APR '08 : ISSUE 1  
 

Welcome to the inaugural issue of our eNewsletter!
Health@Work eNewsletter brings you up-to-date news, events and developments on Workplace Health Promotion in Singapore from the Health Promotion Board. We will also feature and share motivational experiences from fellow Health Promoters like you in "A Day in the Life of...", as well as feature local companies with WHP best practices in our “In the Spotlight” segment. Special promotions and rewards will also be up for grabs in every issue. Do forward this enewsletter on to any colleagues or friends who may be interested. We hope you will enjoy reading and promoting health at work!

Main Articles
Mind Your Relationships
HPB recently launched Mind Your Relationships, a community mental well being awareness programme on 28 March 2008. The aim is reach out to the general community with an emphasis on reaping the benefits of social support to positively impact personal mental wellness.
I-Run: Calling All Running Enthusiasts!
Running enthusiasts can now make a sprint for their favourite sport as I-Run, an initiative specifically developed by Health Promotion Board for working adults who love to jog, now gets extended to Science Park and Jurong International Business Park every Wednesday and Friday from 6.00 to 7.00 pm.
In the Spotlight
Working towards Wellness - The BD Story
Becton Dickinson Critical Care Systems Pte Ltd, Singapore HEALTH Gold Award winner for 2 consecutive years in 2005 and 2006 was recently featured in the 2008 World Economic Forum for their employee wellness programmes. The case study is a comprehensive report of their programme and success factors. BD also achieved the Singapore HEALTH Leader Excellence Award and Singapore HEALTH Promoter Award in 2006.
Latest News
Healthier Choice Vending Machines at your Doorstep!
Mental Wellness Seminar – 15 May 2008
Smoking Cessation Training for Occupational Health Nurses
6 June 2008
First-time screening of workplace health videos in cinemas and online on YouTube.
Listing of WHP Consultants.
Short Course for Workplace Health Promotion Consultants
 
Announcements
Last call for SHA Applications!
Have you applied for the Singapore HEALTH Award? This prestigious award gives national recognition to organisations with commendable Workplace Health Promotion (WHP) programmes. The closing date for SHA 2008 has been extended to 30 May 2008. Click here to apply now!

Recruitment for Wok the Talk programme
Want to share your passion for healthy cooking with your colleagues and family members?
Why not join ‘Wok the Talk’ and be a healthy cooking ambassador!
Join WOK the TALK today. Click here to register!

Special Promotions & Rewards
Pay a tribute to Your Colleague, Your Best Friend at Work!
Tell us why he or she is your buddy and win a pair of movie tickets. Email us a photo of you and your buddy having fun at work with a suitable caption. Pix must be less than 200 KB in size. The best 10 entries will be selected. Click here to enter contest.
Tuberculosis – Free talk giveaways
Tuberculosis today remains an epidemic in much of the world. HPB is giving away 20 talks which will be conducted at your company premises to help your colleagues raise their understanding and awareness of this disease. 15 are reserved specially for Club HEALTH members. Click here to register for the free talk. Limited to 1 talk per company, minimum of 25 participants per session. First come, first served basis.
50% discount off Treasure Your Mind Workshops Module 2A
Help your colleagues achieve optimal mental wellbeing and nurture positive relationships. Enjoy 50% discount off Treasure Your Mind Workshops for Module 2A. For first 12 companies who sign up. 8 are reserved specially for Club HEALTH members. Click here to sign up for this special promotion. Limited to 1 workshop per company.

Tip of the Day

Good relationships can do wonders for your mental wellbeing. A little effort goes a long way to bring relationships closer. Start by doing simple acts.
- Go for a swim
- Organise a potluck
- Meet up for coffee
- Play tennis
- Go for Sunday brunch
- Celebrate birthdays
- Catch a movie together
For more tips on cultivating a healthy mind visit www.healthymind.sg
 
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