Helath Service Department IconHealth Services Department
Promoting Good Health-Part 1

The mission of the Joint Bank/Fund Health Services Department (HSD) is to serve the staff and management of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund by promoting good health and contributing to a healthy work environment. Full respect of medical ethics, including confidentiality, is the key value shared by HSD staff to achieve the department's goals. WBG and IMF spouses/partners are welcome to attend the following HSD programs. The following seminars are recurring throughout the year, please check the WBFN Calendar or the Mosaic for current dates.

Aetna LogoUnderstanding your Benefits
How does US Healthcare Work

Dates: Monday, February 6, 2012
Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Registration: required, email Deborah Brown

This presentation offers information on the benefits available under the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP) with particular focus on the delivery of health care in the US, understanding billing, selecting physicians, networks, etc. The Health Services Department will also share information on their services available for staff and families.


CPR IconCardiopulmonary Resuscitation
CPR can keep a person alive!

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Registration: Please contact Matt Streich, the Program Manager, at 301-530-5344 or email: matt@heartlinecpr.com. For additional queries, email healthpromotion@worldbank.org
Fee: $40, non-refundable, required at registration
Promotion: Register for both CPR and Infant First Aid CPR for only $75!

What is CPR? CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It's a rescue and basic life-support technique for someone whose heart or breathing has stopped. It's also an organized approach for assessing and handling this type of medical emergency. When the heart stops beating or breathing stops, the first few minutes are critical in saving a life or preventing severe, permanent damage. CPR can keep a person alive until an ambulance and medical treatment is available.

HSD offers CPR for Family and Friends (a non-certified class) available to Bank/Fund staff and spouses. Learn vital lifesaving techniques in this intensive course. Included in the program are a comprehensive lecture, demonstrations of one-rescuer CPR, anti-choking techniques, and hands-on practice. You will receive an American Heart Association participation card. If you need to certify, the instructor will be contacted prior to class to make specific arrangements. Classes are scheduled several times throughout the year by the Health Promotion Office.


First Aid IconFirst Aid
Learn to handle emergencies

Time: from 9:00am-12:00pm
Dates: TBA
Registration: Please contact Matt Streich, the Program Manager, at 301-530-5344 or email: matt@heartlinecpr.com. For additional queries, email healthpromotion@worldbank.org
Fee: $40, non-refundable
Promotion: Register for both First Aid and Infant First Aid/CPR for only $75!

First Aid classes are conducted by Heartline CPR, Inc. This is a 3-hour training session. Please review the course outline below to decide whether you would like to register.


Infant First Aid IconInfant First Aid/CPR
Learn to handle baby emergencies

Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2012
Registration: Please contact Matt Streich, the Program Manager, at 301-530-5344 or email: matt@heartlinecpr.com. For additional queries, email healthpromotion@worldbank.org
Fee: $40, non-refundable
Promotion: Register for both First Aid and Infant First Aid/CPR for only $75!

One of our most popular courses, Infant CPR/First Aid conducted by Heartline CPR, Inc., combines lectures, demonstrations, hands-on training and practice. In this 3-hour class, participants will learn to recognize and respond to emergencies for infants up to 12 months of age.


Mindful MeditationMindfulness Meditation
Five Week Training Course

Introductory Session: Thursday, January 12, 2012
Time: 12:15pm
Five Week Training: Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22—All Levels of Practitioners
Time: 12:15 - 1:00pm
Venue: MC2-520
Registration: For details and drop-in rates, click the “register” button at Visit Yourself.net
Fee: SPECIAL FALL RATE: Register for 5 to 10 sessions (rates slide from $24/session when you register for 5 sessions to $18/session when you register for 10)
Questions: healthpromotion@worldbank.org

Feel good about yourself and your wallet the more you meditate! Remember, you can always make-up any missed class for free!

Scientific studies have demonstrated the benefits of mindfulness meditation in the reduction of stress. Practitioners commonly report an increased ability to relax, enhanced energy and enthusiasm for life, greater self-esteem, better concentration, and an ability to cope more effectively with stress at work and in other areas of daily life. 

HALF-DAY RETREAT

Date: TBA
Time: 9:00am-12:30pm
Venue: MC-C2-131
Offered by: Klia Bassing, Visit Yourself at Work
Registration: at Visit Yourself.net
Fee: $45 (WBG/IMF discount)

Mindfulness Meditation retreats are a gift to oneself–to relax, gain stress–relief and focus, and get a mindfulness boost. This gentle and restorative time, often enjoyed in silence, will include three guided sitting meditations, two walking meditations (modifications offered according to physical ability), an eating meditation, and Q&A. Klia’s teaching style is compassionate and humorous. Both novices and practiced meditators are welcome

Questions? Contact Cheri Bennett

 


Mindful MeditationTranscendental Meditation
Clear Thinking, Better Health


Date: TBA
Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Venue: TBA
Registration: Not required
Presented by Sarina J. Grosswald, EdD; Executive Director, David Lynch Foundation, Arlington, Virginia 
Questions: healthpromotion@worldbank.org
Experience transcendental meditation. This technique requires just 20 minutes 2x a day, yet yields benefits in all areas of life. Join millions who report less stress, more happiness, clearer thinking, and more harmonious relationships through daily practice. Learn more at http://tm.org.

Weight Watcher IconWeight Watchers at Work
Conquer the challenges of weight loss

Registration:
Wednesdays at the World Bank (MC2-520)
Mondays at the IMFHQ2-5A-812
Time: 1:00-1:30pm
Fee: A non-refundable fee of $186 is needed at the time of registration.

The Weight Watchers At Work 17-week, one-hour program is led by specially trained leaders who know first-hand the challenges of weight loss and have conquered them. Weekly meetings discuss how to make healthy choices and overcome challenges when eating by focusing on a nutritious food plan, behavioral support, a maintenance plan and group support.

Free eTools for 19-weeks is included during this series—some restrictions apply. Participants can join either the Monday or Wednesday group meetings, whichever suits their schedule for that week. For more information, please send e-mail to healthpromotion@worldbank.org.