Health Clinic Newsletter

May  2023

Jackson College has partnered with Henry Ford Jackson Hospital to offer Jackson College students and employees medical care evaluation and treatment from the clinic’s caring staff. A licensed nurse practitioner and technical staff will be in the office to see patients, make diagnosis and assessment, prescribe medications or make referrals.

HEALTH CLINIC HOURS
Monday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. (virtual care only)


Call 517.990.1374 to make an appointment.

Global Employee Health and Fitness Month
 

Global employee health and fitness month is observed every May. The mission of this initiative is to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle to employers and their employees through workforce promotion activities as well as providing a healthy environment. 

Physical and mental health conditions are directly linked to lost productivity at work. In the United States the average adult spends one third of their day on the job (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023). Therefore, employers are in a unique position to promote health with their employees in the workplace.

Benefits of Exercise
 

A few of the known benefits of exercise include:   

•Improved sleep
•Prevents weight gain      
•Boosts immune system
•Decreases stress
•Improves attention span (Gow et. Al, 2010).

Studies have shown that students and employees who exercise are more productive, have less stress, have better memories, are better problem solvers and have higher energy levels (National Today, 2023).

Jackson College Promotes Wellness
 

Jackson College is invested in the physical and mental health of their staff and students. This can be seen through different initiatives available on campus. Listed are the available resources provided by Jackson College:

Jackson College Health Clinic – Jackson College has partnered with Henry Ford Jackson Hospital to offer healthcare to Jackson College students and employees. The Jackson College Health Clinic (JCHC) is located on Central Campus in the Justin Whiting Hall, Room 111. The caring and professional staff at the JCHC provides quality healthcare, including annual exams (physicals, program physicals and sports physicals), acute and chronic illness care and preventative health care (It’s Your Life). 

It’s Your Life Wellness Program - It's Your Life is a comprehensive and personalized health management program offered to JC employees that support individuals as they find their path to health and well-being and guides organizations in building a culture of health. It’s Your Life is a proven program that provides health risk appraisals, health screenings, health coaching, wellness presentations and classes and reduces the employees’ health risk and insurance costs. 

Oasis Center – Jackson College has partnered with Family Services and Children’s Aid to offer a mental health support center. The Oasis Center supports our students and employees in their personal mental health needs by providing a variety of free and confidential counseling services.  

Dental Clinic - The Dental Clinic is available for all Jackson College students, staff and community members.  The dental clinic offers dental cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatments, oral cancer screenings, oral health instruction and nutritional advising.  

Health and Fitness classes - Jackson College central campus has the Victor Cuiss Fieldhouse. At this location students and staff can take advantage of open gym basketball, indoor running track with no additional charge. The strength and conditioning center are also available at a minimal cost. Lifetime learning class are especially designed to accommodate students, staff and community members who are interested in fitness classes but do not need the academic credit. These classes are $90 per semester and only $73.50 for seniors over the age of 65 

Jets Trail - a walking and fitness trail, was created to provide Jackson College students, employees and community members a safe place to enjoy nature, have conversations, build relationships and become healthier. 

Disc Golf – The Disc Golf Course is an 18-hole course, created to provide Jackson College students, employees and community members a place to play the growing sport of disc golf.

Conclusion
 

Taking charge of your health starts with eating healthy, being active and living tobacco free. Where you work can also play a role on your health and making healthy choices. Jackson College is committed to the overall health of its employees. Please take some time during the month of May to take a walk on the Jets Trail or make a visit to improve your health by stopping at the Jackson College Health Clinic. Remember regular physical activity improves overall physical and mental health and reduces your risk for chronic conditions.

References
 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2023). Workplace health strategies. Retrieved April 25, 2023.

Gow, R., Trace, S., & Mazzeo, S., (2010). Preventing weight gain in the first year college students: an online intervention to prevent the “freshman fifteen.” Eat Behavior Jan 11 (1) 33-39. DOI: 10.1016/j.eatbeh.2009.08.005 

National Today (2023). Global employee health and fitness month. Retrieved April 25, 2023.