Human Resources - Health and Wellness

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Health and Wellness Committee

Purpose:  The committee plans, develops, promotes, and coordinates campus-wide activities and programs that promote good health and wellness for our college community.  This includes:

  • Communicates information on known health risks and the value of healthy activities
  • Promotes participation in both individual and group activities and programs
  • Advocates for college policies and environments that support improved health
  • Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates programs and activities offered
  • Serves as the leader/champion for health and wellness for our college community

Success Stories

Last August I decided that I needed to redirect my lifestyle to a healthier one. So, my sister (who lives next door) and I began power walking 3 miles each weekday morning. This meant getting out each morning at 6:15 and walking for 50 minutes. In the beginning I worried that when the weather turns colder and the mornings are dark we might not be able to continue, but even when the temperature dips down into the twenties and it is dark, we bundle up and head out with our flashlights! I also became conscious of my diet. I have never dieted and did not want to start something that I could not maintain, so I began using portion-control. That means being conscious of eating until my stomach is satisfied – not my taste buds. I don’t deny myself any foods – just the amount. I also work with an exercise ball doing weight-bearing exercises 5 times a week for about 15 minutes. My dedication has paid off as I have lost 40 pounds, and have even been able to stop taking blood pressure medication.

Debbie Williams
Director of IT Administrative Systems

Events

"Yoga"

June 9, 2008 - 4:00 p.m. Room G237
Rebecca Harris will present a wellness session on "Yoga". Please join us in this fun event.

Web Resources

Health

www.EatSmartMoveMoreNC.com - Individuals and families can find fun, interactive tools for Eating Smart and Moving More.

www.statehealthplan.state.nc.us - Learn about initiatives the State Health Plan sponsors including North Carolina Health Smart.

www.4collegewomen.org - The staff of 4CollegeWomen is a dynamic multi-talented group of individuals dedicated to women's health education.

www.prevention.com - Looking for health, fitness, beauty and weight loss information you can trust?  Prevention.com offers the best, most current advice from top health, fitness, psychology, and beauty experts.

www.kidshealth.org - KidsHealth is the largest and most-visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence. Created by The Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media, the award-winning KidsHealth provides families with accurate, up-to-date, and jargon-free health information they can use.  KidsHealth has separate areas for kids, teens, and parents — each with its own design, age-appropriate content, and tone.

www.aarp.org – AARP is a nonprofit membership organization of persons 50 and older dedicated to addressing their needs and interests.

www.intelihealth.com - Aetna Intelihealth provides credible health information from the most trusted sources, including Harvard Medical School.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/publications/ - This site is composed of helpful health and medical Internet resources selected by Mayo Clinic medical librarians.

Eat Smart

www.eatright.org - The American Dietetic Association is the nation's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.  The Association serves the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health, and well-being.

www.5aday.gov - The 5 A Day for Better Health Program is a national initiative to increase consumption of fruits and vegetables by all Americans to 5 to 9 servings a day.

www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines - The dietary guidelines for Americans is a joint effort of the .S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  The publication provides science-based advice to promote health and to reduce the risk of chronic diseases through diet and physical activity.

www.ific.org - The International Food Information Council (IFC) provides science-based information on food safety and nutrition.

www.ncpreventionpartners.org - The North Carolina Prevention Partners website provides a useful, county-specific listing of nutrition resources along with major state and national health organizations.

http://www.ars.usda.gov/ba/bhnrc/ndl - The Nutrient Data Laboratory of the U.S. Department of Agriculture provides answers to several frequently asked questions about nutrients, information about food composition and nutrition topics, tables used for measurement and conversion, and several other useful resources.

www.nutrition.gov - This website provides easy access to the best food and nutrition information from across the federal government.

Manage Stress

http://www.mindtools.com/smpage.html - This is a very informative website that deals with job stress.

http://stress.about.com/od/tensiontamers/p/profileyoga.htm - This website shows you how stress can be relieved through yoga.

www.optimalhealthconcepts.com - Stress management and emotional wellness links.

http://www.stress.org - This website is sponsored by the American Institute of Stress, a non- profit organization created as an informational clearinghouse on stress.

http://www.pioneerthinking.com/newstress1.html - Understanding and dealing with everyday stress.

http://www.teachhealth.com/#recogstress -  Find out the basis of stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and drug use.  This site is especially great for teens.

http://www.medicinenet.com/stress_management_techniques/
article.htm - An online stress management technique center.

