Healthy choices

Wellness is about having a healthy attitude and lifestyle. You’ll feel better, look better, perform better and live longer. It’s never too late to change bad habits and start good ones, like quitting smoking, exercising or eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. Wellness is a way of life that says you care about your health and about yourself.

Think about what wellness means to you and make healthy choices every day.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.

Depression symptoms

Too much stress for too long can sometimes lead to depression. It’s a serious illness that involves the body, mood and thoughts. Without proper treatment, symptoms can last for weeks, months or years. Symptoms of depression include:

• Persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood.
• Feelings of hopelessness or extreme pessimism.
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness.
• Loss of interest or pleasure in life.
• Less energy, difficulty concentrating and changes in sleeping and eating patterns.

We all have bad days and being a little depressed from time to time is normal. It’s when the feelings persist that should raise concerns. If you experience any of these symptoms for more than a week, talk to your doctor. Medication and/or counseling can effectively treat the problem.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.