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Microsoft Exchange 2007

The health science center will soon be upgrading its e-mail server to Microsoft Exchange 2007. What does this mean for you?

  • Bigger e-mail boxes (3x the space)
  • More user-friendly web mail
  • Faster logon time
  • New features

All of your current emails will remain intact after the migration is complete. The upgrade is scheduled to take place in January. More details to come.

Get Ready for Tax Time

To prepare for filing your Federal Income tax, now's the time to verify the address on your current pay stub. Your W2 form for filing with your Federal Income Tax will be mailed to the address listed on your pay stub by Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009. If your address is not correct, inform your departmental contact person or e-mail sdr@uth.tmc.edu to avoid a delay in receiving this important payroll tax document.

Save the date: 5th Annual Wellness Fair

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston will hold the 5th Annual Wellness Fair, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the UT Medical School Leather Lounge. The wellness fair is open to all students, faculty and staff of the health science center and offers a variety of health related information and activities. Some of the health related activities may include blood pressure, bone density and vision screenings, as well as chair massages and door prizes.

If your department is interested in having a booth at the fair or if you would like to volunteer for the fair, contact Pauline.M.Habetz@uth.tmc.edu, 713-500-8425.

WorkLife Wellness Tip of the Week

According to new research in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, a lack of vitamin D increases the risk for heart attacks and strokes. Vitamin D is well known as the "sunshine vitamin" because human skin makes the nutrient upon exposure to sunlight. Experts estimate that up to half of adults and 30 percent of children and teenagers in the United States are vitamin D-deficient, according to the report.

Obviously, people need to balance the risks and benefits of sun exposure, but as little as 10 to 15 minutes a day of direct sunshine can be enough. It is difficult for most people to get sufficient amounts of vitamin D in the foods we eat, so appropriate supplementation is another option. If you have any concerns, talk with your doctor. There's more on recommended levels of vitamins and other nutrients at the U.S. Office of Dietary Supplements.

If you want to make progress in your pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, call and make an appointment with Sam Hester, cWC, CPT, LWMC, our wellness coach at 713-500-3327. It's confidential and free. Visit UT Counseling and WorkLife Services, for more information on the services provided.

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