Wellness This Week
January 25, 2021
MUSC Worksite Screenings
Participate in On-campus Biometric Screenings
Available to MUSC Employees & Their Families
Safe social distancing and masks will be required throughout the entire screening process. Should you wish to complete your annual biometric screening off-campus, the PEBA Perks benefit also enables participants to conduct their screening at any Doctor's Care location
Imagine U
Employee Well-Being Program
Participate in a Digital Wellness Program Designed Specifically for MUSC Care Team Members

MUSC Office of Health Promotion encourages all MUSC Health Employees to take advantage of MUSC's completely digital employee well-being program, Imagine U.

The catalog of over one hundred well-being challenges can be accessed by any MUSC employee 24/7 on any desktop computer, tablet or smartphone device.

Visit www.musc.edu/iu to start today!

Take the Imagine U
2021 Heart Walk Challenge
Participate in the Socially Distant Virtual 2021 American Heart Association Heart Walk on Feb. 27, 2021 and complete the "Heart Walk" Imagine U Challenge to earn 25 points!

MUSC's Purpose Challenge
Engage in the Pursuit of Purpose & Well-Being Together

Developed by a leading expert in the study of purpose, Dr. Vic Strecher and Kumanu, The Purpose Company, this unique experience harnesses powerful brain science and simple exercises to help people better define their purpose in less than 5 minutes.

Please join us in building a community of purpose and hope at MUSC.

Take the challenge today:

MUSC Urban Farm
What's "Growing On" at the Urban Farm?
Free Produce Pick-Up at the MUSC Urban Farm
Pick Up Dates/Time: 
Tuesdays from 1:00- 2:30 PM at the MUSC Urban Farm

  • Produce, flowers and house/desk plants available on a first-come, first serve basis while supplies last each day 
  • Available to anyone with an MUSC badge

Urban Farm COVID Protocol
The MUSC Urban Farm is committed to providing safe and interactive gardening experiences for people to learn how to eat for health. We strive to provide a free outdoor space to exercise, learn, and access healthy whole fruits and vegetables while maintaining the health and safety of our community. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have established a new model for visitors, volunteers, and programming.

Visitors
The MUSC Urban Farm is open to visitors from sunrise to sunset every day of the week.

Volunteers
Volunteers are considered: farm hands, apprentices, community member volunteers, MUSC student and staff volunteers, and volunteer groups (<10 people).

Volunteer Sessions
“Work and Learn” volunteer sessions are weekly volunteer opportunities for 1 to 3 hour slots, for all community members to participate in caring for the farm space and learning how to garden and eat for health. No prior experience is required.

Weekly Work and Learn Volunteer Sessions:                
Mondays 9 am to 12 pm
Tuesdays 3 pm to 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am to 12 pm
Thursday 3 pm to 6 pm
Saturday 9 am to 12 pm

Stay In the Know
Well-Being Webinar & Lecture Series

Participate in PEBA's Naturally Slim Program
Deadline Extended Until Wednesday 1/25!
  
Naturally Slim is a 10-week, online program that uses weekly video lessons and interactive tools to teach the behavioral skills necessary to lose weight and keep it off long-term. Each week, you will watch lessons at your convenience on your computer, smartphone or tablet through the iPhone or Android apps. The program will help you create changes in your behavior by:

  • Helping you develop a lifestyle of eating your favorite foods while still improving your health and losing weight.
  • Teaching you to identify personal eating habits, recognize the difference between true hunger and psychological hunger, understand how hydration habits influence hunger and practice ways to minimize fat storage.
  • Addressing how exercise, stress and your environment affect weight loss.

You will also receive a full year of support after the first 10 weeks through NS4You and NS4Life. NS4You is available for 10 weeks after the initial program and provides personalized content. NS4L is available for the following 32 weeks and provides customizable content, which allows you to choose your own path.

Keep Moving. Stay Active. Breathe.
Physical Activity & Mental Well-Being Resources for MUSC Care Team Members & Their Families
MUSC Wellness Center
Group Fitness Classes are Back!

Group Classes Are Back! The MUSC Wellness Center is now offering Strength, Cycling, Yoga, Pilates, Water Aerobics, and more. The classes will also be available to participate in virtually via live steam.

