Employee Health Challenge
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska we know providing health and wellness information is an important step to helping you and your employees better manage your health. Each month, this section will highlight a new health challenge that can be taken individually or can be set up to be implemented at your workplace. Along with the challenge, there is also a list of other educational materials that support the monthly health challenge.
Quarterly Health Obervances Calendar:
January
"Healthy Weight Month"
It's a new year, and like many of us, you may have weight loss on your list of resolutions. You can achieve weight loss by incorporating lifestyle changes. The tried and true formula of eating fewer calories and burning more calories with physical activity is your ticket to successful weight loss. Start your year out with a step in the right direction -- take this month’s Health Challenge – "Eat Breakfast Daily".
Monthly Health Challenge
Educational Materials
February
"Take Care of Your Heart Month"
Make it a goal this month to show your heart some love. Now's the time to make up your mind to take some control over your future with lifestyle changes that can protect your heart. You can start by taking this month's Health Challenge -- "Be Physically Active Daily"
Monthly Health Challenge
Educational Materials
March
"Healthy Eating Month"
The food choices you make every day affect your health - how you feel today, tomorrow, and in the future. You may be eating plenty of food, but not eating the right foods that give your body the nutrients you need to be healthy. Put more of the right types of foods in your diet by taking this month's Health Challenge -- "Eat More Fruits and Vegetables".
Monthly Health Challenge
Educational Materials