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Wellness Wednesday

January 2023

Wellness Wednesday January 2023

January is Thyroid Awareness Month

According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE), thyroid disease is a more common disorder than diabetes or heart disease. It affects as many as 30 million Americans, more than half of whom remain undiagnosed. To raise awareness about the thyroid gland and symptoms of thyroid disease, January has been designated Thyroid Awareness Month.

My Health Onsite Spotlight

Healthy Recipe from MHO

MHO Wellness Webinars

This presentation will discuss two common types of thyroid disease, including Hashimoto’s and Graves' Disease, their risk factors and treatment. Participants will learn how a healthy diet and lifestyle can help manage symptoms of thyroid disease and how to take charge of your thyroid health.

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Click on the desired times below to register and add the meeting to your calendar
NOTE: Please List Your Full Name & Employer When Entering Info for Webex Meeting.
(i.e., John Smith - City of Orlando)

We're Here for You

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The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a benefit program intended to ensure a healthy work environment for all staff. Through a partnership between Pasco County Schools and New Directions (our behavioral health care provider), our employees will have access to enhanced services. These services include counseling and referral for personal or work-related issues, health coaching, legal and financial consultation, and a wealth of online resources.
Click here for more information



New Directions Employee Assistance Program

A free confidential tool to help you overcome life challenges and live a happy, balanced life.

Click here to access New Directions

Company code is: Pasco

Upcoming EAP Webinar

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Supporting Work/Life Balance

Wednesday, January 25


We have all been through so much in the past few years, and as a result, our definition of work/life balance may look different than it had in the past; we may be working remotely and still needing child care, we may be hybrid, and adjusting to a commute a few days per week, there are so many variables. Join us to discuss ways to maximize your support for employees’ balance while remaining productive.


Disclaimer: These webinars are NOT part of the Wellness Incentive Program and are NOT incentivized.

Tobacco Free Florida

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FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!

Tobacco Free Florida's Group Quit Sessions (in-person or virtual) now offer participants $50 - $125 in gift cards for their attendance.*

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Free, expert-led in-person or virtual sessions for all Florida residents, regardless of insurance status. Upon class completion, participants are eligible to receive free nicotine replacement therapy such as gum, patches or lozenges.**


*while supplies last

**if medically appropriate for those 18 years of age or older

This incentive is through AHEC and is not part of the District’s Health and Wellness Incentive Program

With mental health increasingly becoming a topic of discussion, Tobacco Free Florida is launching Mental Health Equals Mental Wealth to inform about tobacco’s disproportionate impact on people diagnosed with mental and behavioral health conditions, educate about the benefits of quitting and highlight the free cessation support for people looking to improve their mental health and wellness.

Healthy Beginnings

Florida Blue - Blue365 Deals

Neither Pasco Schools nor MHO recommends, endorses, warrants or guarantees any specific vendor, product or service available under or through the Blue365 Program or Site.

Thank You from Voluntary Sick Leave Donation Program

2023 HEALTH & WELLNESS INCENTIVE (HWI) PROGRAM

Pasco County Schools offers incentives for covered employees and retirees who complete their annual Vital Health Profile. This program is voluntary; however, participants must follow the steps outlined here in order to qualify for the 2023 incentive.



Already Completed your VHP?

Work with a My Health Onsite Health Coach to achieve your wellness goals! Talk with your My Health Onsite provider to be enrolled. Employees enrolled in the Pascofit option may be eligible to earn additional incentive rewards by completing up to 2 wellness programs with a Health Coach. More information about the wellness programs through My Health Onsite can be found here.


The HWI 1st quarter for Pascofit is January 1 - March 31, 2023. Click here for more information.

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