 
Group Fitness Safety Protocol
  • Masks can only be removed when you are exercising. Yoga is an exception and will require a mask at all times.
  • Classes are limited. When you arrive at the Wellness Center, please come to the Group X table in the lobby. The first 10-15 people, depending on the class size policy, will receive a ticket. We will only give tickets 20 minutes prior to the class start time. You must be present to receive a ticket.
  • Due to physical distancing, there will be no congregating before and after class.
  • Please bring your own mat.


For questions, please email us at wellnesscenter@musc.edu.

Adventure Out Yoga Series
 
MUSC Care Team Members and community members alike are invited to attend an Adventure Out Yoga series class at the Hampton Park Gazebo for an outdoor all-levels yoga class led by master instructor, Gail Corevette.

This class will be the perfect way for your teams to de-stress and get active alongside colleagues, family members and friends in a safe and socially-distant way in one of Charleston's most beautiful parks!

This class is free, all-levels, and open to the community. Bring your own mat and enjoy the benefits of "green exercise!"
 
Mental Well-Being Resources
Promote Resilience, Reduce Stress & Combat Anxiety
Using These Helpful Tools
MUSC MAIN CAMPUS RESOURCES

The Meditation Labyrinth 
  • Care Team Members are encouraged to utilize the public meditation labyrinth to relax, breath, and ground themselves throughout the COVID-19 response 
  • The MUSC Meditation Labyrinth is located on the corner of Bee and President Streets inside the wall 
 
Spend Time in Nature 
Visit the MUSC Urban Farm from sunrise to sunset. Located on MUSC’s main campus (29 Bee Street) 
  • Conduct a self-guided sensory tour through the Urban Farm to get in added steps and reduce stress through “green exercise” 
 
Take a walk around campus and check out the 90 acre arboretum.
 
Digitally Accessible Resources 

Dr. Tese Stephens RN P.R.E.P Podcast:  
 
Free Licensing of Headspace Meditation App for Healthcare Workers 
Headspace is providing free Headspace subscriptions to US healthcare providers working in public health settings throughout the COVID-19 outbreak. 
  • Headspace has curated specific guided meditations titled “Weathering the Storm” designed for the healthcare workforce currently facing immense pressure amid the COVID-19 outbreak 
 
Additional free meditation digital apps:  
 
Connect remotely with a Licensed Therapist : 
Connect with a licensed therapist via text messages, audio messages, picture and video messages, and text-based chat room

Stress & Coping Through the COVID-19 Pandemic: Tools from the CDC
The CDC has provided extensive resources for healthcare workers and individuals to manage stress and anxiety throughout the COVID-19 pandemic


The American Nurses Association: Workouts From Home Powered by Humana
The American Nurses Association has partnered with Humana to provide at-home workouts for healthcare workers for free throughout the month of May
Coping with COVID -19
Well-Being & Support Resources for Care Team Members
MUSC Office of Health Promotion encourages all MUSC Health Care Team Members to take advantage of the wide variety of health, well-being, financial, and food support resources available to them throughout the COVID-19 pandemic response and beyond.

These resources are available to all Care Team Members and their families, including those who have been impacted by the temporary workforce adjustments as a result of the pandemic.

Click the following link to be directed to the
MUSC Office of Health Promotion COVID-19 Resource Directory:


DHEC, DMH Emphasize Importance of
Mental Health Amid COVID-19

In addition to taking precautions to stop the spread of germs, DHEC and DMH encourage South Carolinians to take the following steps to help protect your mental and emotional health: 

  • Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories and social media. Hearing about COVID-19 or other stress-inducing issues repeatedly can be upsetting. 
  • Take care of your body: eat healthy, well-balanced meals; exercise regularly; get plenty of sleep;and avoid alcohol and drugs. 
  • Make time to unwind and participate in activities you enjoy. 
  • Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. 
  • Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. It is OK to need assistance to stay mentally healthy.
Proper Face Masks Usage to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering
Face masks should—
  • fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
  • be secured with ties or ear loops
  • include multiple layers of fabric
  • allow for breathing without restriction
  • be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape

Should cloth face coverings be washed or otherwise cleaned regularly? How regularly?
Yes. They should be routinely washed depending on the frequency of use.

How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering?
A washing machine should suffice in properly washing a face covering.

How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering?
  • Individuals should be careful not to touch their eyes, nose, and mouth when removing their face covering and wash hands immediately after removing.