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Gastrointestinal(GI) HealthInformation and Screening DayThe City of Windsor Workplace Wellness Program Committee was busy this fallhosting a number of health screenings for City employees. To kick things off, theWorking Committee along with Green Shield Canada ran a Gastrointestinal (GI)Health Information and Screening Day on October 30, at the WFCU Centre.City employees, retirees, and family members who are on GI medication(s) orare having signs and symptoms related to GI problems, were invited to attend thehealth information and screening day. Participants had the choice to attend oneof two sessions on the Saturday morning to hear Dr. Earle P. Morgan,Gastroenterologist, speak on the issue. Dr. Morgan spoke about identifying,treating, and managing your GI health. He also took the time to speak to anyonewho had questions about their GI health problems.As part of the screening sessions, participants were invited to speak to localpharmacists to have their GI medications reviewed for them. Registered nurseswere also on hand to do a simple finger prick test to screen for the presence ofthe H. pylori antibody. A follow-up with a participant’s health care provider wasrecommended for anyone that tested positive for the antibody. The H. pyloribacteria (Helicobacter pylori) can live in the highly acidic areas of the stomachand small intestine (upper portion). It is known to be a direct cause in about70-90% of peptic ulcers and can affect anywhere between 5-15% of Canadians.Blood pressure was also being checked at the same time.Dr. Earl P. Morgan answers questions fromparticipants.City of Windsor Recreation and Culture FitnessInstructors take time out to pose for the camera.In addition, participants could have their Body Mass Index (BMI) and theirwaist circumference measured by a City of Windsor Recreation and Culturestaff fitness instructor. Registered dietitians from the Windsor Essex CountyHealth Unit (WECHU) were on hand to answer any questions about special GIdiet plans and provide suggestions on healthy food alternatives that could helpto reduce any GI discomfort. Free samples of different snacks were prepared forparticipants to try along with a copy of the recipe.8The day was a great success as over 50 participants attended the event. It wasalso the first event that the City of Windsor Workplace Wellness Program hostedthat included retirees and family members. Many of the participants commentedthat the event was very informative and enjoyed the one-on-one treatment theyreceived along with the free healthy and tasty refreshments!A big thank-you to our wellness partner Green Shield Canada, for helping withthe invitations and the organization of the event. As well, thank you to theWorkplace Wellness Program Steering and Working Committee members thatvolunteered, the Department of Recreation and Culture, VON Nursing services,Dr. Earle P. Morgan and the Windsor Essex County Health Unit.Great job everyone!Participants were all smiles when it came to thefree refreshments.WECHU Registered Dietitians showcasingfree samples of healthy snacks.
WelcomeWellness Champions!The Windsor Workplace Wellness Program Steering and Working Committees would like to officially introduce andwelcome our Wellness Champions to all City employees. The Wellness Champions are responsible for working closely withthe Wellness Program Working Committee to ensure that the program is carried out smoothly at each Wellness Hub. TheWellness Hubs were created due to the large number of City of Windsor worksites throughout the City and County. WellnessHubs are locations where wellness information will be displayed and distributed, and where special events may be held.The role of the Wellness Champion is keyto the success of our wellness program andincludes the following:• Provide feedback from employees, retirees and family membersabout ways to improve the overall program and how to increaseparticipation and usefulness of special events, contests, andeducational presentations/resources.• Assist in the promotion, planning and delivery of City ofWindsor Wellness Program contests, special events, andeducational presentations/resources.The following is a list of Wellness Champions.Please feel free to contact anyone of them whoare in your respective area for questions,feedback, or comments about the WellnessProgram. If you have any questions about theWellness Champion position please contactDomenic Marsella, Claims Administrator,Human Resources at 519 -255-6515 ext. 6817or email: dmarsella@city.windsor.on.ca.• Update the Wellness Resource Centre in their Wellness Hub.• Assist in tracking Wellness Resource Centre usage,participation in contests, special events, andeducational presentations.Christine DigesuJanet Colvin-SharpeJennifer LeitzingerJill KanwischerJodi WoodJohn MurphyKelly StuartLinda MooreLori BostonLouise St. JacquesLynne WillsMike GrondinNatalie PopovicPeggy CalleryRobert PappRosie D’AlessandroSonia BajajHousing and Children’s ServicesRecreation and Culture DepartmentEngineering DepartmentFire & Rescue ServicesRecreation and Culture DepartmentLou Romano/Little River Pollution ControlCouncil Services DepartmentEmployment & Social Services DepartmentEmployment & Social Services DepartmentEmployment & Social Services DepartmentHuron LodgeEmployment & Social Services Department (Leamington)Parks and Facilities DepartmentRecreation and Culture DepartmentCrawford YardHuman Resources DepartmentFinancial Planning Department9
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