Quit Now

www.QuitlineNC.com – Quitline NC provides free, confidential, one-on-one support that will give you the help you need to go tobacco-free for good.  Our Quit Coaches are friendly, professionally trained, and available at 1-800-Quit-Now (1-800-784-8669), 8:00 a.m. to midnight, 7 days a week.

http://www.quit4good.com/quit_smoking_products.html  - A free quit smoking website that offers great information, a support group, and other websites to help you kick the habit for good.

http://www.medic8.com/healthguide/articles/stopping
smoking.html - Great information on how to give up smoking and what to expect.

http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/how2quit.htm - The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health promotion on useful tips to quit smoking.

http://unr.edu/homepage/shubinsk/smoke.html  - A very informative website on smoking facts, how to quit, and other interesting topics created by Robert Shubinski, MD or Dr. Bob. 

http://www.freeclear.com/company/vision_mission.aspx?
nav_section=3 - Website for corporations to help employees stop smoking.

http://familydoctor.org/161.xml - Find out why you smoke, why you need to quit, and how to do it.

http://www.stopsmokinghelper.com - 7 steps to help you stop the habit cold turkey! (You will need to scroll down below the ads for information.)

Quit Now Continued

Quit Now (continued)

http://www.philipmorrisusa.com/en/quitassist/index.asp?
source=quitting_smoking_link - This website is ironically sponsored by Philip Morris, USA, but offers great information, links, and assistance to stop smoking.

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X
_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp - A guide to quit smoking sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=22937 - The American Lung Association’s guide to tobacco control.

Move More

www.beactivenc.org - Be Active North Carolina, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of all North Carolinians.  Their mission is to increase the physical activity levels and healthy lifestyles of all North Carolinians through people, programs and policies.

www.fitness.gov - This is the health, physical fitness and sports website of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.  This site is great for resources and links to other health, physical fitness, and sports websites. 

www.myfit.ca - One of the leading online fitness information websites on the Internet.  This site has a huge database of exercises, multiple forums to ask questions, and useful articles.

http://www.fitstep.com/Library/Begin/exercises.htm - This website features beginning exercises that you can do from home with little or no equipment.

http://weboflife.nasa.gov/exerciseandaging/chapter4.html - With aging, exercise becomes more difficult.  This websites shows you the correct way to exercise and not injure your body.

http://www.ucop.edu/humres/eap/exercizes.html - Deskersize!  Exercises you can do while sitting at your desk to relieve tension, increase flexibility and get your circulation going!

http://onhealth.webmd.com/exercise_trends/article.htm - Articles on up-and-coming exercises.

http://www.mydailyyoga.com/yogaindex.html - Simple yoga exercises anyone can do.  Try these at your desk to help you feel better.

http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/
library/activity/active.htm - Tips on how to get active and stay active.

http://www.popularfitness.com   - This site offers an online fitness program, exercise program, articles, tips, and exercise instruction.

http://www.mamashealth.com/exercise/guide.asp - This site features a great beginner’s guide for getting started on an exercise program.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/exerciseand
physicalfitness.html - This URL will direct you to the exercise section of Medlineplus a goldmine of good health information from the world’s largest medical library.

http://familydoctor.org/015.xml - Great information and issues on how to begin an exercise program.

Mental Health

www.nmha.org - Mental Health America.  Information on common disorders, frequently asked questions, and information on finding help.

http://healthplace.com - Information on consumer mental health.

www.amhca.org - American Mental Health Counselors Association.  Information on finding a counselor.

www.aacap.org - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.  Leading national professional medical association dedicated to treating and improving the quality of life for children, adolescents, and families affected by mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders.

www.aagpgpa.org - American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry.  Dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving the care of those with late-life mental disorders.

www.aapc.org - American Association of Pastoral Counselors.  Represents and sets professional standards for pastoral counselors.

www.psych.org - American Psychiatric Association.  Information on depression and referrals available.

www.DBSAlliance.org - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.  Information and referrals to local support groups.

www.freedomfromfear.com - Clearinghouse for information on anxiety disorders and depression.

www.nami.org - National Alliance on Mental Illness.  Family support and self-help groups information.

www.ffcmh.org - Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health.  Dedicated exclusively to helping children with mental health needs and their families achieve a better quality of life.

www.naswdc.org - National Association of Social Workers.  Information and referrals available.

www.nimh.nih.gov - National Institute of Mental Health.  Information on common disorders in English and Spanish available.

www.mha-nc.org - Mental Health Association in North Carolina, Inc.  Information and referrals available.

www.gacpd.com -  Disability Rights North Carolina.  Provides information on mental health protection and advocacy information.

www.ncmhcosupport.org - North Carolina Mental Health Consumer’s Organization, Inc.  Provides information on statewide consumers advocacy, information on services available at the state level, and local referrals.

www.dhhs.state.nc.us/mhddsas - North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services.  Provides information on state facilities and local providers.

www.samhsa.gov - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.  Federal agency dedicated to improving quality and availability of services.

 

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