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Health+Well-Being

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MYSTRENGTH SERIES
Understanding and managing depression
Published Oct 16, 2020
Know the symptoms—and when it's time to do something about them
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OCT. 22
Wellness webinar: I Want to Start Working Out, Where Do I Start?
Published Oct 15, 2020
Setting a plan and establishing goals can set you on your fitness journey
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OCTOBER 2020
Resources for employees and family members dealing with depression
Published Oct 1, 2020
Johns Hopkins' mySupport program offers Depression Awareness Month webinars, online screening, and more
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Health+Wellness
Here's how to get your free flu shot
Published Sept 24, 2020
Anyone spending time on a Johns Hopkins campus will be required to have a flu vaccination or approved exemption
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FOCUS ON WELLNESS
Need to control your cholesterol? Try these lifestyle changes
Published Sept 11, 2020
Following these six key steps will have you on your way to managing your health
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MYSTRENGTH SERIES
Chronic pain and mental health
Published Sept 11, 2020
Discover how setting attainable goals can help you manage your pain and improve your well-being
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SAVE NOW
Ready for a fresh start this fall? Hit reset on your weight loss
Published Sept 11, 2020
JHU employees get a 50% discount on WW membership—plus a free starter kit
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HERE TO HELP
Learn more about suicide and how to prevent it
Published Aug 31, 2020
Resources are available to JHU employees 24/7, 365 days a year
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SAVE THE DATES
Looking ahead to annual benefits enrollment
Published Aug 12, 2020
The Benefits & Worklife Fair goes virtual as a lead-up to the sign-up period, which opens on Oct. 14
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COVID-19
Your JHU health plan covers video visits with a doctor
Published Aug 12, 2020
In addition to addressing symptoms of illness, virtual visits can be used for therapy/psychiatry, diet/nutrition, or breastfeeding support