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Viewing the Pandemic Through a Trauma-Informed Lens

Wednesday, March 9, 2022
What can we learn about ourselves from living through a pandemic? Britte Garrett, a therapist from the University of Iowa Employee Assistance Program discusses viewing the pandemic through the lens of trauma.

Brooke Zittergruen Finds Success with Healthy Habits

Friday, February 18, 2022
University of Iowa Health Care employee Brooke Zittergruen found motivation to make lifestyle changes after meeting with health coach Melanie Cuchna.
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Exploring Work-Life Boundaries

Monday, January 10, 2022
liveWELL Interviewed Dr. Beth Livingston, Assistant Professor in Management and Entrepreneurship at the UI Tippie College of Business and an expert researcher on work and family management, for ways that individuals and leaders can explore their expectations, set boundaries, and communicate preferences related to work and home that lead to greater well-being and productivity.
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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.
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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.