Who hasn't tossed and turned when things are stressful? Lack of sleep has been linked to chronic health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and depression. But your mental state can also interfere with sleep. Read more to learn about how stress can affect your sleep and to get ideas for getting more rest...

If stress and worry impact your ability to sleep well, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to help. Counselors are available to support you and your family at no cost.  Your EAP counselor can be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week: (800) 478-2812 or MagellanHealth.com/member.

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The AlaskaCare Health Fair is coming to Anchorage! Health screenings will be offered to employee and retiree AlaskaCare Health Plan members, age 18 and older. See a list of available tests.

• Anchorage, November 2 and 3, 8 a.m. to noon, Alaska Regional Hospital

Flu shots are only available on November 2.

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Román’s current wellness goal is to lose 100 pounds of body fat. He started working towards this target in January 2013 by completing a 12-week transformation challenge. Román continued working out after finishing the 12-week program because he realized how amazing he was feeling, how much healthier he was, and how much he enjoyed exercising. As of October, Román has lost about 76 pounds! Read more to find out how Román has lost this weight and inspired others to achieve their wellness goals...

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The winter holiday season can be fun and festive. It can also be stressful and tiring. You are invited to learn more about limiting your stress during the holidays during a live Webinar on Wednesday, November 13, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Register for this Webinar or learn more about thriving during the holidays on our Web site.

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Sleep is nature’s way of recharging your batteries, restoring your spirits, and healing the little wounds of daily life. A study of nearly 16,000 adults found that those who regularly enjoyed a good night’s sleep were also those who enjoyed overall better health and longevity. Visit the Wellness Challenge page to participate in this month’s challenge and learn how to wake up every day happier and refreshed!

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Poor sleep health is a common problem, with 25 percent of U.S. adults reporting insufficient sleep or rest at least 15 out of every 30 days. Adequate sleep, like nutrition and exercise, is vital to physical and emotional health. Join the HealthSmart Wellness Team this month to find out how to sleep your way to better health! Sign up for one of the following lunch-n-learns:

• Tuesday, November 12, 12 noon to 12:30 p.m.
• Thursday, November 14, 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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This recipe replaces cannelloni pasta with broiled eggplant to reduce carbs and to give you extra fiber. A creamy goat cheese, olive, and caper filling is rolled up in each slice of eggplant. The eggplant rolls are then baked with a simple, homemade red pepper garlic sauce. Check out the recipe... 

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