Welcome to the Pearson Benefits Website!
The information presented on this site pertains to the
2010
February is Healthy Heart Month
Did you know?
- Cardiovascular disease
(CVD), which includes high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, stroke and heart
failure, is the leading cause of death in the U.S. and one of Pearson’s ‘Big 3’
health issues; in 2008, it affected almost 2,000 of our employees.
- One in three Americans has high blood pressure and most people over age 40 are at
risk for high blood pressure.
- Smokers have a 2-4 times greater risk than non-smokers of developing heart disease,
so if you smoke, quitting
is the best way to lower your risk.
- Losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight also helps your heart health. Pearson
Benefits will continue to offer a special discount on Weight Watchers for benefit eligible employees
throughout 2010.
- Twenty-four employees in Rancho Cordova, CA formed their own ‘Biggest Loser’ contest
and lost a combined total of over 300 pounds through eating healthier and taking
lunchtime walks. Great job to all the participants!
Take action:
- Get your blood pressure checked. Optimal blood pressure is below 120/80.
- If you smoke, ask your doctor if a smoking cessation product can help you quit. Over-the-counter
and prescription products are covered under Pearson’s prescription plan.
- Talk to your colleagues about starting Weight Watchers At Work at your location,
or join Online or through the Local Meeting Voucher program. To learn more, check
out the FAQ’s on the Benefits website.
- Pair
up or form a group with your co-workers to take a 30 minute walk 3 times a week.
You’ll be on your way to checking off item #6 of the Ten in ’10 Health Challenge.
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between 8:00 and 9:00 p.m. (Eastern) for standard maintenance. If you have questions,
please contact your local Helpdesk.
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