National Work and Family Month
In 2003, the U.S. Senate recognized October as National Work and Family Month. In 2010, former President, Barack Obama gave an official presidential statement in… more »
Welcome to HealthyLifestyles eMagazine
We are pleased to offer a resource to active employees, retirees, and students on living a healthier lifestyle.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month was established nationwide in October 1987. Over the last 3 decades progress has been made to support and help domestic violence… more »
National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month
This observance was created to bring awareness about depression and the need for accessible and affordable mental health screenings. Approximately 300 million people worldwide experience… more »
Dental Hygiene Month
October is Dental Hygiene Month. Oral health affects us in many ways. It can affect our ability to eat, speak, smile, and show emotions. Oral… more »
Vegetarian Awareness Month
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! A vegetarian is someone who eats a plant-based diet without meat, fish, or poultry. A person may choose to follow… more »
October Superfood of the Month: Pumpkin
Pumpkin is October’s superfood of the month!
Pumpkins are high in vitamin A and a good source of vitamin K. They are naturally low in… more »
October Recipe: Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Yield: 1 serving | Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
½ cup oats, dry
½ cup canned pumpkin
3 tablespoons of orange juice
½ teaspoon pumpkin… more »
Did you Know?
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the disease, and educate everyone about the importance of breast cancer… more »
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Movie/Book of the Month
Join EDWS as we host an open discussion of our October Book Club selection, “Work-Life Harmony”, a book by Grant Botma. Readers and non-readers welcome!… more »
GSU Book Club: "Work-Life Harmony"
