March 2025
March is National Nutrition Month; check out the ultimate nutrition resource guide from Health Advocate below. Photo credit: Jacopo Maiarelli on Unsplash
Wellness Inspiration for March
National Nutrition Month
- From the Health Advocate blog, check our ultimate nutrition resource guide.
- From the United States Department of Agriculture, read the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for American.
Women’s History Month
- From the Health Advocate blog, read about modern women healthcare leaders, learn about the women who shaped American healthcare, and check out our top women’s health tips.
Observances and Events
Observances:
On campus wellness events:
- March 17-21
- Wellness Week
- March 19, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Fac/ staff health screenings onsite Staunton and Fishersville locations.
Health Advocate: Upcoming Webinars
March 20: A Healthier You: How Mental Health Affects Physical Health
Registration Links: 10 a.m. (ET) | 4 p.m. (ET)
Faculty/ Staff Wellness Portal: Health Advocate
Quarter 1 deadline to earn and log incentives is March 31.
To earn the incentive you need to earn and log 100 points in the wellness portal during Q1 ( Jan. 1 – March 31, 2025).
Question about the new portal can be emailed to Director of Wellness Initiatives Christine Flory at cmflory@marybaldwin.edu
Here’s how to create your account:
Please take a few minutes to watch this video as it provides a comprehensive overview of the new well being portal and how to log incentives through Health Advocate: Health Advocate: Navigating the Portal
Anthem EAP Webinars
To view a seminar on demand, go to anthemeap.com and enter your company code: MBU You’ll find a link to these and other seminars on the homepage.
View the seminars on demand — anytime, anywhere. Submit a question and receive a response via email. Questions are logged in a FAQ section, so you can browse and learn from the questions of others.
March: Eating on the Run and on a Budget
March 11, 12:30-1:15 p.m.
Audio conference: To receive a call back, provide your phone number when you join the event, or call the number below and enter the access code.
United States Toll: +1-408-418-9388
Webinar Access Code: N/A
Webinar Password: p2ArsTJYF49
February recording: Health and Wellness in the Black Community
Access to EAP and Talk Space
Don’t forget you have access to EAP and Talk Space:
VapeFreeVA.org
Free help to quit tobacco.
Quit Coaches available for support.
www.QuitNowVirginia.org, 1-800-QUIT NOW (1-800-784-8669),Text READY to 34191A Free 24/7 service for all Virginians, 13 and older for all types of tobacco/nicotine
Free Vaping Resources for Teens, Youth Adults, & their Support Circles.
VapeFreeVA.org
Find vaping prevention and cessation facts & tips for any adult concerned about vaping (parents, guardians, educators, physicians, etc).
March Events
Fac/Staff Health Screenings
Get a health screening at MBU! It is a great opportunity to learn about your
blood pressure, non fasting glucose and cholesterol, and protect your health! 100%
confidential, registration required!
Open to benefits eligible & enrolled fac/staff.
Date: March 19, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Two Locations:
- Lavender Lounge, Staunton campus
- Murphy Deming, Second floor conference room
Sign up today: online or through the Health Advocate mobile app! Login, tap on Health at the top and then tap on the health screenings tab. Questions? Reach out to cmflory@marybaldwin.edu.
Wellness Week
Monday, March 17
Wellness Showcase Interns and Capstone Project
- 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Hunt Dining Hall
Mocktail Monday & Queer Connections
- 6-7 p.m., Lavender Lounge
Tuesday, March 18
Free Massage and Skin Care
- 9-3 p.m., Lavender Lounge and Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences
Yoga in the Loft at Grafton Library
- 12:15-1 p.m., Grafton Loft
Mind Over Matter: Healthy Alternatives to Substance Abuse
- 6-7 p.m., Lavender Lounge
Community Iftar Celebration
- 7:30-8:30 p.m., Interfaith Room
Wednesday, March 19
Health Screenings (Fac/Staff)
- 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Lavender Lounge and Murphy Deming, Second Floor Conference Room
Meditation
- 11 a.m.-Noon, Interfaith Room
Career Fair
- 1-5 p.m., SAC Ballroom
Trivia Night and Therapy Dogs
- 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., Interfaith Room
Financial Wellness Workshop
- 7-8 p.m., Grafton Library
Thursday, March 20
Menopause Matters
- Noon-1 p.m., Hunt And Murphy Deming
Career Fair
- 1-5 p.m., SAC Ballroom
Spring Equinox Fire with Dr. Katie Low
- 7-8 p.m., Firepit
Friday, March 21
Board Games at the ARC
- Noon-4 p.m., Academic Resource Center
Closing Remarks and Raffle Draw
- 2 p.m., Academic Resource Center