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| Volume 5 | Issue 30 | August 3, 2016 |
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Give blood. There are two upcoming opportunities:
 | Bon Secours Watkins Centre: Aug. 8, 3 to 7 p.m. | | Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital Auditorium: Aug. 23. The Virginia Women's Center is hosting a Blood Drive in honor of 4-year-old Callen Tyson, who is currently fighting Stage 4 leukemia. There will be no walk-in appointments offered. |
Pre-register with RapidPass at www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass.
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Catch up on a Wellness Wednesday Webinar with this quick link and catalog of topics that include building resilience, managing stress, senior caregiving and surviving on a single income.
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Check out fitness center discounts in Richmond and Hampton Roads. Don't forget the new on-site Employee Fitness Center at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center.
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 The Countdown Is On!
Complete Your PHA
by Aug. 31
What's the best thing you can do for your health this August? Your Personal Health Assessment!
Find out what your lab numbers and biometric results say about the state of your health. With this knowledge, you can make a plan to feel better and lower your risk for disease. Our free and confidential PHA takes just minutes, as you can schedule a time that is convenient for you. The deadline for the 2016 PHA is Aug. 31.
You must complete both parts of the assessment:
| 1. | Do the wellness profile at BonSecoursWellness.com. | | 2. | Complete the biometric screening by downloading a physician verification form and visiting your doctor, scheduling an on-site screening or getting a voucher to go to a designated LabCorp facility. All three are found here. |
If you're covered by a Bon Secours Medical Plan, you can earn a $300 in your Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
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  Get Ready for Back-to-School Season
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Pack Up Summer with Meals
for Kids and Adults
What we eat and drink throughout the day plays a huge role in how we feel. Eating healthy is not only great for adults, it's also great for kids! Spending time with your kids in the kitchen encourages them to learn about food, have fun, and understand the importance of healthy eating.
Try some of the recipe ideas in the August SimplyFresh blog, like Apple & Cheese Quesadillas, and get a head start on fall!
Benefits of packing a lunch for work and school:
 | Saves time and money | | Allows you to have more control over ingredients | | More variety | | Can become a fun activity for you and your kids to do together | | Great way to use leftovers |
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Don't Forget to Do Sports Physicals
Though we encourage all Bon Secours employees and their dependents to cultivate a long-term relationship with a primary care physician, if you need children's sports forms filled out, you can make an appointment at the Good Health Clinic at St. Mary's or Maryview.
For more information:
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St. Mary's Hospital:
804-977-8915
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Maryview Medical Center:
757-738-1906
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Put Your HRA to Use
August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. If your child needs glasses for back to school, remember to use the money you've saved in your Health Reimbursement Account. If you have questions, please contact ConnectYourCare.
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Vaccines Protect Children
As we celebration National Immunization Awareness Month in August, remember vaccinating according to the recommended immunization schedule provides your child with the best protection against preventable diseases.
Many vaccine-preventable diseases can easily spread in child care and school settings. Protecting your children from preventable diseases will help keep them healthy and in school. Talk to your child's doctor or other health care professional to make sure your children get the vaccinations they need when they need them. Get immunization schedules here.
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Good Referral = Good Reward
 Did you know you could receive a reward for referring a new employee to Bon Secours Virginia? Get in on the Splash for Cash program this summer.
Earn your bonus by referring a new full- or part-time hire in a variety of positions, including surgical and sleep techs, nursing assistants and clinical care leaders. See the full list of possibilities here.
Refer an RN between now and Aug. 31, and DOUBLE the referral bonus!
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Christina Johnson, a sports performance trainer and full-time Wellness employee, wants to hear your questions. Email Christina.
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Question: I have recently completed my on-site biometrics, but I have not received my incentive yet, nor has my data been loaded into BonSecoursWellness.com. Where will the results be displayed and when can I expect to see my incentive on my HRA card?
Answer: Thank you so much for taking part in the biometric screenings during our annual Personal Health Assessment time frame. The results from your fasting labs will take three to four weeks to be uploaded onto your wellness profile on the website. Once your data has been loaded, you will receive a notification email to log in and review your biometrics. After receiving this email, please allow an additional three to four weeks for your incentive to be processed and added to your ConnectYourCare account. If you've misplaced your card, please contact HROC toll-free at 855-336-7600.
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Check Out DePaul's Fitness Center
 Have you taken advantage of the DePaul Employee Fitness Center? Hear what your colleagues think about this free resource: "I recently utilized the DMC Fitness Center and was impressed with the amenities. There are two rooms of cardio equipment, so I felt that I could visit anytime and be able to use one of the machines. The strength room had good detailed posters, displaying different exercises. I especially like the pulley strength machine that gives you multiple exercise options. I feel fortunate to work for Bon Secours and want to thank them for investing in the well-being of their employees." --- Tara Briggs
Practice Manager, Neuroscience Center "The new DePaul Employee Fitness Center has a very comfortable atmosphere and plenty of workout options for every employee to benefit from. It's an awesome thing that the company has done for us, everyone should take advantage of this great opportunity!" --- Daphne Kigler
Patient Registrar, Neuroscience Center Remember, the Fitness Center is open to all Bon Secours Hampton Roads employees. |
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Diabetes Prevention Program
Weight Loss an Added Benefit
of Eating Healthier
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| | Lynn Wynn before and after the Diabetes Prevention Program. |
When Lynn Wynn signed up in February for the Diabetes Prevention Program, she wasn't sure what to expect. Her husband is diabetic, and she wanted to learn more about the disease in order to help him.
"I had been doing the Wellness Incentives, because I got $900 in credits," said Wynn, an administrative assistant for support services/safety and security at Maryview Medical Center, "but with the influence and help from my co-workers, I realized how important it is to be healthy."
 Wynn credits Abigail Walsh, Wellness program analyst, and classmates in her lunchtime group with helping her plan healthier meals, make better choices in the supermarket, and learn to prepare foods during the weekend for the entire week. "The group atmosphere and support of the instructors was great."
Learn more about Wynn's journey, including losing 35 pounds, by clicking here .
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Get Ready for Flu Season
Again this year, Bon Secours Health System is requiring that all employees, credentialed medical staff, volunteers and others who work in one of our  patient care facilities (including students over the age of 18, contractors and vendors who work for, provide services to or otherwise do business with Bon Secours Health System) receive the seasonal influenza vaccination.
Specified individuals (employees, board members and credentialed medical staff) who choose not to get the flu vaccination MUST wear a surgical mask for the duration of the flu season when working at any Bon Secours patient care facility. Proof of receiving the flu vaccination must be completed and submitted to Employee Wellness by Nov. 1.
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Thank You to Our Wellness Committees
 Each month we'll feature one of the amazing Wellness Committees that work so tirelessly to support your health and well-being. This month we send a shout-out to Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital's Wellness Committee. |
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 About this eNewsletter
Look for this Bon Secours Wellness electronic newsletter on or about the first Wednesday of every month. It's packed with tips, resources and inspiring stories. Share your story ideas via Amy Cutter in Hampton Roads and Meghan Melvin in Richmond.
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