http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/ News Feed from Purdue University News Service en-us Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/health-coaching-helps-employees-live-tobacco-free-and-lower-medical-premium.html West Lafayette faculty and staff ready to stop tobacco use can find help through the Center for Healthy Living. The center provides Living Tobacco Free health coaching at no charge to benefits-eligible employees and to family members covered on a Purdue medical plan. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/health-coaching-helps-employees-live-tobacco-free-and-lower-medical-premium.html Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/services-help-employees-needing-mris-or-ct-scans-get-required-approval,-find-reasonable-price.html Employees and family members covered on a Purdue medical plan who need high-tech imaging, like an MRI or CT scan, have two services to help them get the right test at a reasonable price: MedSolutions and Castlight. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/services-help-employees-needing-mris-or-ct-scans-get-required-approval,-find-reasonable-price.html Wed, 29 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-workshops-to-focus-on-healthy-eating,-physical-activity.html Faculty and staff can learn tips for healthy midday eating and strategies for increasing their physical activity at June workshops offered by the Center for Healthy Living (CHL). To register for the workshops, call Amber Simons, wellness coordinator at 49-46475. Limited seats are available. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-workshops-to-focus-on-healthy-eating,-physical-activity.html Wed, 22 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-millie-fenneman.html Millie Fenneman joined the Center for Healthy Living staff May 13 as the practice administrator. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-millie-fenneman.html Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-offers-health-coaching.html Faculty and staff have access to convenient care with highly trained professionals at the Center for Healthy Living. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-offers-health-coaching.html Wed, 01 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/health-care-strategy-committee-wants-ideas-from-faculty-and-staff.html The Health Care Strategy Committee is looking for faculty and staff ideas to help curb rising Purdue medical plan costs. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/health-care-strategy-committee-wants-ideas-from-faculty-and-staff.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/allergies-and-stress-focus-of-center-for-healthy-living-workshops-in-may.html Faculty and staff can learn ways to cope with seasonal allergies and stress at the Center for Healthy Living's May workshops. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/allergies-and-stress-focus-of-center-for-healthy-living-workshops-in-may.html Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-portal-offers-online-appointment-scheduling-and-more.html Faculty and staff can schedule Center for Healthy Living appointments online through the center's portal at https://purdue.opticonsite.com. Employees will sign on by using their Purdue career account and password. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-portal-offers-online-appointment-scheduling-and-more.html Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-kim-jefvert.html Nurse practitioner Kim Jefvert joined the Center for Healthy Living staff April 15. With Jefvert's arrival, the center now has four primary care providers. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-kim-jefvert.html Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-introduces-new-workshops-and-steps-to-health-challenge.html The Center for Healthy Living is now offering programs on a variety of topics designed to educate employees and improve their overall health. In addition to workshops, a four-week walking program is open for registration, offering plentiful health benefits and the possibility to receive a free pedometer and a gift card. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-introduces-new-workshops-and-steps-to-health-challenge.html Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/former-worklife-programs-staff-working-at-the-center-for-healthy-living.html As the series introducing Center for Healthy Living staff concludes, today’s installment features former WorkLife Programs staff who are now working at the center. They are Sara Primeau, employee assistance counselor; Amber Simons, wellness coordinator; Tina Hodson, administrative assistant; and Cheryl Laszynski, RN health coach. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/former-worklife-programs-staff-working-at-the-center-for-healthy-living.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-marva-pearson.html Practice administrator Marva Pearson is featured today in our series to introduce staff who work at the Center for Healthy Living. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/center-for-healthy-living-profile-marva-pearson.html Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/employees-now-need-pin-for-payflex-debit-cards.html Employees who have a PayFlex debit card for a flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) need to get a personal identification number (PIN) to ensure they can still use their cards. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q2/employees-now-need-pin-for-payflex-debit-cards.html Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/reminder-benefits-for-terminating-academic-year-faculty,-staff-end-on-last-day-of-employment.html Academic-year faculty and staff who are leaving Purdue at the finish of the semester are reminded that their benefits end on their last day of employment. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/reminder-benefits-for-terminating-academic-year-faculty,-staff-end-on-last-day-of-employment.html Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-rosemary-benjamin.html Today's installment in the series about staff at the Center for Healthy Living introduces Rosemary Benjamin, registered dietitian at the center. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-rosemary-benjamin.html Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/quarterly-perf-statements-now-provided-online,-instead-of-mailed.html As of January, quarterly statements for the Public Employees' Retirement Fund (PERF) are now electronic. Employees covered by PERF can view statements for the quarter ending Dec. 31, 2012, at PERF Online, www.benefitsweb.com/perf.html. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/quarterly-perf-statements-now-provided-online,-instead-of-mailed.html Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-jessica-green.html Today's installment in the series about staff at the Center for Healthy Living introduces Jessica Green, one of four medical assistants at the center. