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| The Anderson
Fitness Center will be open for tours during the 2007 Family Health Fair
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| Posted 01.22.07 |
Family Health Fair Set for Employees, Families
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Yoga, skin analysis, blood pressure screenings
and massages are all part of the 2007 Family Health Fair for Wesleyan’s
faculty, staff and their families.
The free event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 3 in the Freeman
Athletic Center. It is sponsored by the Employee Benefits Office.
“All of us could use a little inspiration now and then when it comes to
staying healthy and fit,” explains Pat Melley, director of Employee
Benefits. “The Wesleyan Health Fair provides the opportunity for all of us
to start or continue building healthy lives. It will be fun and informative
for people of all ages to learn about fitness and well-being.”
Events of note include balance and rowing demonstrations; glucose, body-mass
index, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings; a “How to Get Reliable
Medical Information on the Web” presentation; and information on children’s
health, skin analysis, nutrition, fire safety and more.
In addition, the Anderson Fitness Center will be open and tours will be
offered. Demonstrations will be presented on how to use the athletic
facility’s equipment. Attendees may go to open swimming, ice skating or
squash.
The first 100 employees will receive a free T-shirt. Participants can also
enter their name in a raffle. Prizes include a $60 gift certificate at Yoga
at Middletown; bike helmets and tune ups from Pedal Power; a $40 gift
certificate for Broad Street Books; a $25 gift certificate for It's Only
Natural Market; a golf basket from The Hartford Insurance Company; and a $50
cash certificate from WesCard.
Lisa Currie, director of the Health Education Program, says the health fair
will highlight the various ways that the university and community
organizations can support employees in being healthier individuals and
families. This ultimately contributes to a healthier university, she says.
“There is great truth in the old adage, ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a
pound of cure’” Currie says. “Research has shown that employees who
participate in prevention-oriented wellness programs in the workplace are
more productive and enjoy their jobs more. Given how much of our lives we
spend at work, it makes sense to make the most of it, especially given the
great facilities and programs Wesleyan offers. “
Face painting will be offered for children. Parking is available in Q Lot
behind the Freeman Athletic Center. Participants are encouraged to enter
through the back lobby.
Some sessions will have limited space and will be filled on a first-come,
first served basis. Some vendors will have items for sale.
For more information, e-mail
benefits@wesleyan.edu or call 860-685-4889.
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By Olivia Bartlett, The Wesleyan Connection
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