Benefits Bulletin

Be a Stronger and Healthier You in 2022

The OCPS Employee Wellness program and Cigna invite you to walk, bike or bench press your way to the top of the Orange County Public Schools Fitness Challenge leaderboard. Keep motivated by competing individually or joining a team.

Registration: Jan. 10-30 Challenge: Jan. 24-March 6 Here's how it works:

• Join as part of a team or participate on your own. • Log your activity minutes on the fitness challenge website or app and sync your fitness app to track your minutes automatically. • Track your progress against others on our leaderboards. • Chat with and cheer on your teammates on the interactive message board. • Earn badges to mark your achievements and help your team succeed. • Remember, every little bit counts.

Employees who register by Monday, Jan. 24 will be entered to win one of 500 LCD Smart Jump ropes, which are suitable for all fitness levels with the option to use with or without the rope.

Register starting Jan. 10*, by visiting:

http://orangecountypublicschools. globalfitnesschallenge.com

*You cannot register prior to Jan. 10.

Break a Sweat, not the Bank

OCPS Cigna members who are age 18 or older are eligible to take advantage of the Active&Fit™ program that is part of Cigna Healthy Rewards. With Active&Fit, you get to choose from a list of participating gyms for just $25 a month (plus a $25 enrollment fee and applicable taxes). Whether you want to go to the YMCA®, LA Fitness® or another participating gym, you can join at a low rate with no long-term contracts.

Where can you find more information?

Start by logging in to myCigna.com and follow these steps. 1. From the menu, choose "Wellness." 2. Click on "Wellness & Incentives." 3. Scroll down to "Total Wellness" and click on "Exercise." 4. Scroll down to "Healthy Rewards®" to "Gym Memberships & Digital Workouts" and click "Start Saving." 5. You will be redirected to the Active&Fit Direct™ website to join.

*This is a discount program and is NOT insurance.

This program is separate from your medical plan benefits. You are required to pay the entire discounted charge. Terms and conditions apply. The Active&Fit Direct program is provided by American Specialty Health Fitness, Inc., a subsidiary of American Specialty Health Incorporated. ASH and its subsidiaries are solely responsible for this program and are not affiliated with Cigna. Always consult your doctor prior to beginning a new exercise program. Your participation in this program may be subject to program terms and conditions and is at your sole risk.

Changes to Prescription Drug Formularly effective Jan. 1

Changes in the prescription drug formulary are occurring this month. Members will be notified by letter if their maintenance prescription is affected and no longer covered.

You can see charts with the more common drugs that have been impacted by this change, along with suggested formulary options, at http://Insurance.ocps.net. Select the Employee Wellness page on the left, and charts can be found under Pharmacy News. Remember, generic medications are preferred and are placed on the first or lowest copay tier ($18 for a 90-day supply at a CVS retail store or mail).

Get Your Tests!

Regular primary care and preventive screenings are essential to your health, and early detection can prolong your life. Members covered by one of the OCPS medical plans have preventive screenings* covered at 100%, prior to a deductible. Ask your primary care physician which preventive screenings are right for you.

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Colorectal cancer can be prevented by finding and removing a polyp before it becomes cancer. Regular screening beginning at age 45 is the key to preventing colorectal cancer and finding it early.

Cervical Cancer Screening

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend cervical cancer screening for women age 21 and older. If your Pap test result is normal, your doctor may tell you that you can wait three years until your next test.

The human papillomavirus vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 11-26. Receiving an HPV vaccine protects against the types of viruses that most often cause cervical cancer.

Breast Cancer Screening

Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat. Women age 40 and older should talk to their doctor about when to start and how often to get a mammogram.

Lung Cancer Screening

People ages 50-80 who smoke or used to smoke within the last 15 years are at higher risk for lung cancer. The only recommended screening test for lung cancer is low-dose computed tomography. If you are thinking about getting screened, talk to your doctor.

*Information provided in this article was obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and American Cancer Society.

Colorectal, cervical and breast cancer screenings may be applied to MotivateMe. To be eligible for the MotivateMe health incentives, first you must complete your health assessment on https://myCigna. com and get your annual physical.

Cancer Navigator Program

All OCPS Cigna members who have a cancer diagnosis, are currently going through treatment for cancer, have received treatment for cancer in the last six months or will begin treatment in the next 60 days have access to the Cancer Navigator Program. This program can help you understand your benefits, locate financial assistance, understand employment protections and assist with community-based resources. For more information or to request a Cancer Navigator, visit www.mybenefitnavigator.org or call 1.888.720.6899.

Pet Care: Employee Assistance Program can help with that, too

We recognize that pets are a part of your family. From boarding to pet insurance, you can get a referral to a variety of resources. Best of all, the Employee Assistance Program is free for all OCPS employees. Take advantage of support with the following pet-care needs: • Veterinarians. • Insurance. • Pet-sitting resources. • Obedience training. • Groomers. • Nutrition hotlines. • Emergency animal clinics. • And more.

Call 1.877.622.4327 or log in to https://myCigna.com (Employer ID: ocps) and discover how the Employee Assistance Program can support you.

Benefits Bulletin is designed to keep OCPS employees and their families informed about available benefit programs. This information is not intended to replace professional health care. See your health care professional for information relevant to your medical history.

Before After

January Healthy Hero

"Educate your mind first. Don't listen to stigmas or gimmicks. Make the choice to change your lifestyle. And if you make a mistake, don't give up – move on!"

This is the advice of January's Healthy Hero, Joanie Cruz, Title I program coordinator at Roberto Clemente Middle. Cruz's motto of moving on led to her success to lose 40 pounds and keep it off for more than a year. She learned by reading publications from life coaches and nutritionists, watching YouTube videos and even hiring a personal trainer from Instagram.

Her long-term strategy has led to a disciplined approach to portion control and maintaining a diet primarily of lean proteins and vegetables. On occasion, when she has a meal outside of her usual guidelines, she makes accommodations to her remaining meals during the day.

Cruz was nominated by coworker Kenneth Kuczer. He and fellow Roberto Clemente Middle School staff and students want Cruz to know they are proud of her dedication to a healthy lifestyle.

Said Kuczer: "The Jaguar family is rooting for you!"