friend or a quit line you can call. Once you get past those first days, you'll begin to feel more normal (though you’ll still have cigarette

cravings).

3. Don't give in to your cravings. Every time you don't smoke when you have a craving, your chances of quitting go up. Change your habits -- replace the urge to have a cigarette in your mouth or hands with something else, like chewing gum

or playing a game on your phone.

4. Try a new hobby with friends who don't smoke. Do something that keeps your hands active and reduces stress, like walking your dog. It

will make success more likely.

5. Reward yourself. What you are doing isn’t easy. When you hit milestones, treat yourself with

something you want or enjoy.

June is Men’s Health Month

Take charge of your health and be a role model by making your health

a priority. Here are a few simple tips to be your best self:

Get a yearly checkup. Having a yearly wellness checkup can help you

keep track of important numbers like blood pressure, blood glucose and

cholesterol. That way, if any of your numbers are above normal, you

can work with your doctor to make healthy lifestyle changes to help

lower your risk of developing a chronic illness. Your doctor will also help

you stay on top of prostate, skin and colorectal cancer screenings and

more.

Get moving. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men. Com-

bat this by exercising at least 150 minutes a week. Break it up over 7

days, and it’s not so daunting - just remember to include aerobic and

strength exercises. Exercise helps when you want to lose or maintain

your weight. To lower you risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke,

keep your waistline at 40 inches or less.

Get healthy eating habits. Eat with awareness and limit food and

drinks that are high in calories, fat, sugar, salt, and alcohol. Everything

in moderation!

Get “de-stressed”. Stress can have a negative effect on your health.

It’s important to find support, stay active and stay connected socially.

Talk with a health professional if you are feeling particularly over-

whelmed.

Get enough sleep. Your body rests and repairs itself while you sleep.

If you don’t give it enough time to do this, it can lead to many health

issues and diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, obesity

and depression. The CDC recommends at least 7 hours a night for

adults.

Get rid of bad habits. Smoking, excessive alcohol use, and recreation-

al or habitual drug use can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary dis-

ease (COPD), emphysema, heart disease, increased risk for many

types of cancers and even strokes. Find support and break these bad

habits before it’s too late.

You can get your FREE SCREENINGS for blood pressure, choles-

terol and glucose at one of the many Employee Health and Well-

ness Fairs!

June 1 - 30 Men’s Health Month

June 1 - 30 Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June 1 - 30 National Safety Month

June 1 - 30 Cataract Awareness Month

June 11 - 17 Men’s Health Week

June 18 - 22 National Lightning Safety Awareness

Week

3rd Quarter

On Demand

Webinar

Walking for Your Health

https://kvgo.com/bcbsflorida/walking

June Happenings Calendar

Have an idea, suggestion or comment? Contact your Wellness Coordinator, Carol Waring at cwaring@diocesepb.org or

561-775-9572. Have a benefits question? Contact your Benefits Assistant, Sandy Maulden at smaulden@diocesepb.org

or 561-775-9574. Be sure to visit the wellness web page at www.diocesepb.org/wellness for helpful links and infor-

mation.

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Do You Know What Drowning Looks Like?

Yelling for help. Splashing violently. Gasping loudly. These are all signs of drowning we’ve seen played out in movies and on TV. However, we all know that real life isn’t always how it appears on the big screen. In reality, drowning looks very different from this.

When someone thinks they might be in danger, they might call out for help. But if they actually begin to drown, their body begins to find any way possible to get air - which makes them silent, strug-gling to keep nose and mouth above water. This is called the in-stinctive drowning response. When this happens, it can seem like the drowning person is actually playing around in the water. The whole scene can play out in less than 60 seconds.

Watch this video on drowning https://bit.ly/2LHEOfi , and then read over these signs to look for as you keep watch over your loved ones this summer at the pool and beach. If you see any of these signs, act fast - once the drowning person is submerged, it may be too late.

Silence: There’s no spare breath to call for help. Bobbing up and down: The drowning person’s mouth sinks be-low the water’s surface, pops up just enough to breath and sinks back down. Stiff arms: Instead of waving for help, arms are out to the side, hands pressed down on the water to stay afloat. At this point, a drowning person wouldn’t be able to reach out to grab a life pre-server. Stillness: It is almost as if the drowning person is standing in the water. There is no kicking, and their body is straight up and down.

