These are short informational “Health Tips” in an e-mail format on many different health-related topics. You may appoint someone within your company to find specific topics on the Internet from sites that are in the public domain or topics can be purchased from companies.
Some qualified sources include
o Hope Health
o Sound Ideas, Inc.
o Centers for Illness Control and Prevention
o National Institutes of Health
These e-mails could be sent daily, weekly or monthly. Our experience indicates weekly is the best frequency.
When the majority of your personnel do not have e-mail, consider providing the information to them through
o Bulletin boards
o Check stuffers
o Mailbox stuffers
o Newsletters
SAMPLE #1 Employee Health Promotion E-mail Messages
From – Wellness Program
To – Wellness Team
Subject – Layering for Exercise
One way to help ensure enjoyment of a winter walk (or run) is to be certain you are dressed properly for the weather. And the secret to that, for a winter workout, is to dress in layers.
Layer 1 — Prevent 100 percent cotton in the first layer, next to your skin. Cotton holds perspiration. Wear underwear made from manmade fabrics to wick perspiration away from skin.
Layer 2 — A zippered sweatshirt and sweatpants will keep you warm. Just open the zipper if you get too warm.
Layer 3 — If needed, over the sweatsuit, you are able to add a waterproof and windproof jacket. If it’s very cold, you may want to wear a jacket made with goose down.
Hands — Mittens will keep your hands warmer than gloves.
Feet — Wear socks made from wool or manmade fabrics that keep your feet dry and warm. Avoid 100 percent cotton socks. Do not wear sneakers or boots that fit too tightly … This will restrict blood flow and your feet will end up feeling colder.
Head — About 40% of your body heat is lost through your head. Wear a hat and cover your ears.
Lips — Don’t forget lip balm with sunscreen … even in winter!
SAMPLE #2 Company Wellness E-mail Messages
From – Health Promotion Program
To – Health Promotion Team
Subject – Energy Improves
Need an energy increase? Here are some ideas for tapping into your own energy sources — and most require little effort.
o Get an extra hour of sleep. No surprise here — it could make a big difference in your energy level the next day.
o Eat less more often. Have small, balanced meals or snacks throughout your day for a steady supply of fuel and energy. Make note of which foods seem to increase your energy level.
o Drink plenty of water. Dehydration contributes to fatigue, which you can offset by drinking water throughout the day.
o Prevent alcohol and caffeine. Both may contribute to dehydration and fatigue. They also tend to disrupt sleep patterns.