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Healthful Links

Better You from Blue: Next Steps

Chronic conditions such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes account for 70% of all U.S. deaths and are linked to unhealthy lifestyles. Take advantage of FREE telephonic health coaching to help you make better choices. Call the Next Steps program at 1-800-477-3736, ext. 54837 or email NextSteps@bcbsfl.com.

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Emergency room alternatives for PCSB employees...

Employee Assistance Program (EPA)

Benefit with free services from Horizon Health: self-renewal, legal, financial, child and elder care assistance. What's happening in August 2009...

Smoking Cessation

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 28,700 adult deaths in Florida can be attributed to smoking annually.   Visit www.floridaquitline.com or call 1.877.U.CAN.NOW for free counseling and nicotine replacement therapies provided by The Florida Department of Health and Tobacco Free Florida. For more information on kicking the habit, contact Darcee Mora at the PCSB Wellness Program at 648-3057.

Everyday Healthful Links

The following websites provide a wealth of information on health and wellness issues.