Health Services is introducing a new tool that will make it easier for employees and affiliates to communicate securely with the medical professionals at the Lab. It replaces a mostly paper-based system of occupational health information. An electronic Occupational Health Record system at clinic.lbl.gov is available to all employees and affiliates. The portal provides communications […]
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April is Stress Awareness and Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness and Alcohol Awareness Month. Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress is your body’s response to anything that requires attention or action. According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), excessive drinking on a single occasion (known as […]
February is American Heart Month!
Let’s focus on our hearts and health. Include healthy habits in your daily routines to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. Your heart is a muscle, the more exercise, and activity you do, the stronger and healthier it becomes. See the links below for some tips and facts about heart health, cardio fitness […]
January 2021 Fitness
Start your year off on a healthy note. Kaiser Permanente provides monthly tips for staying healthy and well. January’s topic is fitness. It’s good to find activities you enjoy and keep you moving whether you are walking, dancing, biking, or playing sports. Click here for Kaiser’s fitness flyer tips and more on fitness and exercise […]
Winter Wellness Challenge
Let’s find a little inspiration, get moving with some fun activities, and reign in those high-calorie foods, Holiday meals, and desserts with some healthy and delicious options. Join us (EHS) from November 9th to December 18th for weekly emails loaded with ways to keep those pounds off, find something that moves you, try a new […]
Parenting Webinar
Parenting in the New Age: “Good Enough”- From Toddlers to Teens This new way of life requires us to switch hats multiple times throughout the day – changing roles from employee to partner to parent to teacher and IT specialist – day in, day out – and for many of us, all within the confines […]
Senate Bill 1159: New Reporting Requirements
A new state law, Senate Bill 1159, requires that the Lab reports to the state all cases of employees who have been on-site and tested positive for COVID-19. The Lab is not required to report any cases of a teleworker who tests positive for COVID-19 who has not come on-site, however, the Lab strongly urges […]
Wellness Webinar
**Update 10/16/2020** Link to Recording – Access Passcode: Bthh=@1? Link to Presentation Join us for the live wellness webinar presentation (approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour) provided by Alison King, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Health Net. On October 14th at 1:00 PM Alison discusses stress and stress management. Stress is a fact of life. […]
Health Net Talk by Alison King, LCSW
Many of us are dealing with work and life challenges and changes presented with us today. Learn more about how to best take on these challenges. Alison King, a licensed clinical social worker (LCWS) with HealthNet will be conducting live health wellness webinars for the LBNL community this season including topics from stress management, parenting, […]
Wellness September 2020
Health Net’s Wellness Team has created ten pre-recorded wellness tips for the Rise to the Challenge: Health & Wellness at Home series. The wellness tips range from 3 to 11 minutes in length. Individuals can click on the links below to listen and view the tips. The topics are listed below with the recording link […]
COVID-19 Emergency Leave Donation Program
Given that some Lab colleagues may have nearly exhausted otherwise available options for paid time away from work, Berkeley Lab has established a temporary Emergency Leave Donation Program to let employees assist fellow colleagues needing additional leave for absences related to COVID-19 circumstances. Employees are able to donate accrued vacation hours to a leave-sharing bank […]
UC Virtual Walks 2020
UC Walks is an annual System-wide Well Being Initiative that is coordinated by the wellness program at each campus and health system. UC Walks promotes wellness and an active lifestyle by encouraging faculty, staff, and retirees to complete 30 minutes of activity (walking, running, hiking, stair work, dancing, biking, etc.). The annual event took place […]
Allergies
According to allergy experts, 1 in 5 people in the US suffer from allergies. If you suffer from allergies, learn about management and prevention techniques to get some relief. Sutter Health offers informational resources on this topic and more. Become informed by the experts at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. If you […]
American Heart Month – February 2020
February is American Heart Month. Learn about “Keeping Your Heart Healthy.” Take a Wellness Webinar provided by Health Net on February 19th from 12- 12:45 pm (PST). You do not have to be a Health Net Member to join, the webinar is offered to all LBNL employees. Registration is required you can register here. Wellness […]
Video: Coronavirus Myth vs. Science
Seminar Replay – Coronavirus: Myth vs. Science Watch the replay of Lab Medical Director Timur Durrani’s recent brown bag session on coronaviruses and what you can do to keep yourself, your family, and your colleagues healthy. Hear what to do when you are traveling, when you should stay home, and what the Lab is doing […]
Latest Information On the Coronavirus
Information on the Coronavirus (2019-nCov) can be found here.
Coronavirus Spreading From Asia
Stay Well Tips: New Coronavirus Spreading From Asia The coronavirus that started in Asia has reached the United States and can spread rapidly since it is now known that the virus can spread from person to person. The virus started in Wuhan, China and has now appeared in several other countries. Passengers on flights coming […]
Know your numbers!
Health Services is offering a Wellness program called “Know Your Numbers”. With a simple finger stick, you will receive information on your cholesterol and blood sugar. Blood pressure, height/weight and BMI will also be measured to give you a personal health snapshot. For best results, fasting is recommended, and the total process takes about 15 […]
June is Men’s Health Month
Take steps to lead a healthy lifestyle and improve your overall health or encourage men that you know. Even small changes can make a big difference. Here are some tips for staying healthy: Get active – Join in on UC walks June, 14th at 11:30 AM at the Café. Eat a healthy diet and maintain […]
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