{"id":39761,"date":"2025-02-27T22:16:25","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T04:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/benefits\/?page_id=39761"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:41:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T15:41:29","slug":"wellnessprograms","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/benefits\/wellnessprograms\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellness Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"39761\" class=\"elementor elementor-39761\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d67a2f3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d67a2f3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3f2b506\" data-id=\"3f2b506\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d4eac6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d4eac6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Texas A&amp;M University System is dedicated to helping you live a healthy lifestyle and improve your health. There are many programs included with your medical benefits that can help you; find a doctor, get mental health support, relieve pain, have a healthy gut, help with family planning and much more.<\/p><p>The A&amp;M System partners with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to work together to help you get the most from your health plan. View the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assets.system.tamus.edu\/files\/benefits\/website\/Flyers\/BCBSTXWellnessBrochure.pdf\">BCBSTX Wellness brochure<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about the benefits available to you and your covered family members.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93f5e17 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"93f5e17\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-93f5e17\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"93f5e17\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"accolade-care-speak-to-a-doctor\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1551\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Accolade Care - Speak to a doctor<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1551\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"accolade-care-speak-to-a-doctor\"><p>With AccoladeCare, you can see and speak with a board-certified doctor or therapist right from your phone, tablet or computer. You have access to doctors who have trained at the top 50 U.S. medical schools, same-day virtual visits, physical and mental health support, and 24\/7 support from your care team.<\/p><p>AccoladeCare will support you and your family with:<\/p><ul><li>Urgent medical issues: cold and flu, urinary tract infections, sinus and baterial infections and rashes.<\/li><li>Ongoing Conditions: diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, thyroid disorders.<\/li><li>Everyday care: prescription and refills, birth control, HIV Prevention (PrEP).<\/li><li>Mental Health: anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, grief and loss, trauma.<\/li><\/ul><p>AccoladeCare will provide you access to: doctors trained at the top 50 U.S medical schools, same day virtual primary care appointments, and physical and mental health support, 24\/7 support from your care team. You can book your appointment at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/accoladecare.com\/\">AccoladeCare.com<\/a>.<\/p><p>Accolade is available to employee, spouses, and dependents enrolled in the A&amp;M Care or J Medical Plan. Graduate student employees in the Graduate Student Plan and retirees enrolled in the A&amp;M Care Plan that are Medicare Primary or the 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan (PPO) are not eligible.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"airrosti-relieve-soft-tissue-pain\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1552\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Airrosti - Relieve soft tissue pain<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1552\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"airrosti-relieve-soft-tissue-pain\"><p>Airrosti is a combination of highly targeted manual therapy with customized active rehab exercises to target and rapidly resolve the source of your soft tissue pain or injury. It is covered by a specialty copay.\u00a0 It is a voluntary wellness program, so check with your wellness coordinator to see if there is an Airrosti program near you.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"cylinder-maintain-a-healthy-gut\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1553\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Cylinder - Maintain a Healthy Gut<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1553\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"cylinder-maintain-a-healthy-gut\"><p>Cylinder is a benefit to help you maintain a healthy gut. A healthy gut helps maintain overall health, weight management, sleep quality, joint health, how we manage stress and anxiety, and more.<\/p><p>What can Cylinder do for you?<\/p><ul><li><strong>Provide relief from common digestive issues.<\/strong>\u00a0Do you experience gas? Bloating? Heartburn? The Cylinder app, together with a dedicated Cylinder Dietitian, can help you ease common symptoms without giving up all the foods you love.<\/li><li><strong>At-home gut microbiome kit and analysis ($150 value at no cost to you).<\/strong>\u00a0Discover which bacteria are living in your gut, and work with a dedicated Dietitian to understand what that means for your health, based on the latest science.<\/li><li><strong>Relief from stress and anxiety.<\/strong>\u00a0Your gut is where 95% of serotonin is produced \u2013 commonly known as the happiness hormone. Cylinder includes direct access to a care team who will share proven tools for managing stress and anxiety.<\/li><li><strong>Virtual visits with physicians.<\/strong>\u00a0No co-pays, no commute, no waiting rooms. Complete care for digestive health symptoms and conditions. Access to physicians including internists and gastroenterologists, all through the app.<\/li><\/ul><p>Cylinder is available to A&amp;M System employees, spouses, retirees, or dependents (ages 18+) who are enrolled in a A&amp;M care or J Plan. Graduate student employees enrolled in the Grad Plan and retirees enrolled in the 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan are not eligible.<\/p><p>To check for eligibility and learn more, visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/go.cylinderhealth.com\/tamus\">Cylinder TAMUS microsite<\/a>. Company code: <strong>TAMUS<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"fitness-program\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1554\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Fitness Program<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1554\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"fitness-program\"><p>Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas members have access to the Fitness Program and\u00a0 is available exclusively to you and your covered dependents (age 16 and older). The program gives you access to a nationwide network of fitness locations. Choose one location close to home and one near work, or visit locations while traveling. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcbstx.com\/tamus\/health-and-wellbeing\">BCBSTX microsite<\/a> wellness page.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"hello-heart-heart-health\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1555\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Hello Heart - Heart Health<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1555\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"hello-heart-heart-health\"><p>The Hello Heart app lets you track your blood pressure and easily manage your heart health all in one place. This benefit is offered at no cost to eligible members and includes a free Hello Heart monitor that pairs directly with your smartphone.<\/p><p>What do you get with Hello Heart?