Biometric Screenings at Pat Walker Health Center for University of Arkansas Employees
UA employee receiving a biometric screening.
University of Arkansas employees and their spouses who are enrolled in the United Medical Resources employee health insurance plan are eligible to receive a free biometric screening by appointment 8-10 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at the Pat Walker Health Center.
The biometric screenings are being offered as part of Onlife Health's LiveOn initiative, encouraging employees to 'get onboard' to achieve their health goals. Eligible employees and spouses who receive a biometric screening and complete an online health assessment at www.onlifehealth.com by Jan. 31, 2014 will receive a $50 Visa gift card.
Biometric screenings include a cholesterol/glucose test, body composition, blood pressure check and a health coach result review.
Individuals can schedule their biometric screening appointment by calling 479-575-4077.
Contacts
Katie Gottshalk, assistant director of communications
Pat Walker Health Center
479-575-4077,
kgottsha@uark.edu
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