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| WOW! Notices |
2010 WOW! Superhero Calendar arriving at your door soon. The 2010 WOW! Superhero Calendar will arrive in your mailbox soon. In this calendar you can read how 12 of MaineHealth's employees received their Superhero stripes.
Learning Resource Center Classes
Did you know? If you are a MaineHealth employee and pay for a class through the Learning Resource Center it is reimbursable for up to $50 through WOW! Rebates. Print your WOW! Rebate form here.
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| Dr. Lisa's Happy, Healthy Wellness ABCs |
Happy December!
 Dr. Lisa's Wellness ABCs for December focus on "Handwashing & Healthy Holidays."
Looking to nourish your body and warm your belly? December's feature recipe is Very Veggie Black Bean Soup. We shared this savory soup during a recent MaineHealth WOW! "Lunch & Learn." Learn more about WOW! and MaineHealth Learning Resource cooking classes in the December ABCs.
MaineHealth offers a wealth of healthy holiday resources through the LifeBalance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) . Click here for more information on these free programs and Dr. Lisa's Wellness ABCs.
Happy Holidays!
Lisa Belisle, MD, MPH
Medical Advisor, MaineHealth WOW! Program |
| Superhero Spotlight ~ Donna McGrew, MMC |
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Donna McGrew from MMC is one of WOW!'s 2009 Superheroes.
As a long-time MMC employee, Donna has gained both  personal and clinical perspective around multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis and other diseases. She has been a member of the MaineHealth Freewheelers team in four Trek Across Maine rides and raised $2,000 each year for the American Lung Association. All of her Trek rides have been in memory of a very special MMC patient Donna met while working evenings on Pediatrics. Unfortunately, the patient lost her life to cystic fibrosis at the age of 16.
For the first time this summer, Donna participated in the MS Bike to Breakwater in honor of her younger sister, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in July, 2008. She was one of the top 100 fundraisers [#35] and was able to enjoy the experience with her sister who volunteered on both days of the ride. These cycling events are a great way for Donna to stay fit and raise funds for the organizations she passionately supports. She plans to continue to participate in both the MS and ALA rides until her grandchildren get old enough to ride with her!
For Donna, being active is a stress-reliever, a way to meet new people, and most importantly, challenges her to stay in great shape. If you are interested in participating in these exciting rides contact MaineHealth WOW!. They will make you feel like a SUPERHERO! |
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Healthy Pregnancy & Newborns |
 If you are planning a pregnancy or expecting a baby, take advantage of the chilly nights spent inside to check out the WOW! Healthy Pregnancy Tool Kit on the WOW! Web site. This is your very own department store with a menu of resources including childbirth education classes, online tools, newsletters and detailed information pertaining to your maternity leave and disability benefits. | |
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Want to Save Money? Meet Joe and John |
Healthcare is not a free lunch. Rising costs take a big bite out of our budget. There is a solution you can control. Just like any other purchases you make, you are in charge. Find out why it is important to ask questions about healthcare quality, cost and options before you buy. Click here to watch the videos.
Use this username and password to view the video:
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Password: mainehealth |
| Tobacco Tales - Smokings Effects on Women |
Have women come a long way when it comes to smoking?
Click here to learn more.
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| Raising Readers |
As we mention in Dr. Lisa's Healthy, Happy Wellness ABCs , one of WOW!'s favorite themes is role modeling. This month, Raising Readers Recommends Mama Mama/Papa Papa Flip Board Book (ISBN 978-0060519155), which focuses on the relationship between baby animals and their parents. For other healthy reading choices, visit the Raising Readers Blog, or check out the Raising Readers Recommends Great Books: Great Topics brochure, available through Raising Readers. |
| KidsHealth |
We at WOW! know that good health begins early. Go to KidsHealth for articles:
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| LifeBalance Employee Assistance Program |
Simplify Your Holiday Celebrations
You may be looking for ways to simplify your celebrations so that you can focus on relaxing and enjoying every moment. Remember that LifeBalance has free resources to help you manage your budget, reduce stress, stay healthy, and strengthen your ties with loved ones throughout the holidays and all year long.
For managers and supervisors:As a manager, you play a big role in your organization's success, in large part through your influence on how engaged employees are at work. This month read the article Bringing Out the Best in the People You Manage and learn five ways to encourage and motivate the people you manage.
In December's podcasts, Work-Life Integration, Stewart Friedman, author of Total Leadership: Be a Better Leader, Have a Richer Life, shares tips for managers and employees on how to better achieve work-life integration.
For more information on other services that LifeBalance offers, click here. Your contact with LifeBalance services is free and completely confidential.  ID: mainehealth Password: lifebalance
Or call: 1-877-259-3785 |
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