According to the Institute of Medicine, work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMD) cost $45-$54 billion annually in workers’ compensation, lost wages and lost productivity in the United States. Common work-related musculoskeletal disorders include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis and low-back injuries. A few simple workspace adjustments can reduce your chances of injury, says Amanda West, M.S., OTR/L, an […]

This month, we would like to challenge employees and students to try five minutes of mindfulness per day. While there are many ways to manage stress, mindfulness is a secular, evidence-based, and increasingly popular method.  Mindfulness-based programs can be found in most academic centers, universities, corporations and in almost all walks of life, including Congress.  […]

Shemikia, you are working full time and are in school, how do you stay on top of your workouts? It has been a challenge. However, I make sure I fit my workouts in by making myself daily reminders on my phone. I have used one of UAMS’ personal trainers, Angela Johnson, as one of my […]

By Yavonda Chase April 9, 2019 | In the month of February, UAMS had its first challenge for wellness. The Show Us Your Moves UAMS challenge used the hashtag #showusyourmovesuams on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The challenge encouraged employees and students to post a photo on social media tagging the Get Healthy UAMS page and using […]

Claudia, it’s National Nutrition month! How do you plan on celebrating? National Nutrition Month is a great time to celebrate nutritious foods.  There are several events happening around campus, including some whole grain tastings and a vegetarian recipe contest.  As a part of this focus on good nutrition, Registered Dietitian (RD) Day is March 13.  […]

About 60 percent of the human body is water, so it’s important to keep hydrated! You can live about three weeks without food but only three to four days without water. We often forget how important water is. What does water do for you? Helps maintain the fluid balance in your body. Aids digestion as […]

Why shop at farmers markets? Fresh, nutritious, locally grown fruits and vegetables are just a few reasons. See what this Nutrition.gov registered dietitian has to say to shoppers and farmers.

Bill, you are regularly active. Why do you exercise? Due to genetics and some not taking very good care of myself in the past, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in my early 40’s. Exercise combined with proper diet goes a long way to keeping your blood sugar and triglycerides low. You’ve attended a […]

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 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.