The Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) acknowledges that current global, national and local challenges, as well as the recent national election results, have left many feeling a mix of emotions ranging from relief to uncertainty and even fear. While some may feel relieved or even celebratory, others may find these times particularly difficult. … Continued
For NOVA’s Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW), your financial wellness is a priority. Education costs are a major financial factor, and saving for future education expenses for a child, grandchild or even yourself can seem overwhelming. Virginia529 is offering a webinar on how a Virginia529 account can help you save for tuition and … Continued
Gobble, Gobble, Gobble, NOVA! Move-vember is here! We invite you to keep the momentum going with these November challenges: Three Featured Challenges. Get ready for CommonHealth’s Turkey Trot Challenge! Join our state wellness partner, CommonHealth, for a daily 20-minute movement challenge—whether it’s walking, seated exercises or even a dance break. Register here and receive your activity … Continued
For NOVA’s Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW), your financial wellness is a priority. Education costs are a major financial factor, and saving for future education expenses for a child, grandchild or even yourself can seem overwhelming. Virginia529 is offering a webinar on how a Virginia529 account can help you save for tuition and … Continued
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to focus on preventing and managing this chronic condition. Did you know that regular physical activity is a powerful tool in your diabetes management arsenal? This week’s article explores how exercise can help prevent diabetes and benefit individuals with diabetes. Strategies will be provided to overcome common barriers … Continued
Get ready for CommonHealth’s Turkey Trot Challenge! As the seasons change and many of us find ourselves spending more time indoors, it’s important that we continue to take time to keep moving. Staying active plays a major role in our overall health and wellbeing. That’s why CommonHealth, our state wellness partner, is excited to invite … Continued
An estimated 37.3 million Americans have diabetes. Approximately 90-95% of that number are people living with type 2 diabetes, a disease that can be prevented or delayed with a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, an estimated 96 million American adults have prediabetes. That’s more than 1 in 3 adults, and of these, over 80% don’t even know … Continued
The Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the Kaiser Permanente Mobile Health Van visit. The Kaiser Mobile Health Van visited both the Annandale and Alexandria Campuses on Monday, October 28, and served an impressive 85 NOVA community members across both locations. Your attendance, participation and … Continued
Get ready for CommonHealth’s Turkey Trot Challenge! As the seasons change and many of us find ourselves spending more time indoors, it’s important that we continue to take time to keep moving. Staying active plays a major role in our overall health and wellbeing. That’s why CommonHealth, our state wellness partner, is excited to invite … Continued
How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled Wellness Consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued
