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Seminars and Presentations
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Seminars and PresentationsWe offer a variety of health awareness seminars that cover a wide selection of health topics. These 45- to 60-minute presentations are upbeat and informative and are delivered by a qualified Health Educator. Often scheduled during lunch breaks, these interactive seminars use visual aids, handouts, and giveaways to address health topics that are relevant to your employees. There is a minimum participation requirement of 15 employees per session. Topics
Disease ManagementBe Allergy AlertDo you suffer from allergies? If so, you are not alone. Some 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year. Attend this seminar and you will learn how to “trigger-proof” your home from potential allergens, which can help reduce the number and severity of allergy attacks. Destination Heart HealthDo you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack? Did you know that the symptoms of a heart attack are different for women and men? Are you aware of what steps you can take to help reduce your risk? This seminar provides you with information that could help prevent the development and complications associated with heart disease. The program topics include knowing your risk factors, learning healthy behaviors that may help maintain a healthy heart, and important signs that could identify the onset of a heart attack. You will also learn how healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels play a very important role in keeping your heart healthy and strong. Diabetes AwarenessMore than one third of those with diabetes don’t know they have it. “Diabetes Awareness” addresses the two types of diabetes — type I and type II — and helps you to identify potential risk factors and learn the screening and diagnostic methods available. Health Care ConsumerismPrepared for Health CareDo you sometimes leave your physician’s office not understanding your condition or the prescribed treatment? Do you feel awkward asking questions because you are unsure of the words to use, or you sense there isn’t enough time? Prepared for Health Care is a guide to communicating with your physician and making educated decisions about your health care. The Prepared checklist covers questions to ask your doctor and questions to ask yourself to better understand your own situation. Lifestyle ChangeFitness Made EasyIn this 60-minute, fully interactive “Fitness Made Easy” exercise demo, you and your co-workers will learn some great exercises and stretches to tone up, increase your stamina, and reduce muscle stiffness. Every exercise can be done at home, work, outside, or in the gym. We will use dumbbells, tubes, gym balls and much more for a total body workout session. We will also show you some great exercises to tighten and strengthen the abdomen (the belly area). Fitness does not have to be difficult. Just come and see. Note: All participants must sign a waiver in order to participate in all exercise demonstrations. Getting FitLong work days, hectic evenings, and busy weekends — how can you possibly fit in an hour of exercise? Find out how in this seminar and learn how aerobic activity, weight resistance training, and stretching can also help you to decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease and other chronic illnesses. Healthy LifestylesSMOur Healthy Lifestyles programs encourage you to adopt healthy behaviors by offering incentives and discounts for making health-conscious choices. This seminar reviews the current Healthy Lifestyles programs available to Independence Blue Cross managed care members and takes a closer look at four specific topics — Health Management, Family Health, Alternative Health, and Women’s Health. Whether it’s helping you stay healthy or being there when you need care, IBC is there for you every step of the way. Know Your FitnessStarting and incorporating a fitness program into your life can be challenging for many reasons. You first have to determine what you want and need to do, learn how to do it, determine when the best time is, and decide where to do it. Though there is some great information presented on television, in books, on the radio, and in numerous publications, the sheer amount of information can be overwhelming and confusing. Here is a great solution. In a 60-minute, fully interactive discussion, a Fit Essentials Fitness Professional will discuss the following topics:
