Last November, employees at all UA campuses who carry the system’s medical insurance were required to complete a Tobacco Pledge. Those who answered either that they did not use tobacco, or used tobacco but would enroll in a cessation program, avoided an additional tobacco surcharge.
THE PHIT ACT – An Incentive To Be Fit & Healthy
The PHIT Act is legislation pending in Congress which will allow Americans to use Pre-Tax Medical Accounts to pay for physical activity expenses. The PHIT Act will provide an incentive for adults and their children to get fit which will help prevent healthcare costs related to preventable chronic diseases.
Employee Spotlight – Amy Widner
Amy you have been a Yoga instructor for a while now, what drew you to Yoga and ultimately your decision to become certified? I discovered yoga the same way many people do – at home, alone, on a screen. I think my mom got the VHS from Fred’s in a two-for-one deal with a Richard […]
Wellness Benefits with UAMS
The goal of the wellness program is to improve the health of employees by encouraging them to build relationships with primary care physicians, utilize wellness and preventive exams, and reduce tobacco use.
UAMS Nurses Across Arkansas — Nurses Week 2018
At UAMS our nurses provide comfort, hope and healing from nearly every corner of the state. Not only during nurses week but all through the year – we recognize, acknowledge and appreciate our nursing staff for their expertise and commitment to our patients and families.
Aging Gracefully
What is your secret to #AgingGracefully? In this short video, a few of our remarkable patients share their secret to living a full and meaningful life. At the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging, our focus is not adding years to life; rather, it’s adding life to years. Join us as we celebrate 20 […]
Exercise is Good Medicine
I have been an avid exerciser for most of my life. I love how a swim or a session at the UAMS Fitness Center makes me feel. Sometimes while exercising I get a bonus: an unexpected “ah ha” moment that provides clarity or a potential solution to some challenge that has come my way. The […]
Kathy Flores- Staff Educator for Interventional Services
Seeking help from a personal trainer is a great tool for people who feel lost or intimidated when they come to a gym. Here at the UAMS Fitness Center, Kathy Flores has been working with trainer Cameron Alarcon to reach her goals. I asked them both some questions about their training sessions: Kathy: Since you […]
Prepaid Legal Services and ID Theft Protection Added to Benefit Options
The University of Arkansas System has added two new voluntary benefit programs starting this month. These are available to all benefit-eligible employees, meaning those who are eligible to participate in the University’s medical insurance plan. These benefits will not be payroll-deducted, but will be available on an individual pay basis at a large group discounted […]
SGT. Bradley Jones – UAMS police
Do you believe it is important for UAMS Police officers to be in good physical shape? Yes, I do, and for several reasons! One) You might not be aware of it, but there is a long-overlooked law which mandates fitness for all law enforcement officers. Officers must train to achieve high levels of fitness or […]