February 2024

US Reward Newsletter

February is American Heart Month. Read this month’s newsletter to understand all the resources available to you and your covered family members to maintain good heart health!

For Your Health

Your Medical Ally | Heart Disease Awareness

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The good news is that you can help prevent heart disease through healthy habits as well as taking care of any current health problems you might have. Here are a few things to think about when talking to your doctor about heart disease:

Get the Facts about Heart Disease

Atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty plaque in your arteries, is the most common cause of heart disease
Heart disease can also be due to a problem with the valves in the heart and can affect how the heart pumps
Only 3% of Americans practice heart-healthy behaviors

Know Your Numbers

Live Webinar

Knowing a few numbers related to your health could save you time and money – and your life! Medical Ally’s upcoming webinar, “Know Your Numbers,” will provide extensive information on the importance of knowing your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and Body Mass Index (BMI) numbers, how these numbers factor into your heart health, ways to get screened, benefits of screening, and other resources available to you.

Event date: Wednesday, February 14 at 12:00 pm Eastern

*Please register to attend*

Click now to register

For Your Wealth

My Total Reward | The Total Value of Your Reward Package

Pearson’s Annual Compensation Review cycle begins in February. Managers will be scheduling time to review annual salary and incentive award allocations with all eligible team members through the end of March. For more information on what to expect in the coming months, please refer to the Total Reward SharePoint site.

This is also a good time to review your Total Reward statement and explore your benefits, perks, and rewards, as well as your career, wellbeing, financial, and health choices. Besides compensation, you’ll see the total value of your total rewards package and understand the different benefit policies and value-added programs relevant to you, with specific contact details at your fingertips. You can access your Total Reward statement via the hub under “Top Apps.”

Perkspot | Discount Mall

Through Pearson’s partnerships with its benefits vendors, employees can access discounts from a wide range of categories such as automotive, home services, computers & electronics, sports & outdoors, travel, and so much more. Read the most recent hub article about discount programs available to employees across the company. Perkspot Online Discount Mall gives you access to hundreds of local and national merchants that can assist in offsetting the cost of maintaining good health.

Save up to 40% through offers that interest you
No enrollment required
This service is available at no cost to you

For Your Life

Join these wellness webinars in observation of American Heart Month

Care.com | Brain+Heart Health Connection

Virtual Live

The brain and heart are connected when it comes to some of the top chronic illness risks such as Alzheimer’s, heart disease, stroke, and more. Is it just exercise and nutrition or is there more to building brain and heart health? Since family caregivers have 2x the risk of developing chronic illness than the general population, learn about 12 lifestyle areas and tips to improve your health and wellness and stay strong while caregiving for older loved ones. When you register for this webinar, you will receive a follow-up communication with the playback link of the live session.

Event Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm Eastern

Health Advocate | Master Your Mind: Emotional and Physical Health Connections

On Demand

The mind and body are connected in many interesting ways. Our mind might be triggering a physical response without being conscious we are doing it. This session will be helpful for those who are experiencing chronic pain and want to learn more about the mind-body connection, how to get help, tools to lessen the physical symptoms, and more. Register or login to access this on-demand recording.

Gympass | Heart Health & Emotional Wellness; Breathing Practices

Virtual Live

An immersive experience focused on developing a breathing practice, you’ll explore various techniques and exercises to support heart health and emotional wellness. Register for this event and experience a transformative journey of self-discovery and relaxation with Gympass partner, Nero.

Event Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 1:00 pm Eastern

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is provided for your general information only and is in no way a guarantee or contract of employment. All benefits are governed by rules and policies as set out in their respective policy documents, contracts, and agreements. If there is any discrepancy between the information in this document and the policy documents, the policy documents shall prevail.

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