Bring your questions, and get the answers you need to successfully incorporate fitness into your life today! Thinking About Quitting Smoking?Are you considering kicking the habit but don’t quite know how to go about it? Have you attempted to quit in the past but haven’t found the technique that will help you quit for good? In this seminar, you will learn about nicotine addition and withdrawal, identify smoking triggers, determine your level of readiness to quit, and be given tips on how to stay smoke-free once you have quit. Don’t delay — quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do for your health! Watching Your WaistlineWeight loss can feel like an uphill battle for many who continuously ride the rollercoaster of weight loss and weight gain. This program is designed to help you begin learning how to manage your weight in a healthy way that will lead to long-term results. The program will cover valuable topics including why diets don’t work, the effects of crash diets on body composition, and today’s distorted portion sizes. You will gain realistic expectations of achievable weight loss, discover the benefits of a food diary, and learn that simple behavior modification techniques can help you reach and successfully maintain your weight loss goals. NutritionEating on the RunDo you feel challenged to eat healthily while being constantly on the go? This seminar will teach you how you can eat nutritious and wholesome meals even with the busiest of schedules. Confused about food labels? You will learn what to look for on food labels and what the “Nutrition Facts” are all about. The program will also discuss how you can still eat healthily from a drive-thru menu, tips on restaurant dining, and what snacks to keep on hand when you need a quick fix. PreventionBreast Health AwarenessBreast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. One in eight women will develop breast cancer at some time during her life. We all have eight women that we care about — you, your mother, your sister, your best friend, your aunt, your niece, your grandmother, a friend. This program provides an open environment for participants to ask questions and dispel any possible myths regarding breast cancer. This seminar will also encourage women to adopt preventive habits in detecting breast cancer: clinical breast exam, self-exam, and mammography. Women are encouraged to discuss breast self-exam (BSE) with their health care providers. Both men and women are encouraged to attend! Cancer: What You Need to KnowCancer is one of the leading causes of death in the United States today. Chances are you or someone you know has been affected by the disease. The good news is there are many things we can do now to help reduce our risk of cancer. This program will cover the five most common types of cancer among men and women: skin, lung, colorectal, prostate, and breast cancers. You will be taught the signs and symptoms, how to reduce modifiable risk factors, and the necessary screenings for you and your family for cancer prevention. Getting to the Bottom of Bone HealthBy the time you reach age 30, your bones have become as strong as they are going to get. After that time, it is important that you do what you can to keep your bones strong and healthy for the remainder your life. In this seminar, the instructor will discuss ways to prevent osteoporosis, signs and symptoms of the disease, and preventive measures that you can take to reduce your risks. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what you can do today to prevent osteoporosis tomorrow. What’s on Your Plate? Eating for Better HealthDo you ever wonder if your diet includes all the necessary components for proper nutrition and health? In this seminar, you will get the facts about the basic building blocks of good nutrition and guidelines for a healthy lifestyle. You will learn about the recent changes to the food guide pyramid, the six major nutrients, and where to find richer sources of fiber. In addition, you will discover the encouraging news about phytochemicals and why a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can become a disease-fighting arsenal for good health. Self-CareRise and Shine: The Essentials of Successful SleepSleep is a basic necessity of life. When we sleep well, we wake up feeling refreshed, alert, and ready to face the day. When we don’t, every part of our lives can suffer. Over one third of adults report experiencing occasional or chronic sleep difficulties. In this program, you will learn about the sleep cycle, discuss the most common sleep disorders, discover what could be depriving you of your zzzz’s, and develop self-care skills for improving the quality of your sleep. Stress ManagementLearning to RelaxOverwhelmed? Between work, family, and social engagements, we have plenty of things to wind us up, but how and when do we get to wind down? Learn about the types and symptoms of stress as well as techniques to keep your cool. Also find out how just 15 to 30 minutes a day of relaxation can refresh and rejuvenate you! Separately or in combination, relaxation exercises can help you to start, continue, or end your day on a positive note. Participants are encouraged to participate in a 15 – 20 minute relaxation exercise. Stress AwarenessFeeling annoyed and impatient? Can’t stand waiting in line? If the little things get to you, learn how to develop a stress-hardy personality for coping with life’s ups and downs. Take a stress hardiness quiz to see how stress hardy you are. Concepts introduced in this program include the importance of optimal lifestyle, developing a positive attitude, and taking structured action. Contact InformationPlease call 610-225-9265 for additional details on these programs. You may also send an email request for more information. |