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-jessica-green.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/appointments-recommended-at-busy-center-for-healthy-living.html Employees and family members seeking care at the Center for Healthy Living are advised to make an appointment, rather than just to walk in. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/appointments-recommended-at-busy-center-for-healthy-living.html Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/two-ways-to-complete-center-for-healthy-living-intake-form.html A client's first visit to the Center for Healthy Living will include reviewing information on the client's intake form. Employees have two ways to complete the form. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/two-ways-to-complete-center-for-healthy-living-intake-form.html Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/workforce-development-library-available-to-faculty,-staff.html Human Resources Leadership and Organizational Development aims to expand the personal libraries of all Purdue faculty and staff through its Workforce Development Library, which provides access to leading publications online. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/workforce-development-library-available-to-faculty,-staff.html Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-jodi-briggs.html Today's entry in the continuing series to introduce staff who work at Purdue's new Center for Healthy Living features Jodi Briggs, one of four RN health coaches at the center. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-jodi-briggs.html Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-beth-ann-taylor.html This is the third in a series introducing staff who work at Purdue's new Center for Healthy Living. Beth Ann Taylor, the second nurse practitioner at the center, is featured today. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-beth-ann-taylor.html Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/retirement-plan-committee-keeps-watch-over-fund-performance.html Purdue's Retirement Plan Committee regularly reviews the investment funds offered in Purdue's retirement plan lineup to assure that the funds are performing up to plan standards. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/retirement-plan-committee-keeps-watch-over-fund-performance.html Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/employees-who-opted-out-of-purdue-medical-coverage-still-eligible-to-use-center-for-healthy-living.html All benefits-eligible employees may use the Center for Healthy Living, even if they have chosen not to participate in a Purdue medical plan. They are eligible for the following services at no charge: http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/employees-who-opted-out-of-purdue-medical-coverage-still-eligible-to-use-center-for-healthy-living.html Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-not-for-work-related-injuries-or-work-related-travel-immunizations.html The Center for Healthy Living is not an approved treatment facility for work-related injuries and illnesses, as Purdue has chosen to focus the center on primary care and wellness services for now. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-not-for-work-related-injuries-or-work-related-travel-immunizations.html Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/daylight-saving-time-begins-sunday.html Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday (March 10), meaning campus clocks will have to 'spring forward' this weekend. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/daylight-saving-time-begins-sunday.html Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-brochure-arrives-this-week.html Brochures offering information about the Center for Healthy Living were mailed this week to campus addresses. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-brochure-arrives-this-week.html Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-deidre-dudley.html This is the second in a series introducing staff who work at Purdue's new Center for Healthy Living. Deidre Dudley, one of two nurse practitioners at the center, is featured today. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-deidre-dudley.html Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-dr.-carolyn-cooper.html Today begins a series featuring staff who work at Purdue's new Center for Healthy Living. First up is Dr. Carolyn Cooper. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-profile-dr.-carolyn-cooper.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-opens-today,-offers-high-quality-health-care.html A full team of experienced health care professionals will help the Center for Healthy Living fulfill its mission: Provide Purdue employees with high-quality health care that's convenient and affordable. Opening today (Feb. 27) in the Purdue West Shopping Center at 1400 W. State St., the center will serve benefits-eligible employees and their dependents covered on the Purdue Choice Fund, Purdue Incentive or Purdue Copay medical plans. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-opens-today,-offers-high-quality-health-care.html Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-can-help-employees-save-money-on-office-visits,-lab-work.html Employees using the new Center for Healthy Living will get high-quality health care at hard-to-beat prices. The center opens Wednesday (Feb. 27) in the Purdue West Shopping Center at 1400 W. State St. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-can-help-employees-save-money-on-office-visits,-lab-work.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/appointments-being-taken-now-for-new-center-for-healthy-living.html The new Center for Healthy Living will open Wednesday (Feb. 27) in the Purdue West Shopping Center, 1400 W. State St. The center will serve benefits-eligible employees and their dependents covered on the Purdue Choice Fund, Purdue Incentive or Purdue Copay medical plans. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/appointments-being-taken-now-for-new-center-for-healthy-living.html Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-open-house-tuesday-afternoon,-wednesday-morning.html Purdue faculty, staff and families are invited to tour the new Center for Healthy Living and meet the center's staff during open house hours Tuesday (Feb. 26) and Wednesday (Feb. 27). http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/center-for-healthy-living-open-house-tuesday-afternoon,-wednesday-morning.html Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/questions-and-answers-added-to-center-for-healthy-living-website.html Faculty and staff looking for more information about the Center for Healthy Living can visit the new questions and answers page at www.purdue.edu/healthyliving. