Total Rewards Quarterly Newsletter LIVE WELL • WORK WELL
By Natasha Carter, UHC Health Advocate
// YOUR HEALTH //
When It Comes to Your Health, Are You the Buffalo or the Cow?
When I was growing up, my grandfather used to tell me many stories. Here is the story of the Buffalo and the Cow.
Out on the plains there are two animals that graze the field: the buffalo and the cow. On those large flatlands you can feel storms coming from far away and see the walls of clouds barreling toward you.
The buffalo picks its head up, sees the storm, and runs straight toward it. While the cow immediately runs
in the opposite direction, away from the storm. The buffalo, strong and brave, quickly came out on the other side of the storm. While the cow, trying to outrun and avoid the storm, would actually run with it, staying in it longer, until it finally passed the cow, tired and worn.
Partners, be the buffalo; have the mindset of proactively getting regular medical checkups and preventive screenings.
Regular exams allow healthcare professionals to detect and treat issues early. And it protects us all from unexpected healthcare costs, which keeps our insurance programs strong.
Your Total Rewards team is here to help you on your health journey. And don’t forget, TD rewards you for getting your annual exams.
Written by Jackie Britto, TDIndustries Benefits Analyst
PARA ESPAÑOL ESCANEA AQUÍ
+ Chest pain
+ Difficulty breathing
+ Major burns
+ Allergies
+ Pink eye
+ Earaches
+ Minor broken bones
+ Stomach pain
+ COVID-19 symptoms
Save Money by Visiting an Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room
Did you know there are alternatives to an Emergency Room visit that can save you time and money?
On average, you can save approximately $2,400 by going to an urgent care clinic instead of the emergency room. Urgent care clinics are a good option to receive care from licensed doctors and healthcare professionals for serious conditions that need immediate attention but aren’t life threatening.
Find an urgent care clinic near you at myuhc.com, and be prepared in the event something unexpected happens.
Teladoc is another great, FREE option to speak to a doctor over the phone or video for minor conditions. Sign up at teladoc.com to request an appointment.
Two Options for Online Therapy
We all have thoughts and behaviors that hold us back. With online therapy, you’ll learn to discover and overcome these hurdles with the support of a licensed counselor. In-person therapy available for both options.
UHC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIRECTORY
Visit myuhc.com and look for therapists with Virtual Care Offered
TALKSPACE
Go to Talkspace.com/connect and choose Use My Insurance Benefits
$10 copay/visit with TD’s medical insurance
and well-being
Get Support to Build Healthier Habits
Now’s a great time to start taking small steps toward lasting change with Real Appeal! This online weight management program can help you create a healthier lifestyle. Get started today at enroll.realappeal.com.
What you get:
• Supportive coach and group sessions to keep you on track
• Success kit with online fitness classes, scales and more
• Relevant topics like emotional eating, mindset and motivation and more
Available to Partners and eligible dependents 18+ on TD’s medical insurance. // REAL APPEAL //
• An advanced blood glucose meter and as many strips and lancets as you need (all at no cost to you)
• Real-time support when you’re out of recommended glucose range Available to Partners and eligible dependents on TD’s medical insurance.
