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Wellness Happenings

March 2025

Market with fruits and vegetables

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 . 
  • From the United States Department of Agriculture, read the .

Women’s History Month

  • From the Health Advocate blog, read about , learn about the , and check out our .

Observances and Events

Observances:

  • March 8:

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:   | 

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 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: 

Anthem EAP Webinars

To view a seminar on demand, go to and enter your company code: Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ 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.

, 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.

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 Ä¢¹½´«Ã½! 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: 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