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1st Quarter 2013

It’s Time to Get Fit

It’s a new year - a time for healthy resolutions and goal setting. Whether your goal is to lose weight or manage your stress better, increasing your physical activity can help. Read more

What About When You Quit?
The American Lung Association supports November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in both men and women in the United States. In fact, more people die from lung cancer than colon, breast and prostate cancer combined. Read More
Pink is in the Air
When I think of autumn, warm colors such as red, orange and yellow come to mind. So why is the color pink everywhere this month? October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign sponsored by major organizations to raise awareness of this disease. This includes educating the public about the cause, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and support for survivors. Read more

The Good, the Bad and the Better
September is National Cholesterol Education Month. This is a good time for you to get your blood cholesterol checked, learn about lipid profiles, and determine ways to help you improve your numbers. Read more
Making the Shots
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Although not sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the CDC acknowledges the importance of this observance as it spotlights the need for improving national vaccination coverage. Read more
The Skinny on Childhood Obesity
"Clean your plate!" Does this sound familiar? Perhaps it does if you were encouraged by your parents or caregivers to eat all the food from your plate or if you have carried on this family tradition with your children or grandchildren. Unfortunately too much food, and not enough of the right food, is being loaded on kids' plates. In turn, this is a significant contributor to childhood obesity – the number one health concern among parents in the United States. Read more

Get to a Healthier State
June is Men’s Health Month. While this month’s message is targeted at men - women can also create awareness and educate the male members of their families and communities on the importance of maintaining good health all year long. Read more
Rx for Relaxation
Let's face it. You will likely be challenged with some level of stress each day. Stress is a part of our everyday life and a well-maintained body is designed to deal with it. Rather than trying to eliminate stress, it is important to learn how to better manage stress. Read more
Who's the Boss?
By United States Presidential proclamation, April is National Cancer Control Month. Through building awareness at a national level and taking control, we are experiencing progress in our fight against cancer! According to the National Cancer Institute, death rates for the four most common cancers (prostate, breast, lung, and colorectal) continue to decline. Read more

Is Your Plate in Shape?
March is National Nutrition Month® and organizations, such as the American Dietetic Association, are excited about helping you get your plate in shape throughout the year! Making informed choices and developing sound eating habits are important steps to helping you get started. Read more
Healthy Habits = Healthy Hearts
At the turn of the New Year, many people focus their attention on food and fitness (and of course, college and professional football)! According to many health experts, eating better and exercising more are two of the “top 10” New Year’s resolutions. If maintained, both can lead to long-term, positive health benefits. Read more
Food, Fitness and Football
At the turn of the New Year, many people focus their attention on food and fitness (and of course, college and professional football)! According to many health experts, eating better and exercising more are two of the “top 10” New Year’s resolutions. If maintained, both can lead to long-term, positive health benefits. read more

Aon Hewitt Navigators Appointments Scheduled for October 17 - 21
Aon Hewitt Navigators’ scheduling system overbooked appointments for our Medicare-eligible retirees this week. Thank you to all who have notified State Farm of the issue. Aon Hewitt Navigators has been placing calls to our retirees to get these appointments rescheduled. We are very sorry this error occurred and are doing everything we can to work with Navigators to get you a new day/time to speak with a benefits advisor. Read more