1. The Saint Alphonsus Mammography Van will be at Capitol Mall on Tuesday, October 30 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. Appointments are limited! Reserve your spot today by calling 208-367-8787
2. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Idaho Cancer Control Programs are gathering information to better understand why people do or do not get screened for cancer. This information will help in the development of future cancer control programs. If you are a female age 50 years old or older, please take this short 2-5 minute anonymous survey.  Respondents will be entered into a drawing for a pair of Idaho Steelheads Hockey Tickets.
3. These Power Bowls are easy to throw together and make a great meal to prepare ahead of time.
4. October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, but it’s important to practice good hand hygiene every day.

• Please take a moment to complete the Health Matters Employee Feedback Survey and help us plan for 2020.
• Make your reservation for the Health Matters Health Trip today!
• October’s theme is resilience – learn how to bounce back from challenges to become a happier and healthier you.
• Nothing says fall like a warm bowl of chili with a side of cornbread.
• Flu season is just around the corner! Protect yourself with a flu shot.
• October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
• The October Mini Challenge is called “Scaredy Cat.”
• Try one of these six simple slow cooker recipes for an easy meal.

• Please take a moment to complete the Health Matters Employee Feedback Survey and help us plan for 2020.
• Make your reservation for the Health Matters Health Trip today!
• Try this Chia Seed Pudding for an easy grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
• September is Healthy Aging Month.
• Flu season is just around the corner! Protect yourself with a flu shot.
• This Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup is easy, nutritious, and delicious.
• September’s prevention spotlight focuses on ovarian and prostate cancers.
• The September Mini Challenge is called “Double Dare.”
• Build healthy habits that will last.

• Live a longer, happier, and healthier life by focusing on the power of connection!
• Fruit & Veggie BINGO is a fun and easy way to get more produce on your plate. Register today!
• Throw another veg on the barbie and try these simple Grilled Vegetable Kabobs.
• Support your local farmers during National Farmers Market Week August 4 – 10.
• With flu season just around the corner, August’s prevention spotlight focuses on immunizations.
• A new month means a new Monthly Mini Challenge! Track participation to be eligible for a prize drawing at the end of the year. The August Mini Challenge is called “Heart Felt.”
• Discover fun ways to get active throughout our beautiful state.
• Cultivate connections at work by practicing Random Acts of Kindness.

• NEW! Fruit & Veggie BINGO kicks off on August 12!
• NEW! Learn how to make a healthy green smoothie with this simple equation.
• NEW! Discover how the principles of Intuitive Eating can help you incorporate all foods into your healthy diet just in time for National Ice Cream Day on July 21.
• NEW! Display these new Health Matters posters to inspire yourself and others around your office.
• NEW! Find timely, expert information on thousands of life topics on the Guidance Resources® website.
• Practice paying attention to the present moment during Mindfulness Matters Month in July!
• Fire up the BBQ and try these Grilled Summer Chicken Packets.
• July’s prevention spotlight is hearing health because you are never too young to think about hearing loss prevention.
• A new month means a new Monthly Mini Challenge! Track participation to be eligible for a prize drawing at the end of the year. The July Mini Challenge is called “Be There.”

Read how to support a healthier, calmer brain with mindful moments over on the Choose Health Matters Blog.