Health and Wellness Highlights
Upcoming Live Events:
Weight Loss Wisdom: What Actually Works and What Doesn’t
March 5, noon to 12:45 p.m.
With so much conflicting advice, weight loss can feel overwhelming. This webinar offers clear, science based guidance on what truly drives lasting results. We’ll break down metabolism, highlight the habits that matter most, and show how mindset, movement, and nutrition work together. You’ll leave with practical tools, realistic strategies, and renewed confidence to make meaningful, lasting change.
Register for Weight Loss Wisdom
The Sleep Advantage: Boost Focus, Mood, and Productivity
March 19, noon to 12:45 p.m.
Quality sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. This session explains how sleep affects cognition, mood, decision making, and overall well being. We’ll cover the science of sleep, common barriers, and simple changes that make a real impact. You’ll leave with practical strategies to improve sleep, manage stress, boost energy, and build habits that support focus and productivity at work and at home.
Register for The Sleep Advantage
On Demand Webinars
Can’t make an event or missed one?
Visit our wellness library if you missed any of our presentations or want to learn more about how you and your family can stay healthy and informed.
Earn While You Learn
Back by popular demand to improve your health and get rewarded!
All CalPERS members (regardless of health plan enrollment) can earn a reward through two ways:
Blue Shield trivia:
- The first 3 attendees who answer a random Blue Shield Trivia question during each webinar will win a prize.
- Attendance leaders: Each year CalPERS members are eligible to receive a charcuterie set after attending and staying for the entire duration of 10 wellness webinars.
- (NEW) Health Benefit Officers (HBO) can earn a private virtual Cooking Demonstration:
- The employer in each sector (1 Public and 1 State) with the highest participation in employee
LifeMatters by Empathia
Explore valuable insights and practical strategies with LifeMatters by Empathia.
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January 2026 - Wellbeing - Evaluate your current strengths and determine what areas of your life may benefit from additional attention. Sign up for an email alert for the Wellbeign pre-recorded webinar
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February 2026
- Heart Risks for Men - Review heart disease risks and preventative measures. Sign up for an email alert for the Heart Risks for Men pre-recorded webinar.
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Social Determinants in the Workplace, Part 1 (for Managers and Human Resources) - Explore how understanding social determinants within the workplace can lead to healthier and more engaged work environments. Sign up for an email alert for the Heart Risks for Men pre-recorded webinar
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- March 2026 - Exposing Common Healthy Eating Myths - It can be difficult to eat healthy. This webinar will review some common nutrition mistakes and provide tips for recognizing deceptive food labels. Sign up for an email alert for the Exposing Common Healthy Eating Myths pre-recorded webinar.
To Watch a Webinar:
- Go to mylifematters.com and create a registered account.
- Select “Webinars” from the top menu and locate the webinar you would like to watch.
- Pre-recorded webinars will be available in the month listed.
- Use the link above to sign up for an email alert when a webinar becomes available.
- Transcripts for archived webinars are available upon request.
Winter 2026 LifeMatters
Pounce on Purrfect Savings with LifeMart (Discount Center)
February Webinar
2025 Thrive Thursday Webinar Series - presented by Kaiser Permanente
Health and well-being are more than the absence of illness. Physical, mental, and spiritual health is important to be the best we can be each day. Join us as we mindfully practice strategies to achieve balance and improve our well-being. Use the Thrive Thursday Webinars Series
link to register and choose one or more of the webcasts.
2025 Understanding Medicare Classes - presented by Providence
Navigating Medicare can be challenging for employees who are either approaching Medicare eligibility or are already enrolled. To support Medicare-age employees, Providence is pleased t offer solutions designed to make the process easier and more accessible. Use the Providence Medicare Classes link to find an Understanding Medicare class in your area.
December Health and Wellness Resource Update
December National Health Observance
Self-care for the Holidays and Financial Well-being Awareness Month
December’s health observances are Self-care for the Holidays and Financial Well-being Awareness Month. Check out the following UnitedHealthcare educational resources to learn more about these topics:
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Benefits of practicing gratitude
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Seasonal affective disorders and ways to help cope
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Social isolation and loneliness
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Understanding financial well-being
United at Work Presentation of the Month
Healthier Travel
During this presentation, you may learn how to stay safe and healthy while traveling. Specifically, we will discuss signs and symptoms of jet lag and identify risks that may be associated with traveling. Available to view in English
and Spanish
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Health Tip Flier of the Month
Healthier Travel
Check out this month’s health tip flier on Healthier Travel. Available to view in English
and Spanish
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Health Actions of the Month
- Volunteer for a local charity
- Practice gratitude daily
