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The Importance of Annual Physicals & Why Everyone Needs A Primary Care Doctor

Would it shock you to learn that millions of Americans to not have a primary care doctor? The importance of annual wellness physicals from a board-certified primary care doctor is one of the cornerstones of health and wellness. Family medicine physician Dr. Milica Simpson, from UCLA Health Malibu will highlight the details of an annual physical, what to look out for and what questions to ask. Additionally, she will explain the key role of a primary care doctor.

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Stress Less Parenting: Charting a New Course Forward in 2021 and Beyond

Come join this webinar to learn how to simplify and connect with your children as we chart a new course as parents to stress less and to add new tools to manage your anxiety, to stay calm and to be present for your children.

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Cancer Prevention: A Comprehensive Guide

UCLA Health’s Dr. Austin Davis will discuss how you can help reduce the risk of cancer by making healthy choices, as well as, the importance of following recommended screening guidelines to help detect certain cancers early.

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Navigating the Way Back to Campus: Strategies for Managing the Transition and Empowering Students

Reset! (Again)! Prepare your children and teens for the move back to campus in the post-pandemic world. Learn strategies to help students improve time management, organization, independence, and stress control.

Meghan Eaken

Parenting Support Groups: Balancing Work and Family

In support of our parent and caregiver employees, we are pleased to again offer small parenting support groups. Participants will attend a three-part series, with one session per week for three weeks, led by an accredited therapist.

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Stress Fractures: Healing Strained Relationships

Are your family, friends, or co-workers stressing you out? Relationships that are meant to be sanctuaries can become sources of stress during difficult times. Join us to learn about the anatomy of relational stress and what you can do about it.

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April Wellness: Stress

Human Resources’ Thrive Wellness Program is pleased to celebrate Stress Awareness Month by providing you with tailored resources to aid in your personal and professional development:

Dr. Jeffrey Harrell

The Science of Stress

In this webinar, UCLA Health cardiologist Dr. Jeffrey Harrell will explain the dramatic effects stress has on your body, as well as different techniques to lower your stress.

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Rest Enhances Your Performance: The Emerging Neuroscience Behind Traditional Biblical Wisdom

How do you position yourself to perform in the new economy while avoiding burnout? The answer is intermittent rest.

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Stress Management: Finding Calm in the Midst of Challenging Times

This webinar offers practical skills participants can use to combat stress and to create lifestyle changes to reduce overall stress levels, as well as strategies to employ at both work and home to assist yourself and others around you. Opportunities for self-assessment, discussion, and questions will be offered during this session.