The road to a HEALTHY YOU begins with one step...or thousands, for those who take part in Walk Across Campus, back by popular demand in spring semester. This year’s HEALTHY YOU programs are designed to help you get and stay active, and are offered in partnership with Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and The Boston Consortium for Higher Education’s HEALTHY YOU program.
Walk Across Campus 2013
April 1–May 31, 2013
Kickoff walk: April 1, 12:00 p.m. outside 129 Lake St.
Closing ceremonies and field day: June 7, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Brighton Campus Field
This semester’s Walk Across Campus is a two-month HEALTHY YOU team walking competition. New participants will receive a free, state-of-the-art Fitbit pedometer! Those who participated in the 2012 Walk are strongly encouraged to participate in this spring’s walk as well (and use the Fitbits issued for the fall Walk). Registration begins February 1, 2013. Watch for communications in early 2013 with more details, as registration will be limited.
Know Your Numbers: Free Biometric Screenings
Thursday, April 11
7:00–10:00 a.m., 2101 Commonwealth Avenue
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Barat House
Your cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index measures are key indicators of your risk for major illness. Harvard Pilgrim clinical staff will provide a free screening of these numbers for employees. You can use your numbers to take the voluntary, confidential online Health Questionnaire; computers for the HQ and a Health Coach will be available on-site. No appointment required.
Raffle prizes available
American Cancer Society: Cancer Prevention Study Enrollment Appointments
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Newton Room, Corcoran Commons
Representatives from the American Cancer Society will conduct enrollment appointments for Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3), a longitudinal study currently recruiting participants. CPS-3 will be one of the largest and most important studies of cancer causes and prevention worldwide. Participation is both optional and totally confidential; this is a chance to give back and actively join in the fight against cancer. Register today at cancer.org/cps3NE or call toll free 1-888-604-5888.
Raffle prizes available
HEALTHY YOU 2012–13 Downloads
