Did you know that taking care of your digestive health is one of the best things you can do for your overall health? “Gut health,” as it’s often referred to, helps protect your body from infection and inflammation, strengthens your immune system, supports your mental health, and much more. [...]
Schedule your preventive health visit today Preventive health visits are vital for your well-being. They help you maintain your health and identify potential problems. And—as a PacificSource member—they’re free. What to expect: Preventive health visits are routine physicals. Your doctor checks your height, weight, heart rate, and blood pressure. [...]
There’s a reason casseroles have retained their popularity over the decades. They’re fuss-free, economical, and make a satisfying, hot meal on a cold winter night. In addition, you can cook in bulk and freeze to enjoy later if you like. In this video, PacificSource Well-being Program Manager Sabrina Black [...]
Between demanding work lives and personal or family needs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The common response to ever-growing workloads is to work harder and put in longer hours, rather than to step back and find a new way of operating. Feeling perpetually overwhelmed has a range of negative [...]
Ah, homemade soup. It’s healthy, versatile, easy, and delicious. What’s not to love? And during the cold winter months, it’s just about the perfect meal—providing cozy warmth from the inside out. In this video, PacificSource Well-being Program Manager Sabrina Black shares one of her go-to recipes that even picky [...]
5 tips for stress-free time off From personal days to vacation, stress-free time off is vital for R&R. Time off can come in many forms. You may receive hourly PTO (paid time off), or you may be a student taking a break. Regardless of how it’s defined, everyone needs [...]
If you can’t snooze, you lose. Once you realize how much sleep affects your energy level, brain function, metabolism, body weight, immune response, and mood, you’ll see why these six strategies give quality-sleep habits the wake-up call they deserve: Increase bright light exposure during the day. Natural sunlight or bright [...]
Sometimes people need a hand when it comes to healthcare. PacificSource members can get help from our Member Support team. Here are some of the ways we can assist: Basic needs Housing—Connecting you with resources to help pay rent, mortgage, or other housing-related costs. Food—Connecting members experiencing food insecurity [...]
Breathe in. Breathe out. Repeat the process in an unhurried manner. When you want to calm your nervous system, mindful breathing is a proven way to relieve stress and control anxiety. In fact, it’s clear that mindful breathing is one of the most powerful tools available to calm ourselves [...]
Opioids are a class of drugs used for pain. When taken as prescribed by your doctor, they can help reduce pain. However, these drugs may be harmful to your health if not used as directed. Using opioids incorrectly or for a long time can increase the risk of misuse. [...]
