2024 HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FAIR
The Health and Well-Being Fair is an annual event, which aims to connect UI employees with well-being resources available to them at the University of Iowa and in the community. It was held on October 16, 2024 from 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the UI Field House Main Deck.
In 2024, liveWELL featured 49 vendors which included 22 UI Health Care services, 19 UI programs, and 8 community partners to provide resources that support health and well-being.
This report includes results from the Health and Well-Being Fair Feedback Survey which collected 238 responses
Highlights and Interactions
Flu Shots
Health Screenings
Chair Massages
Giveaways
Interactions
University Employee Health Clinic provided 144 flu vaccinations
Department of Health and Human Physiology and College of Pharmacy students provided 350 health screenings including glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and grip strength.
Local massage therapists provided over 150 chair massages.
The College of Dentistry handed out 800 toothbrushes. 243 participants completed the well-being survey at the liveWELL table and spun the wheel for a prize.
The Office of the Ombudsperson shared information with 203 participants.
1,000 ESTIMATED PARTICIPANTS
786 SWIPES upon entrance 97% PLAN ON APPLYING WHAT THEY LEARNED TO THEIR PERSONAL WELL-BEING 94%
EVENT WAS RESPECTFUL AND INCLUSIVE OF MY IDENTITIES 96% LEARNED A NEW SKILL OR INFORMATION to apply in work or life.
Volunteers and Interest
UI Health Care Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence Groups recruited 14 volunteers. The UI Health Care Trauma Program added 63 new individuals to their program interest lists.
TAKEAWAYS
The feedback survey showed that participants were likely to recommend the UI Health and Well-Being Fair for several reasons.
• Enjoyed their experience and appreciated that it was offered.
• Appreciated the opportunity to learn about a variety of departments and resources and speak with representatives at the tables.
• Appreciated the convenience of getting a flu shot at the event.
• Thought the massages were relaxing and great for stress relief.
• Enjoyed the interactive activities and games that were featured at many of the tables.
Vendors and UI students that helped provide information and administer health screenings also benefitted from the experience.
“I had a great experience interacting with attendees and employees from the University of Iowa. I was able to make great connections and contacts within the larger UI community.”
Fair Vendor
“One meaningful experience at the Health Fair was when I helped a participant who was initially apprehensive about the grip strength test. After I explained how grip strength serves as a screening tool for general body strength and overall health, they became more engaged and curious about the results.”
“One of my biggest takeaways from the Health Fair was the networking that was available with other students and faculty.”
“I learned that many staff members look forward to visiting the grip strength booth as they attend every year and remember booths or experiences that they enjoyed. I felt honored to be a part of that excitement!”
“One of my main takeaways from the Fair is how much I enjoy clinical settings. Being at the Fair reminded me how much I enjoy health and wellness and interacting with patients and or other people in the health and wellness field.”
Health and Human Physiology Students
#1 RESPONSE
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FAIR PROVIDES GOOD INFORMATION TO PARTICIPANTS
93% WOULD RECOMMEND THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FAIR TO A FRIEND OR COLLEAGUE
SPONSORS
University Human Resources, liveWELL
UI Recreational Services
University of Iowa Health Care
UI Staff Council
CONNECTING TO CAMPUS WELL-BEING
PERSONAL HEATLH ASSESSMENT IN ACTION
The Personal Health Assessment (PHA) is a 10-minute health survey that encourages employees to check in each year on their health behaviors and well-being and connect with programs and resources.
The aggregate findings from the PHA determine resources that are allocated to well-being programs and resources. Here are many ways the PHA informed the Health and Well-Being Fair this year.
• Preventative health screenings and immunizations The PHA asks employees each year if they have recently completed a screening for diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. It also asks if employees have completed their flu shot for the currnt year. The Health and Well-Being Fair provides a convenient opportunity for attendees to stay up to date with their preventative screenings and get their flu shot in one place.
• In person resources. When an employee completes the PHA, they are immediately connected to a variety of well-being resources in their tailored feedback report. The Health and Well-Being Fair is an opportunity for attendees to connect with these resources in real time to ask quesitons and seek support. The PHA shows that employees experience challenges such as financial stress, caregiving responsibilities, and unique health conditions. Support for these challenges were reflected in the numerous community partners and UI Health Care services present at the event.
• Connection and belonging. Well-being trends and the PHA show that feeling connected and a sense of beloinging at work is important for well-being. The Health and Well-Being Fair brings together departments and employees across the university for the purpose of learning and increasing well-being.