Category Archives: Health & Wellness

2013 BlueCross BlueShield ID Cards

Reminder from Human Resources: • New BCBSTX ID cards were mailed in late December to all faculty and staff who changed their Medical option for 2013. If you did not change your Medical option, you will continue to use the … Continue reading

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A Holiday for Caregivers

Do you sometimes feel squashed between the needs of your older parents and your children? Then you know why adults who care for both groups are called the “sandwich generation.” There are nearly 65 million family-caregivers in the United States. … Continue reading

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Spend Your Flexible Spending Account Dollars by December 31!

The end of the calendar year is right around the corner. Do you still have unused funds in your Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? The funds you contribute to your FSA during 2012 are only available for reimbursement of qualified expenses … Continue reading

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Join Wellpower by November 12, 2012 to be Eligible to Earn a Reward For The Fall Period

The clock is ticking! Join Wellpower by November 12, 2012 to be eligible to earn a reward during this reward period. Here’s what you need to do to qualify for an award: 1. Sign up for and complete the Stress Recess Challenge. … Continue reading

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Stress Recess Challenge Runs October 29 – December 7, 2012

Stress is inevitable –  we can’t ever live a truly “stress-free” life and in fact, some stress is good for us! It helps keeps us moving and motivated. However, most of us encounter stress that is harmful to our health on a … Continue reading

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Meet Our On-Campus Health Coach, Paige Shouse

My name is Paige Shouse and I am the Health Coach working with SMU’s wellness program, Wellpower. I’ve been in corporate wellness for almost 4 years now, but my passion and interest for health and wellness began in high school.  … Continue reading

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Methodist Mobile Mammography Unit On Campus November 13

The Methodist Mobile Mammography Unit will be on main campus near the flagpole on November 13, 2012. To qualify for a mammogram, you should be 40 or older, with no breast implants, and have no current breast problems. SMU Blue … Continue reading

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Join the Wellvolution! Wellpower Launches New Program August 27

Wellpower is on a mission to Wellvolutionize our campus by creating a culture of health and wellness at SMU! On August 27, 2012, Wellpower will launch the newly redesigned program focusing on exercise and fitness, nutrition, stress reduction, and healthy weight attaintment … Continue reading

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Join Wellpower at the Heart Walk on September 8

Imagine the impact if we reduce death and disability from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20% by 2020! Wellpower is joining the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk to promote physical activity to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. … Continue reading

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Mobile Mammography Unit Returns to Campus June 7

When: June 7, 2012 Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Where: East Campus All University Parking Lot (Just east of Expressway Tower) Pre-register by calling 214-645-2560 or Toll Free 1-866-277-0710 MAMMOGRAPHY COVERAGE FOR SMU STAFF/FACULTY As a benefit to employees … Continue reading

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