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OPRS Supports National Employee Wellness Month

Posted on May 15, 2013 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

National Employee Wellness Month kicks off in June, and we're one of 175 companies pledging support and showing our commitment to helping our employees live healthier lifestyles.

Know Your Numbers: Blood Pressure & Cholesterol

Posted on February 13, 2013 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Let's talk about blood pressure and cholesterol.

Tell Us: What Do You Want In a Personal Emergency Response Device?

Posted on December 12, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

You like to share your opinion, right? You like to tell companies what you want in a product, right? Well, here's your chance!

Medicare's Open Enrollment Closes on Pearl Harbor Day

Posted on December 6, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Medicare's 2013 open enrollment period closes Friday, Dec. 7, 2012.

Alzheimer's 101: Increasing Awareness & Support

Posted on November 8, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Lu Ann Presser, the marketing/admission director at Dorothy Love Retirement Community, shares Alzheimer's information and resources.

Help Available During Medicare Open Enrollment

Posted on October 19, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Ohio Presbyterian Retirement Services gets expert answers for you during Medicare's 2013 open enrollment period.

Medicare Open Enrollment Starts Oct. 15

Posted on October 1, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Medicare's open enrollment period allows you to decide if your coverage is working for you. If not, it's time to make a change.

Stand Up, Support & Help End Alzheimer's

Posted on September 21, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

September is World Alzheimer's Month, and Friday, Sept. 21, is World Alzheimer's Action Day.

The Scoop on Safe Snow Shoveling

Posted on January 4, 2012 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

Every winter, the numbers of persons suffering from heart attacks climbs. Emergency room physicians also note a rise in back injuries during winter as well. The culprit? Snow shoveling.

Shoveling snow is hard work. Not only does it boost your heart rate and blood pressure, but it also places great strain on back muscles.

What’s in your Attitude?

Posted on October 17, 2011 in Health and Wellness for All Communities

When we think of attitude, we think of sayings such as “Have an Attitude of Gratitude” or “Count Your Blessings”. But as it turns out, those are more than just bumper-sticker sayings or cross-stitch quotations. Research has shown over and over again that having a positive attitude helps us to live longer, happier lives.

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