WELLNESS IN THE WORKPLACE
The Healthier U e-Newsletter | Spring 2026
BE WELL, WORK WELL
BE PROACTIVE
BE PROACTIVE
Colorectal Cancer Screening (CoC)
Beginning at age 45, all men and women should be screened for colorectal cancer. CoC is often symptomless so screening is important. Fast Track Screening
Be Screened for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Stony Brook Medicine's Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Division provides screenings free-of-charge for eligible individuals. Screening is simple & non-invasive.
Prostate Cancer Screening
Early detection offers the best chance for long-term survival. Stony Brook Urology's Prostate Cancer Program offers free screenings throughout the year. Free Screening
Gastrointestinal Women's Center at Stony Brook
Female gastroenterologists and an all-female staff provide expert evaluations, diagnoses & treatment for GI conditions/disorders in women including Colorectal Cancer Screening
BE AWARE
May is National Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month
Skin cancer is usually the result of sun exposure and childhood sunburns in addition to cumulative sun exposure. Awareness
Skin Cancer and the Dark Side of the Sun
Most of these 3 types of skin cancer are caused by exposure to ultraviolet light primarily from the sun; only a little over half of American adults use sun-protection measures.
FAQ's About Skin Cancer Screening
Skin Cancer is one of the more preventable types of cancer with more than 90 percent caused by excessive exposure to the sun. FAQ's
BE THERE OR BE SQUARE
BE THERE OR BE SQUARE
MOVE YOUR BODY
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FREE Fitness Classes for Employees: Spin, Yoga, Zumba, Line Dancing, Mat Pilates (NEW!), and Zoom Tai Chi (NEW!) Fitness Class Registration
- Couch to 5K Kick-Off 3/4 @ 4 PM (In-Person): No running experience needed- just a willingness to put one foot in front of the other to achieve a goal Sign Up Here
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FREE 5K 4/19: Celebrate the Inauguraton of President, Andrea Goldsmith at the 2nd Annual Seawolf Shuffle
MOVE YOUR MIND
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Mindful Meditation Series Begins 3/6 (Virtual) - Deepen your connection to the present moment. All levels welcome. Sign Up Here
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Seasonal Ayurveda 3/25 @ 12 PM (Virtual) - It's time to adjust our diets and daily routines to clear mental and physical heaviness and stagnation. Sign Up Here
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Zentangle 4/17 @ 12 PM (In-Person) - Create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Doodle your way to wellness with Zentangle. Sign Up Here
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Declutter Your Space, Declutter Your Mind 4/29 @ 12 PM (Virtual) - Decluttering your space reduces stress & improves mental health. Sign-Up Here
- Book Club 5/19 @ 3 PM (Virtual) - Join Healthier U in this virtual book club exploring Breath by James Nestor Join Our Book Club
BE THERE OR BE SQUARE
WHAT'S GROWING NEXT
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Fun with Figs 3/24 - Hands-on, in-person workshop planting fig cuttings.
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River Rock Drawing 3/31 - Relaxing in-person session with CBC.
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Spring Seedlings 4/7 -Hands-on, in-person workshop planting spring seedlings.
- Tree Identification Hike Arbor Day 4/24-Go for a tree identification hike across campus in honor of Arbor Day and Earthstock
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Birding at the Brook 5/13 -Join Healthier U and local birding education expert Johnny Cuomo to explore the birds of Stony Brook
BE A SHARER
BE A SHARER
Employee Appreciation Day
Friday, March 6, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Wang Center's Zodiac Gallery Learn More
EAP's Parenting Series
Connects caregivers with experts, practical tools & a community of peers Sign Up Here
Be a Healthier U Ambassador
Share your passion for wellness and sign up to be a Healthier U Ambassador! Help enhance our sense of community and culture of health and wellness.
WellNYS Everyday Webinars
Learn what protein does and how much we really need in Protein! In All It's Glory
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Let Us Know What You Think!
What makes for a healthier, happier YOU? How do you balance work at Stony Brook with being well? Have a refreshing recipe or NEAT tip to share? Let us know @ healthieru@stonybrook.edu and we may include you in our next Healthier U newsletter!