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[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″] FAT MYTHS AND FACTS Myth: We don’t really need fat in our diets. Fact: Yes, in fact we do. Fat is in every food source (9 calories per gram), and is important for the absorption of fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) and hormone production. And, it helps to keep […]

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Safe & Sound

PREVENTION OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS IN THE WORKPLACE Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) affect the muscles, nerves, blood vessels, ligaments and tendons. At the University of Utah, employees in different departments and occupations can be exposed to risk factors at work, such as lifting heavy items, bending, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling heavy loads, working in awkward body […]

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HR Updates

OPEN ENROLLMENT COMING IN MAY Open enrollment materials for university employee benefits will be mailed in May. To avoid a delay in receiving your packet, please check your mailing address in the Campus Information System (CIS) as soon as possible.  To access CIS, go to the University of Utah home page at utah.edu.  Click on […]

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