| |  | | June is Men's Health Month across the U.S. To celebrate this month, some Emory men shared why wellness matters to them.
Dr. Jonathan S. Lewin, EVP of Health Affairs at Emory University, and CEO, President and Chairman of the Board at Emory Healthcare, stressed that physical, emotional and nutritional wellness is important for all men. "Finding time for exercise is a challenge for many of us, and I am no different," says Lewin. "Whenever possible, I enjoy spending time on an elliptical for cardio exercise, and I lift weights for resistance." Even with his unpredictable schedule, Dr. Lewin tries to exercise regularly to maintain his stamina. "When I can, I walk at work to get as close to 10,000 steps as possible. I do this by taking conference calls while walking and by taking advantage of meetings outside of my office to walk across campus." | | Read More |
| |
| |  | | Eat local | Eating local foods is not only better for you and the environment, it also tastes better. That's because food that spends less time traveling is fresher and more nutritious. Eating local also helps support Georgia's food economy. So next time, eat local!
| | Read More | | |
| | |  | | Take a break! | This summer, take a break from the heat and humidity with an online wellness webinar. In just 30 minutes, you can explore hot topics in nutrition, physical activity and stress management. Click here for upcoming webinars and their description.
| | Learn More & Sign Up | | |
|
| |
| |  | | Did you know there is an alternative test to the colonoscopy? This new test - called Cologuard - is an easy-to-use screening test for people over 50 who are at "average risk" for colorectal cancer. It requires a prescription from your doctor, but after that, a kit is mailed to your home, where a single stool sample can be collected and returned for testing. It is simple and noninvasive. Please speak with your doctor regarding the most appropriate test option for you.
Cologuard has been embraced by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society. Unlike fecal immunochemical testing (FIT), which only tests for hidden blood in the stool, the Cologuard test also looks for abnormal DNA in cells shed from the colon. | | Read More |
| |
| |  | | Exercise Corner: Cycling | Cycling is a great way to get your aerobic activity! It's low impact, doesn't require a high level of skill, works all major muscle groups and it's fun! Discover more about Emory cycling opportunities here, including new bikes at Blomeyer.
| | Read More | | |
| | |  | | Chef's Corner: Black Bean Dip | It's the season for beaches, water sports, pool parties, and grilling. This quick and easy dip full of protein and fiber will be the hit at any summer party.
| | Read More | | |
|
| |
