Category: Health

Learn more about what’s in store for benefits in 2020 at the Lab’s Open Enrollment Benefits fair on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Perseverance Hall. Despite increases in health care costs nationwide, UC’s premium changes are moderate, with some members even seeing decreases. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NGp0dDRoY21vbDJvdGJxZmFmNnExZm02MzggbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com

Although the Lab’s annual earthquake drill, which had been scheduled for today, has been postponed, the 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake is a reminder that you should always be prepared. Watch our video on packing a go-bag for work and see other tips for preparing at home. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/emergencies/emergency-management/preparing-for-an-emergency?authuser=0

The Berkeley Fire Department and community groups are sponsoring a free community emergency prep day on Saturday, Oct. 12, at James Kenney Park, 1720 8th St. in Berkeley, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn how to use a fire extinguisher, experience the shake truck, and prepare your pets, and your family. https://bdpnnetwork.org/event/community-based-dp-demofair-2019/

Fire experts say you may have as little as two minutes to get out of your house after a fire alarm sounds. Do you have a plan to get your entire family to safety if that alarm goes off tonight? Read about how to plan and practice an escape plan. https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Staying-safe/Preparedness/Fire-Prevention-Week/~/link.aspx?_id=CB3610E8F1164B1AAC9AB2C2B8896641&_z=z

Employees are invited to get a personal health snapshot by having their cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, and BMI measured by the Lab’s Health Services. For best results, fasting is recommended. The process takes about 15 minutes. SLOTS NOW FULL, NEXT SESSION WILL TAKE PLACE IN JANUARY. https://ehs.lbl.gov/2019/06/25/know-your-numbers/