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Health+Well-Being

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HEALTHY YOU
Focus on wellness: Men's Health Month
Published June 14, 2018
Six easy-to-follow steps every man should know
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PERKS
Weight Watchers celebrates Men's Health Month
Published June 14, 2018
Benefits-eligible employees receive 50 percent off programs supporting healthy eating
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Parental leave
Making it easier to bring home baby
Published June 14, 2018
New dads share how they made the most of Hopkins' new parental leave policy
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HEALTH + WELLNESS
5 ways exercise is even better for you than you thought
Published May 30, 2018
Scientists are learning how bicep curls, jogging, and other workouts can treat conditions as varied as glaucoma, diabetes, and depression
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HEADS UP
Bike to Work date changed
Published May 15, 2018
Weather forecast causes city to move event from this Friday to June 1
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HEALTH + WELLNESS
Why exercise isn't enough to keep your heart healthy
Published May 10, 2018
Even working out regularly can't make up for a lack of activity during the day
Illustration of four hands holding signs designating various blood types
LIFESAVING
Homewood blood drives announced
Published May 9, 2018
The need for blood is constant, and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable supply
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WELLNESS
Do you know your blood pressure numbers?
Published May 9, 2018
You should. The 'silent killer' contributes to 1,100 deaths each day
JHMI Alumni Pool
PERKS
It's almost summer
Published May 1, 2018
JHMI Alumni Pool opens Memorial Day, and you can save money by buying your passes now
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HEALTH + WELLNESS
Here's how to dispose of unused prescription drugs
Published April 12, 2018
Special drop-off locations near you will be open on April 28, which is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day