Health and Wellness Happenings — September 2025

Featuring monthly updates from Christine Flory and the Office of Health and Wellness.

Above: ��’s VWIL cadets got right to work on their Health and Wellness upon returning to campus, with some early-morning PT.

Wellness Happenings – September

Observations:

September Health Observances

Suicide Prevention Month

From the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), learn about the
From the Health Advocate blog, find out

National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October 15

From the Health Advocate blog, learn about ways to celebrate

Fruits & Veggies More Matters Month

From the Health Advocate blog, learn , ways you can , tips to in your diet, and the benefits of

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

From the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), get and to stay healthy
From the Health Advocate blog, learn how to help your kids get fit with these

National Recovery Month

From Health.gov,
From the Health Advocate blog, here’s during National Recovery Month and

National Cholesterol Education Month

From the CDC, learn more about cholesterol
From the National Institutes of Health,
From the Health Advocate blog, find out if you’re due for a

National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

From the CDC, to learn more about prostate cancer and get a that includes questions for you to ask your doctor.
From the Health Advocate blog, find out

For organizations: From ZERO: The End of Prostate Cancer, check out their that includes educational webinars, videos, and more.

September 18 is

From HIV.gov, learn more about

September 27 is

From Health.gov, learn about and get

September 29 is

From the World Heart Federation, get
From the Health Advocate blog, learn about

Upcoming Health Advocate Webinars:

September 18, 2025
Suicide Prevention – What to Know and How to Help

October 16, 2025
Domestic Violence Awareness
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On campus events �� Wellness Events:

September:

9/5/25 3-5:30 pm Tysons Hall ( PEG dorms)

Nourish to Flourish

Join Mary Baldwin alumni Sonali (Bagri) Birla, class of 1995. She is a Project Management professional in Pharma and has been trained as a Health Coach at Duke Integrative Medicine. She will guide you through:

Grounding in the Present Moment: Mind-Body Connection
Pranayama & Face Yoga: Movement & Breath
Mindful Eating by Season: Nourish with Nature’s Rhythms
Cooking Demo: Savory Gluten-Free Crepes
Wrap-Up & Takeaways: Integrating Wellness Daily

Registration required:

9/11 Affirmation Station- Partnering with CJ and Social Work Hunt 12- 1pm

9/17/25 MDCHS onsite 10 am – 12 pm Wellness Blend Smoothies and Stress Relief

9/24/25 3:30-4:30 pm Pearce Pop up -Wellness Blend Smoothies and Stress Relief

Menopause Matters Program: Free program for faculty and staff

Members from �� Wellness, OT, PA, Nursing, and PT have come together to create a comprehensive program that will inform, support, guide, and empower you as you navigate the menopause transition.

We’ve created two short surveys to help us tailor the Menopause Matters program to best meet your needs. Survey 1 focuses on your preferences for scheduling and location. At the end of that survey, you’ll find a link to Survey 2, which is anonymous and designed to gather insight into your unique experiences and understanding of the menopause transition. Your responses will be used solely to guide the development of the program’s structure and content. We deeply value your input and are committed to creating a supportive, relevant, and inclusive initiative.

Thank you for helping us shape a wellness program that truly matters!

Your Menopause Matters Health Partners

Christine Flory, Director of Wellness Initiatives

Liz Richardson, OT

Sarah McCadden, OT

Chesney Carroll, PA

Shelia Talbott, Nursing

Cassy Turner, PT

Timely Care Faculty Support:

Faculty/ Staff Wellness Portal Health Advocate:

Health Advocate replaced Web MD wellness portal in Jan 2024.

Quarter 3 deadline to earn and log incentives September, 30,2025

To earn the incentive you need to earn and log cumulative of 300 points in the wellness portal during Q1 ( Jan 1 – March 31, 2025) and Q2 (April – June 30,2025) and Q3 (July 1- September 30, 2025)

Question about the new portal can be emailed to Director of Wellness Initiatives Christine Flory at cmflory@marybaldwin.edu

Here’s how to create your account:

Fac/Staff please take a few minutes to watch this video as it provides a comprehensive overview of the new well being portal and how to log incentives through Health Advocate.

Anthem EAP Webinars:

To view a seminar on demand, go to anthemeap.com and enter your company code: �� You’ll find a link to these and other seminars on the homepage.

View the seminars on demand — anytime, anywhere. Submit a question and receive a response via email. Questions are logged in a FAQ section, so you can browse and learn from the questions of others.

9/16/2025 12:30-1:30 pm Intro to Neurodiversity

Join link:

Webinar number:

2632 267 6687

Webinar password:

JJmUDsnj357 (55683765 when dialing from a video system)

This class provides an open and authentic discussion about the diverse ways our brains function. Participants will define neurodiversity, distinguish it from neurotypicality, and explore the various types of neurodivergent minds. Understanding neurodiversity is crucial for everyone, and together we’ll delve into how we can come together to celebrate the unique contributions that neurodiversity brings to our workplaces, homes, communities, and lives. Join us to foster a deeper appreciation for the richness of diverse perspectives and experiences!

10/7/25 Overcoming Burnout 12:30-1:30 pm

Join link:

Webinar number:

2632 857 0381

Webinar password:

JRfKQesw734 (57357379 when dialing from a video system)

EAP Recordings:

February recording: Health and Wellness in the Black Community
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March recording: Eating Right on the Run and on a Budget

April recording: Mindfulness Meditation

May recording: Menopause

June recording: Men’s Health

July recording:The Gut-Brain Connections

August recording: Emotional Intelligence

Don’t forget you have access to EAP and Talk Space:

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