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Make Lasting Change by Stacking Good Habits

Monday, January 10, 2022
The new year always inspires motivation for new personal and professional goals The best way to make lasting lifestyle change is to take those goals or resolutions and break them down into small habits that become engrained in who we are and what we do.
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Choose Online Delivery by January 9 to Receive Your Tax Forms Faster

Monday, December 13, 2021
Online delivery is a fast and secure way for University of Iowa employees to receive year-end W-2 and Affordable Care Act (ACA) 1095 forms.
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New Well-Being Collaborative Aligns Campus Resources

Monday, December 13, 2021
The Division of Student Life, University Human Resources, and other partners have established a Well-Being and Mental Health Campus Collaborative to coordinate programs that enhance the health and well-being of UI staff, faculty, and students.
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Tips for Holiday Well-Being

Monday, December 13, 2021
It’s important to pause our busy lives and reflect upon the things that bring us joy and fill our hearts with gratitude. Find a few tips for feeling grounded and present in the moment.
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Mini Health Fair: Know Your Numbers

Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Blood pressure and blood glucose screenings to be offered in November and December to all UI faculty, staff, and students. Regular preventative health screenings can help lower your risk for chronic health conditions.
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Grateful Hawks: Ways to Infuse Gratitude into Your Life

Friday, October 8, 2021
Gratitude towards ourselves and toward others builds resilience, improves morale and communication. Different practices are discussed in this Q&A with Nicole Del Castillo, MD, MPH, Director of the office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Free flu vaccinations available starting Sept. 13

Wednesday, September 8, 2021
University of Iowa employees can get the flu vaccine for free at locations across campus or at the University Employee Health Clinic starting Sept. 13.
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Healthy Meals in 20 Minutes or Less

Friday, July 2, 2021
Whip up these delicious, healthy meals in 20 minutes or less.
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Taking Care of our Hawkeye Community: Expert Knowledge from around Campus

Friday, July 2, 2021
One of the most pressing needs you may be facing is recovering or supporting the recovery of emotional health and well-being during times of isolation, division, illness, and grief. We have been through a lot, and our physical and emotional recovery is top of mind. liveWELL’s Senior Director, Megan Hammes, interviews campus experts with some important questions as we consider our return to campus and global recovery.
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Lettuce Turnip the Beet: Nutrition Tips from UI Professor, Dr. Ruth Grossmann

Monday, April 5, 2021
liveWELL interviews Dr. Ruth Grossmann, Adjunct Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing and nutrition researcher for quick tips to improve nutrition and well-being.