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In collaboration with the Employee Assistance Program, join the Stress Management Wellbeing Peer Circle, a supportive and interactive space to share ideas, build healthier habits, and explore stress management strategies with NIH colleagues. These informal, discussion-based sessions offer a chance to unwind, recharge, and connect—bring your tools and perspectives for a candid conversation. Sessions will be held virtually on Wednesdays from May 13 through June 17, 12:00–12:30 PM EST, and are facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker. Please note these are not therapy sessions; for individual support, contact the NIH Employee Assistance Program at 301-496-3164. Participant link to join.
Celebrate Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 15th from 7:00 am – 9:30 am EST in front of Building 1! Join us – rain or shine – for an environmentally friendly, cost effective, fun, and healthy way to get to work. To register for this free event visit https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/ and click on the “Register" icon on the top right. Enter your employer as "MD Montgomery Co National Institutes of Health." To prepare, join a DATS webinar on May 7 at 1:00 p.m. EST featuring event details and tips for first-time bike commuters. Please click here to join. Open to all NIH employees, contractors and trainees.
Monthly Mindfulness Sessions
Non-Sleep Deep Rest: Release Stress and Restore Your Nervous System with Allison: Wednesday, April 22, 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM EST. Celebrate the energy of spring and support your well-being during National Stress Awareness Month with the practice of non-sleep deep rest (NSDR).NSDR is rooted in the ancient tradition of yoga nidra (“nidra” meaning sleep) and combines mindful breathing, a guided body scan, and visualization to bring the body into a deeply relaxed yet aware state. This restorative practice can help reduce stress, boost resilience, and renew energy during the busy spring season.
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Mindfulness Moment: Pause & Protect – Midday Mindfulness with Leslie: Thursday, April 30, 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM EST. Take a short midday pause to reset and recharge with a guided mindfulness meditation. In recognition of Skin Cancer Awareness Month for May, this session invites you to build awareness of your body and consider simple, supportive practices for overall well-being, including skin health. Participants will be guided through breathing and body awareness to reduce tension and return to the day with renewed focus. All are welcome; no experience is necessary - join from wherever you are.
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Colorful Choices Spring Health Challenge- Registration is open!
The
simplest, most effective nutrition program ever — no calorie counting, no
weighing or measuring. Just easy-to-remember daily selections of colorful
produce — more than 140 to choose from. A diet rich with fruits and vegetables
is exceptionally healthy. It can reduce your risk of medical conditions while
increasing energy and brightening your outlook. Registration is now closed.
- Last day of the program Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Last day to log activity Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Freedom from Smoking
Freedom From Smoking, America’s gold standard smoking cessation program, is a proven way to quit smoking. Gain the skills you need to stop smoking for good. The program includes: 7 weeks of live instruction with a trained coach, support from the quit-smoking specialist at the Lung HelpLine, access to program materials at no cost to you, including relaxation exercises, referral to a free supply of nicotine patches and/or gum via MD QUIT NOW. Offered free of charge through Suburban Hospital and available to the NIH community. Sessions occur every Wednesday beginning May 13- June 24 & Friday June 5 from 6:00 PM EST- 7:30 PM EST. Learn more.
Take Your Child to Work Day
Inspire the next generation of NIH daughters and sons in grades 1-12 to explore career paths in science and public service at our nation’s medical research agency on Thursday, April 23 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST! Register your school-aged daughters and sons for an In Person and Virtual day of discovery. Show them the important work you do and let them explore other occupations that support the public health services NIH delivers every day. Help them make the important connection between what they're learning in school today and the impact it can have on their future tomorrow. TYCTWD is In Person and Virtual. Learn more.
Mobile Health Screenings
Our popular mobile health screening van is returning to campus on Wednesday, April 29 from 8:00 AM EST - 2:30 PM EST (closed for lunch 11:30-12:15). NIH employees, contractors, and trainees can receive real-time health checks including BMI, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, and Hemoglobin A1C- without leaving campus, waiting in a clinic, or re-arranging your schedule! Reserve your slot today! Walk-ins welcome! You do not need to be a Kaiser member to participate. Note: Lab draws are prohibited if completed within the last 6 months.
The Truth About Sugars
Cut through the confusion on sugar and artificial sweeteners—join our April 30 session to learn what you need to know and how to reduce your intake. Discover simple, practical tips you can start using right away to make healthier choices. Attend live from 12:00–1:00 PM EST or register to access the recording anytime. Register today.
