Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Wellness Initiative Now is the wellness program for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. It was implemented to promote personal well-being, fitness, and nutrition for all TDCJ employees.
View additional information about the FY 2012 Chairman's Olympic Challenge for TDCJ and WSD employees.
February is American Heart Month, and unfortunately, most of us know someone who has had heart disease or a stroke. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One in every three deaths is from heart disease or stroke, equal to 2,200 deaths per day. These conditions are also leading causes of disability preventing people from working and enjoying family activities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other parts of the U.S. government have launched "Million Hearts," to prevent the nation's leading killers and empowering everyone to make heart-healthy choices. To learn more about "Million Hearts," visit http://millionhearts.hhs.gov/index.html
By the time HealthSelect members are 50 years old, it’s likely that two in 10 have high blood pressure, nearly three in 10 have high cholesterol, and four in 10 have diabetes. To help keep the odds on your side, check out the Wellness page on the ERS website.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released new physical activity guidelines for Americans.
The Human Resources Division receives a "Path for Success" award from the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center.
Do you know how food portions have changed in 20 years?
Take this National Institute of Health quiz.
Page updated: 02/01/2012