Carolina Wellness Matters: Sun safety is important as the summer begins
Enrollment for insurance ends June 30
2006 management awards nominations are due by June 30
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Sun safety is important as the summer begins

June always means the arrival of the lazy days of summer and the hot bright southern sun; it also means it is a great time to talk about sun safety.

No matter what outdoor activity you’re doing or what time of year you’re doing it, it’s always important to protect our children and ourselves from the sun.  Make sun safety a part of your family’s daily routine.

Here are some sun facts from the American Cancer Society (ACS) to get you thinking about the importance of sun safety. Research shows a link between sunburns in children and an increased risk of melanoma and skin cancer later in life. Protecting skin from the sun during childhood and adolescence is important in reducing cancer risk later in life.

Ultraviolet (UV) rays reflect off water, sand and snow. UV rays can also reach below the water’s surface.

The ACS recommends three sun basics that are easy for kids to remember: “Slip, Slop, Slap.”

 Slip on a shirt. Protect your skin with clothing.

 Slop on sunscreen. Use a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.

 Slap on a hat. Wear a hat with a wide brim to protect your ears, neck and face from the sun.

Parents should also try to plan outdoor activities in order to avoid the midday sun. The sun’s rays are generally strongest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  A good guide to use and to teach your kids is the shadow test: When your shadow is shorter than you are, the sun is high in the sky, and the ultraviolet rays are strong. Keep in mind that the sun’s rays can travel through clouds, so you should be sure to protect your skin even on cloudy or overcast days.

Use SPF 15 or higher sunscreen every day.  Remember to reapply after sweating, swimming or using a towel to dry off.

It is very important to remember that everyone’s skin and eyes are at risk of damage from the sun. People with light skin are more prone to sun damage; however, darker skinned people, including African Americans and Hispanic Americans, can also be affected.

A final note: Tanning booths are not a safe alternative to the sun.

Enrollment for insurance ends June 30

This is your opportunity to enroll in one of the new Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) health insurance options, or make changes to your coverage under the existing Comprehensive Major Medical plan.

The health insurance enrollment deadline is June 30. All enrollment or waiver forms must be in the Benefits office by the end of that day. No late forms can be accepted. If no form is submitted, your existing coverage will be maintained.

Forms can be dropped off at the Benefits drop box outside the Administrative Office Building (AOB) at 104 Airport Dr., or hand delivered to the Benefits Office in Suite 1700 at the AOB.

If you have additional questions regarding the health insurance options, contact the State Health Plan’s customer service group at 1-800-422-4658 or the University’s PPO Hotline at 843-0526.

PPO information sessions offered in Spanish
Two PPO information sessions will be offered in Spanish by Blue Cross Blue Shield. They will be held in the fourth Floor Clinic Auditorium, N.C. Memorial Hospital, on June 26, at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Spanish-speaking employees are invited to attend.

2006 management awards nominations
are due by June 30

Nominations for the 2006 Excellence in Management Awards (EMA) are due June 30.

The award is given annually to two recipients to recognize distinguished accomplishments in management at UNC. Recipients receive a monetary award, framed certificate and are invited to attend a luncheon with the chancellor and associate vice chancellor for finance and administration in the fall.

For more information and the nomination form, visit hr.unc.edu/employees/spa-employees/recognition/excellence
inmanagement. Call Employee Services at 962-1483 if you have questions.

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Facilitator of the Year

Doni Durham, right, Human Resources facilitator in the School of Pharmacy, was honored as the 2006 HR Facilitator of the Year at a reception last month. Laurie Charest, associate vice chancellor for Human Resources, recognized Durham for her outstanding performance in managing the school’s human resources function. Durham was nominated by several co-workers.