SLCo Employee Wellness Wellcast

Wellness gets weirdly hard the moment we start treating it like a scoreboard. So we’re hitting reset and talking about “growing into your wellness” in a way that’s personal, flexible, and actually doable. We share why wellness is not one size fits all, how to stop comparing your habits to someone else’s, and how to keep your goals simple when summer schedules and everyday life feel chaotic. We als...

Summer doesn’t need to be risky to be memorable, but it does need a plan. We’re sharing a practical, easy-to-remember guide to summer safety that covers outdoor adventure safety, water awareness, and sunscreen protocols, all in one tight listen you can use before your next hike, camping weekend, pool party, or beach day. We start with heat illness prevention and the key differences between heat ex...

In this episode we address common health myths you may have heard before.

Ready to turn small walks into steady wins? We’re welcoming our new health educator, Cody, and mapping out March Into May—a light, practical step challenge built around daily movement, simple tracking, and community energy. Over six weeks, we show how to pair effortless habits with the outdoors so wellness feels easy, social, and fun. We break down how to log steps in WellSteps, when to sync your...

Your heart doesn’t need a life overhaul; it needs a few smart levers pulled with consistency. We dive into three powerful drivers of cardiovascular health—cholesterol, stress, and movement—and show how small, sustainable habits can change your numbers and your day-to-day energy. First, we demystify cholesterol. You’ll learn why LDL and HDL behave differently in the bloodstream, how plaque forms qu...

Start the year with a plan that actually fits your life. We’re kicking off our Roadmap to Wellness by helping you design a personalized route across seven dimensions—physical, mental, social, financial, environmental, and spiritual—so you can make steady progress you’re proud of. Think of it as a choose-your-own-adventure for health: pick the stops, set your speed, and celebrate each milestone wit...

Ready to claim your power at the point where it matters most? Session Zero opens the door to our year-long Diabetes Prevention Program by demystifying prediabetes, explaining A1C in plain language, and laying out a simple path that helps you prevent or delay type 2 diabetes without crash diets or punishment workouts. We focus on practical changes you can use this week—balanced meals, movement you...

Lindsay Van Roo, a licensed clinical social worker, shares her deeply personal journey of losing her mother to colon cancer while navigating her new role as a mother herself, offering valuable insights on grief, therapy, and supporting loved ones through illness. • Finding balance between supporting a loved one with cancer and caring for your own mental health • Embracing conflicting emotions duri...

Ever feel like healthy eating is an impossible goal in your busy life? Take a deep breath—this episode is your permission slip to ditch perfection and embrace progress instead. Wellness Coordinator Brittany Perry breaks down how sustainable nutrition actually works in real life, not just in aspirational Instagram posts. She introduces a refreshing perspective: instead of focusing on what to elimin...

Join our very own, Brittany Parry, and Parks and Recreation, Bess Thompson, as they talk about the community and connection that is found at Salt Lake County recreation centers. Bess is a recreation center manager that has an insiders look on the overall health benefits that can be enjoyed if one just walks in and "checks it out"! After this listen, you are guaranteed to take a trip to y...

It’s your body’s largest organ, your first line of defense, and it tells your story. So today, let’s talk skin — more specifically, why sunscreen isn’t optional and why a skin check could literally save your life. 

Part II of our resilience Wellcast is all about work. Listen in for tips and tricks with Dr. Lock from the University of Utah's resilience program on how we can create better environments for our teams and ourselves through vulnerability and advocating for ourselves.

Strengthen your resilience with this Wellcast episode as we talk to Dr. Lock from the University of Utah and Utah Valley University about understanding what resilience is and how we can overcome stress and burnout by focusing on our values and connecting with others. 

Vaccines represent one of our most powerful tools for disease prevention, yet they remain shrouded in misunderstanding and controversy. Nurse Troy Davis, a supervisor with Salt Lake County Health Department's immunizations program, pulls back the curtain on how vaccines actually work and why they matter. Have you ever wondered about the extensive journey a vaccine takes before reaching your d...

Financial wellness is essential to living a balanced life and maintaining healthy relationships. Our experts provide valuable insights to your wellness questions including: • Importance of financial wellness in relationships  • Understanding different money perspectives in couples  • Strategies for communicating about major purchases  • Teaching kids sound financial habits  • Tools for budgeting a...

Listener Advisory: This episode contains mature language and sensitive topics about sexual assault and consent which may be triggering for some listeners. It may not be suitable for all environments or children under 14. Please listen with caution and seek support with VEST EAP if needed. -------- Creating spaces for open dialogue is key to understanding consent, and our conversation provides prac...

Uncover the hidden dangers of lead poisoning and discover practical steps to safeguard your family in our latest thought-provoking episode of the Employee Wellness Wellcast. We sit down with Candice Breeze and Brittany Bucko from the Salt Lake County Health Department to unravel the complexities of lead exposure, highlighting the alarming vulnerability of children under six. From peeling paint in...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Codie Crosby, who transitioned from collegiate rugby to becoming a powerlifting champion and a dedicated health educator. With Quitter's Day looming, Codie shares her journey and offers valuable insights on setting realistic, long-term exercise goals. Through her story, listeners will learn the importance of identifying a strong "why" to st...

High voltage conversations – ( dun dun dun) Whether you are in the workplace or not, these come up often. These conversations are inevitable and are necessary for personal and professional growth. Julia Andrus, SLCo Learning & Development Facilitator provides tips on having these difficult conversations that lead to more meaningful relationships.

Is anxiety getting the best of you? Whether it's grounding techniques, mindfulness exercises, or practical tips for managing stress, we've got you covered in this Wellcast. Remember, you're not alone in this journey. Let's embark on a path of healing and resilience together. Tune in, take notes, and most importantly, be kind to yourself as you learn and grow