Veterans 3-Part Wellness Series
The Veterans with Disabilities Wellness 3-part series offers expert-guided strategies to support physical and mental well-being. Topics include mindfulness and self-care for stress management, as well as musculoskeletal health and chronic pain management to help participants better understand and care for their bodies. Sessions also address anxiety, depression, and PTSD, providing a supportive space to build coping skills and connect with resources. Open to Veteran NIH employees, contractors, and trainees and their families and friends, all at no-cost. Webinars include a live Q&A with Kaiser Permanente physicians. Learn more about this series which begins on Tuesday, May 12 from 1:00 PM EST - 2:00 PM EST.
Understanding Medicare
Confused about Medicare? Join our session on Tuesday, May 12 from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST to break down Parts A, B, C, and D. Get practical tips for choosing the right coverage and learn how to enroll with confidence. Plus, discover how to plan for health care costs as part of your retirement strategy—reserve your virtual seat here: Reserve your virtual seat today.
Better Sleep for Better Health
Struggling
to get quality sleep? Join our Better Sleep for Better Health session on
May 13 from 12:00 PM EST –1:00 PM EST to learn how better rest can boost both
your physical and mental well-bein. Gain practical tips you can start using
right away. Register now to attend live or get access to the recording. Available to all NIH employees, contractors, and trainees.
Emotionally Healthy Spending
Take control of your money—and your mindset—at our Emotionally Healthy Spending webinar on Wednesday, May 13 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST. Learn practical strategies to curb impulse spending, set financial boundaries, and navigate tough money conversations with confidence. Discover simple ways to reduce stress and build a healthier relationship with your finances. Reserve your virtual seat today.
NIH Clubs (Bethesda Campus)
Interested in joining fellow employees and guests in NIH Club activities, on and off-campus? Check out our clubs:
We all know there is a need to take pause during the workday, and yet sometimes it seems hard to step away. If you’d like some new ideas, or you are not sure what to do for your well-being when you take a pause, this guide offers five tips to reset and nourish yourself.
NIH Clubs (Bethesda Campus)
Interested in joining fellow employees and guests in NIH Club activities, on and off-campus? Check out three new clubs:
Recent Recordings
8 Dimensions of Well-being: Emotional Health
A workshop on key priciples for supporting your emotional health every day and during uncertain times. View slides and recording.
The Art of Intentional Communication (January 2024)
A workshop on active listening and conscious communication to benefit your work and personal well-being. This webinar will highlight and demonstrate the key aspects of being fully present, observant, and purposeful in our words and actions with others. View slides and recording.
Preventative Care Guidelines (December 2024)
Learn the importance of preventing, finding, and managing health problems with an array of tools to support your preventative care. Recording.
Menopause 101: Supporting the Shift with Sleep, Physical Activity & Nutrition (November 2024)
For many women, the array of physical, cognitive and emotional symptoms can begin up to ten years prior to menopause and continue during the post-menopausal years. A community approach can support us all. View recording, download PPT slides or three-page flyer.
Reading The Food Label (October 2024)
Kaiser Permanente's Health Educator teaches NIH staff how to read the USDA food label, practical tips for portion control, and understanding key ingredients. View the recording.
Wellness Workshop: Stress Management (September 2024)
Learn tips and tricks for managing stress and burnout - explore the effects of stress and how to mitigate them in your everyday life. View the recording.
Nutrition & Meal Planning for the Whole Family (August 2024)
Speakers from NIDDK and ORS discussed eating for your microbiome, recipes that support gut health, and meal planning to benefit the whole family. View the recording. Download a PDF of the slides, or view the PPT. Staff also shared recipes with one another during the workshop. Check out the (anonymous) Google doc for more meal-planning tips from your NIH community!
Setting Boundaries and Seeking Work-Life Balance (August 2024)
Connect with the Wellness@NIH community about the importance of balancing personal and professional life. Learn tips and tricks for communicating and setting boundaries and ways to maximize work-life balance this summer. View the recording and the workshop slides.
Unlocking the Door to Men's Health - Webinar
(June 2024)Panelists from NIMH and Wellness at NIH discussed the importance of taking care of ourselves so we can take care of others. We addressed societal norms, despair, stress, coping skills, and the importance of preventative health, among other topics. The event has passed -
view recording.
