October 2007

Dear UDS Staff:

UDS cares about its employees and we're continually making improvements to make UDS a great place to work. This year, with the approval and support of the UDS Senior Management Team, a Wellness Committee has been established to develop a workplace Wellness Program. The idea is to work in a setting that will support the values of choosing a healthy lifestyle.

We need your help and ask that you complete the employee survey listed below. The success of the program depends a great deal on how well it meets your needs. If you completed a survey at our Wellness Day on September 20th, there is no need to complete another form. Thank you.

Although a healthy lifestyle is a personal choice, this program will provide you with informaiton that can make it easier for you to make healthy choices. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to its fullest.

Thank you very much in advance for helping us launch our workplace wellness program. This is a great opportunity for all of us to come together.

The Wellness Committee

Please answer the following questions as honestly as you can. You do not have to share your name, all answers will be compiled as a group.

1. Would you buy healthy snacks if available? Examples: pretzels, cereals, yogurt, 1% or skim milk, fresh fruits, 100% juice, dried fruits. Yes No

2. Would you use your break for a personal activity? example: stretching, yoga or a walk, if there were a place to do it? Yes No

3. Would you participate in group activities encouraging healthy eating or physical activity if there were offered to staff? Yes No

4. Are you satisfied with your current state of health?
Yes No

5. Do you make time for at least 20 minutes of physical activity 3 times a week? Yes No

6. Do you think about your health when deciding what to eat?
Yes No

7. Do you smoke cigarettes?. Yes No
Are you interested in trying to quit? Yes No

8. Are you more than 10 pounds over your ideal weight? Yes No

9. Do you know what your blood pressure is or what it should be?
Yes No

10. Are you concerned about reducing your level of mental stress?
Yes No

11. Do you know what your cholesterol level is? Yes No

12. Do you have periodic bouts of low back pain? Yes No

13. What do you consider your major health risk?

Continue to read your Connection newsletter and surf the UDS website for up-to-date Wellness Program information. Thank you again.