November 6, 2019
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Volunteer Fire Fighters at DeKalb Fire Department and employees at DeKalb County Health Department recently participated in a 12 week worksite wellness challenge. During the 12 week challenge, employees learned about healthy eating, managing stress and learning how to enjoy their food while eating less. Eleven volunteers from the fire department participated in this challenge and lost over 64 pounds and 24 inches as a group, with the top male and female receiving prizes for their efforts. Twelve employees from the health department lost over 30 pounds and 26 inches as a group.
By taking on this challenge, DeKalb Fire Department and DeKalb County Health Department is encouraging their volunteers/employees to live healthy and happy lives. This is the first year the fire department has partnered with the DeKalb County Health Department to sponsor a worksite wellness challenge. This is also the first year DCHD staff have participated in their own challenge. DCHD staff would like to congratulate everyone who participated.
If you have questions about the worksite wellness program or are interested in hosting your own, call the DeKalb County Health Department at 615-597-7599.