While you’re out in the summer sun having fun, don’t take your eyes off your children - even for a few seconds. Have one family member or friend appointed to keep watch at all times.

Know Your Health Benefits!

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Benefit Update

Smoking Cessation Program

Effective January 1, 2018, The Diocese of Palm Beach is pleased to announce the introduction of a Smoking Cessation Program at your local participating retail pharmacies. Diocese of Palm Beach members qualify for two separate 6-month therapies per lifetime at $0 copay. You will need a prescription written for smoking deterrent products from your physician in order to take advantage of this added benefit to assist you in reaching your healthy initiative.

Participating pharmacies include popular chains and independents including Costco, CVS, Kroger, Publix, Rite Aid, Target, Walgreens, Walmart, and Winn Dixie.

For any questions please contact RxEDO Member Services at: (888) 879-7336.

2018 Employee Health and Wellness Fair Information

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Most of the locations and dates for the 2018 Employee Health and Wellness Fairs have been set. For those who have not attended

one of the fairs in the past, we have nurses from Health Designs who will take your blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol. The

screenings are free! There are other free screenings provided by local hospitals and providers. Some of the additional screen-

ings may include bone density, vision, hearing, posture, balance and more depending upon location.

Now is the time to mark your calendars and select your destination for the upcoming 2018 Health, Wellness and Safety Fairs coming to a location near you!

All employees are encouraged to attend and participate as this is a diocesan sponsored event.

Both full time and part time staff are invited. PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING YOUR FLBL INSURANCE CARD!!!

If there is not a fair scheduled at your specific work site, you are warmly invited to attend one that is most convenient for you and

your staff members.

Please share these dates with ALL of your staff. You do not have to stay for the entire period of time that the fair is running. If cov-

erage is an issue, plan to rotate in specific blocks of time so everyone at your school or parish have a chance to attend. You can

even carpool in groups. You do not have to be covered by diocesan health insurance to participate.

By taking advantage of one of the fairs and biometric screenings, you will earn a $50 gift card. All you have to do is at-

tend one of the fairs and get your biometrics completed (one little finger stick) AND complete the health assessment. You

will get your results in a matter of minutes (blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose).

To schedule your biometric screening please use the online Pick A Time Scheduler to select the health fair location and time

you wish to select for your screening. YOU CAN BEGIN SELECTING YOUR TIME NOW! - the online link is:

https://pickatime.com/client?ven=11604103

HEALTH, WELLNESS AND SAFETY FAIR DATES AND LOCATIONS

July 24 – Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola Parish Hall, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM 9995 North Military Trail, PBG

Aug 8 – All Saints Catholic School Cafeteria, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 1759 Indian Creek Parkway, Jupiter

Aug 9 – St. Joan of Arc Sports Arena, 11:30 PM – 3:00 PM 501 SW 3rd Ave, Boca Raton

Aug 14 – St. Anastasia Parish Hall, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM 401 S 33rd St., Ft. Pierce

Oct 10 – Cardinal Newman HS Café, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 512 Spencer Dr., West Palm Beach

Nov 2 – St. Helen School Gymnasium, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 2050 Vero Beach Ave., Vero Beach

The Health Assessment format has been shortened to one page!!!! This year once

you complete the (very short) assessment form, you will get your biometrics (finger

stick) done and speak with a health coach immediately. This also means…...

NO WAITING IN LINE to scan the form!!!!

The $50 gift card will be presented to you at the fair!

The Employee Health and Wellness Fairs are for EMPLOYEES ONLY

PLEASE NOTE - THE ONLINE OPTION TO COMPLETE THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT ($25 GIFT CARD) IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.

Transamerica will be on site at each fair for one-on-one appointments. Please have your User ID

and Password for your account. To schedule an appointment go to: https://www04.timetrade.com/app/trns/workflows/TRNS001/schedule/location?wfsid=16a5bb4d-baba97f6-16a5bce5-baba97f6-00000002-o62ivp1dh7e9ebknv07npr4f2qltluju&appointmentTypeGroupId=ta069778&fs=1