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/questions-and-answers-added-to-center-for-healthy-living-website.html Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/information-sessions-offer-chance-to-meet-center-for-healthy-living-staff.html Faculty and staff can meet a doctor, nurse practitioner or other health care professional from the Center for Healthy Living at sessions offered by Human Resources. The center is scheduled to open Feb. 27 in the Purdue West Shopping Center, 1400 W. State St. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/information-sessions-offer-chance-to-meet-center-for-healthy-living-staff.html Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/additional-seasonal-flu-shot-appointments-available-vaccine-supply-limited.html On Wednesday (Jan. 30), a limited supply of seasonal flu vaccine will be offered on the West Lafayette campus by appointment only. High flu activity continues nationwide, and WorkLife Programs has secured some additional flu vaccine. The vendor for these events is Maxim Health Systems. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/additional-seasonal-flu-shot-appointments-available-vaccine-supply-limited.html Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/view-construction-progress-at-center-for-healthy-living-website.html Construction is on schedule at the future site of the Center for Healthy Living. The project of turning a former grocery store into an employee health center is documented in a photo gallery on the center's website. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/view-construction-progress-at-center-for-healthy-living-website.html Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/worklife-programs-services-to-integrate-with-new-center-for-healthy-living.html Services provided by WorkLife Programs will be consolidated into the Center for Healthy Living when it opens in late February. Most WorkLife Programs staff will become employees of the center. Mindy Paulet, WorkLife Programs manager, will continue to work for Human Resources and will serve as Purdue's interface with the Center for Healthy Living, among other duties. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/worklife-programs-services-to-integrate-with-new-center-for-healthy-living.html Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/beware-of-phishing-scam-related-to-jp-morgan-chase.html Cigna has notified Purdue Human Resources that some customers have reported receiving automated calls and phishing emails that appear to be coming from JP Morgan Chase. These contacts ask for account information, and Purdue employees should not respond to these messages. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/beware-of-phishing-scam-related-to-jp-morgan-chase.html Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/upcoming-workshop-to-cover-effects-of-ostracism.html WorkLife Programs is offering a workshop to help employees deal with and recover from being excluded. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/upcoming-workshop-to-cover-effects-of-ostracism.html Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/health-care-strategy-committee-begins-work-wednesday.html The Health Care Strategy Committee is ready to pursue solutions to rising Purdue medical plan costs. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/health-care-strategy-committee-begins-work-wednesday.html Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/w-2s-will-show-value-of-purdue-health-insurance.html Employees will see the value of their 2012 Purdue health care coverage reported on their 2012 W-2 forms. The Affordable Care Act requires employers to report the cost of coverage provided under an employer-sponsored group health plan. For 2012, the amount is being reported to the Internal Revenue Service for informational purposes only. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/w-2s-will-show-value-of-purdue-health-insurance.html Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/tiaa-cref-to-announce-lower-costs-for-remaining-retirement-investments.html Faculty and staff who still have retirement funds with TIAA-CREF should watch for a letter from the company next week. The letter will be sent to the employee's home address and will announce lowered costs for money invested with CREF. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/tiaa-cref-to-announce-lower-costs-for-remaining-retirement-investments.html Fri, 04 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/new-employee-orientation-changes-location.html University-wide orientation for new employees is now taking place in a new location. All future orientation sessions will be held at the Córdova Recreational Sports Center, Boilermaker Room 2236. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/new-employee-orientation-changes-location.html Fri, 04 Jan 2013 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/worklife-programs-announces-january-offerings.html WorkLife Programs offers classes on a variety of topics designed to educate employees and improve their overall health. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2013/Q1/worklife-programs-announces-january-offerings.html Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/tier-1-lab-at-state-street-office-facility-announces-holiday-schedule.html The Tier 1 lab at State Street Office Facility (SSOF) will be closed Friday (Dec. 21) through Jan. 1 because of the holidays. The lab will resume normal hours on Jan. 2 at 7 a.m. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/tier-1-lab-at-state-street-office-facility-announces-holiday-schedule.html Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/hr-service-center-now-handling-all-west-lafayette-fmla-processing.html West Lafayette campus employees, supervisors and business office staff should now contact the Human Resources Service Center (HRSC) for anything related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/hr-service-center-now-handling-all-west-lafayette-fmla-processing.html Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/new-hr-help-service-increases-protection-of-sensitive-information.html A new Web service called HR Help is now ready to use. HR Help lets employees send messages back and forth with Human Resources within a secure system. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/new-hr-help-service-increases-protection-of-sensitive-information.html Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/worklife-programs-announces-january-offerings.html WorkLife Programs offers classes on a variety of topics designed to educate employees and improve their overall health. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2012/Q4/worklife-programs-announces-january-offerings.html