What is a Healthy Citizen?

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages.

August is National Eye Exam Month! Learn how to keep your vision clear and healthy, and most importantly, schedule your annual eye exam.

Weighing yourself on a traditional scale only tells you one thing: your total weight. Body composition, on the other hand, gives you a much more detailed picture of your weight health because muscle is denser than fat. Someone with lots of muscle can weigh more than someone with a lot of extra fat, even though they look leaner.

Carbohydrates: Friend or Foe? Carbohydrates (aka "carbs) often get a bad rap—but are they really the enemy? In this workshop, Melissa Hehmann (Dietitian and Diabetes Educator) will explore the different types of carbs, and help you make smarter choices to manage blood sugars and long-term health.

What is a Healthy Citizen?

JULY ONSITE OFFICE HOURS

Onsite Blood Drive - General Office July 16th from 9am - Noon Donate to Save Lives & Earn Well Points You will be awarded 25 Well Points Reasons to Donate Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets. Approximately 29,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U. S. Nearly 5,000 units of platelets and 6.500 units of plasma are needed daily in the U.S. Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S. Sickle cell disease affects 90,000 to 100,000 people in the U.S. About 1,000 babies are born with the disease each year. Sickle cell patients can require blood transfusions throughout their lives. The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 units. A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood. Blood and platelets cannot be manufactured; they can only come from volunteer donors. The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O. One donation can help save more than one life. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.8 million people are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2020. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment.

Low Vitamin D levels can impact your blood sugars by increasing insulin resistance, meaning the body is unable to respond to or use the insulin that it’s producing. Many studies have looked at the role of vitamin D in diabetes and have shown an association between low levels of vitamin D and increased risk for type 2 diabetes and its complications. And what’s concerning is that low levels of vitamin D—also dubbed the “sunshine” vitamin—are all too common, especially among older adults and people of certain ethnic/racial groups.

July is UV Safety Awareness Month. While sunshine is essential for your body to process vitamin D, ultraviolet (UV) radiation can quickly damage your skin, no matter your skin tone. Only about 5-30 minutes of sun exposure without sunscreen a couple times per week is sufficient to produce adequate Vitamin D. People with lighter skin will only need the minimum and those with darker skin will need more time in the sun.

Weighing yourself on a traditional scale only tells you one thing: your total weight. Body composition, on the other hand, gives you a much more detailed picture of your weight health because muscle is denser than fat. Someone with lots of muscle can weigh more than someone with a lot of extra fat, even though they look leaner.

JUNE ONSITE OFFICE HOURS

Onsite Blood Drive - Steam/Perry K Donate to Save Lives & Earn Well Points You will be awarded 25 Well Points Reasons to Donate Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood and or platelets. Approximately 29,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U. S. Nearly 5,000 units of platelets and 6.500 units of plasma are needed daily in the U.S. Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S. Sickle cell disease affects 90,000 to 100,000 people in the U.S. About 1,000 babies are born with the disease each year. Sickle cell patients can require blood transfusions throughout their lives. The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 units. A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood. Blood and platelets cannot be manufactured; they can only come from volunteer donors. The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O. One donation can help save more than one life. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.8 million people are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2020. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment.

Citizens Energy Group recognizes employees are its most valuable resource. To best support employees and families with prediabetes and diabetes, we have created a custom program to help you achieve your best health. Your quality of life matters to us. Know the warning signs and symptoms of diabetes and diabetes complications so you can take action to improve your health.

This year’s 2025 Men’s Health Month theme is centered on closing the Empathy Gap in men’s health through advocacy, awareness, and action.

It's time to join team Citizens for Corporate Challenge! On Friday, June 20, join your coworkers to duke it out against other Indiana organizations in a variety of competitive and fun events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This is a great way to team-build and foster camaraderie amongst your coworkers in today's remote-work environment AND you can also earn Well Points for participating!

Take action for your own mental health Mental health can’t wait. Taking action for your personal mental well-being—whether by setting boundaries, reaching out for support, or practicing self-care—can make a lasting difference. This Mental Health Month, prioritize yourself and explore the resources that can help you build resilience, manage challenges, and thrive.

It's time to join team Citizens for Corporate Challenge! On Friday, June 20, join your coworkers to duke it out against other Indiana organizations in a variety of competitive and fun events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This is a great way to team-build and foster camaraderie amongst your coworkers in today's remote-work environment AND you can also earn Well Points for participating!

What is a Healthy Citizen?

MAY ONSITE OFFICE HOURS