<\/p><ul><li>An app to help you track blood pressure, cholesterol, medication, and more.<\/li><li>Clear explanations of what your numbers mean.<\/li><li>Personalized tips that make it simple to maintain a healthy heart.<\/li><li>Progress reports that are easy to review or share with your physician.<\/li><li>Assistance from our support team via phone or email.<\/li><\/ul><p>Hello Heart is available to all retirees and their covered dependents who are enrolled in the A&amp;M Care, or J plans. Retirees enrolled in the 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan (PPO) are not eligible. For more information or to register, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/join.helloheart.com\/TAMUS\">Hello Heart TAMUS microsite<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"hinge-health-msk-pain\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1556\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">HInge Health - MSK Pain<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1556\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-labelledby=\"hinge-health-msk-pain\"><p><strong>Hinge Health can help you with chronic pain<br \/><\/strong>With Hinge Health, you can get virtual physical therapy and more from real people who are dedicated to helping you feel your best.<\/p><p><strong>Specialized care, personalized for you.<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>A care plan designed for your everyday activities and long-term goals \u2014 and to treat multiple areas of your body at once.<\/li><li>Access exercise therapy sessions you can do in as little as 15 minutes \u2014 anytime, anywhere with the Hinge Health app.<\/li><li>Get 1-on-1 support from a physical therapist or health coach to tailor your sessions as needed and help you reach your goals<\/li><\/ul><p>To check for eligibility, visit, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hingehealth.com\/for\/tamus\/?template_name=popackage&amp;utm_medium=digitalpackage&amp;utm_source=client&amp;utm_campaign=bob&amp;mailformat=flyer_signage_blurb&amp;experience=e4e&amp;sequence=1\">Hinge Health TAMUS microsite<\/a>. Your eligible Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurance plan will cover the program cost if you are accepted.\u00a0<\/p><p>*Only available to A&amp;M System employees, retirees, and their spouses enrolled in the A&amp;M Care, 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan (PPO), and J plans.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ovia-health-and-family-planning\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1557\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Ovia Health and Family Planning<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1557\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-labelledby=\"ovia-health-and-family-planning\"><p>Ovia Health\u2122 is a women\u2019s health and family benefits solution to help navigate cycle and fertility tracking, to parenthood and menopause. The Ovia programs are app-based and include real-time, personalized guidance that features health trackers, educational articles and videos, health tips, in-app coaching and more.<\/p><p>Meet the apps:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Ovia\u00ae\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 cycle tracking, trying to conceive, or managing menopause. The app will customize your experience to deliver personalized insights, tips, and content.<\/li><li><strong>Ovia\u00ae Pregnancy\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 you\u2019ll find answers to all your prenatal questions \u2014 read weekly updates, find symptom relief, learn what\u2019s safe to eat, share bump pictures, and try their baby name feature! Ovia Pregnancy is your pocket companion for each trimester (and beyond).<\/li><li><strong>Ovia\u00ae Parenting<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Track baby\u2019s day so you always know when the next feeding, nap, or diaper change is coming. Record important developmental milestones and sweet family pictures securely in app.<\/li><\/ul><p>Available to all employees, retirees and their covered dependents enrolled in the A&amp;M Care Plan or J Plan. Graduate student employees in the Graduate Student Plan and retirees enrolled in the 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan (PPO) are not eligible.<\/p><p>For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oviahealth.com\/join\/\">Ovia Health TAMUS microsite<\/a> or customer support email, <a href=\"mailto:support@oviahealth.com\">support@oviahealth.com<\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"silver-sneakers-fitness-program-retirees-only\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1558\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Silver Sneakers Fitness Program (Retirees Only)<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1558\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-labelledby=\"silver-sneakers-fitness-program-retirees-only\"><p>The Texas A&amp;M University System offers a fitness program for retirees age 65 and older. The Healthways SilverSneakers\u00ae Fitness program is the nation\u2019s leading fitness program designed exclusively for older adults.\u00a0 This program provides A&amp;M System retirees a free, basic fitness membership with access to 15,000 classes in 13,000 locations nationwide. For more information, visit the BCBSTX TAMUS microsite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcbstx.com\/tamus-retiree-medicare\/healthy-living\">Healthy Living webpage<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"teledoc-health-diabetes-program\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1559\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Teledoc Health - Diabetes Program<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1559\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-labelledby=\"teledoc-health-diabetes-program\"><p>Teladoc is a program specifically for those diagnosed with Type I or Type II diabetes. You will be contacted by Teladoc if you are determined to be eligible for the program. You cannot apply to join the program without being contacted.<\/p><p><strong>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assets.system.tamus.edu\/files\/benefits\/website\/Flyers\/TeladocDiabetes.pdf\">Teladoc diabetes program<\/a>\u00a0includes:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>An advanced meter<\/li><li>Unlimited strips and lancets<\/li><li>24\/7 support from Teladoc Expert Coaches<\/li><\/ul><p>For more information, visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.teladochealth.com\/\">Teladoc website<\/a>.<br \/>*Only available to A&amp;M System employees, retirees, and their spouses enrolled in the A&amp;M Care, 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan, and J plans.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"tobacco-cessation-products-and-services\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-15510\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Tobacco Cessation Products and Services<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-15510\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-labelledby=\"tobacco-cessation-products-and-services\"><p>We encourage tobacco users to seek assistance through any of the tobacco-cessation resources below.<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/benefits\/work-life-solutions\/\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/risk-prevention\/tobacco\/empowered-to-quit.html\">American Cancer Society<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/local-content\/ok\/oklahoma-smokefree-housing\/tobacco-cessation\">American Lung Association<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/\">National Cancer Institute<\/a><\/li><\/ul><p>Blue Cross Blue Shield A&amp;M Care Health Plan Participants have may have access to:<\/p><ul><li>Nicotine replacement prescription medication at no cost, with a prescription<\/li><li>Online Tobacco Cessation programs<\/li><li>Individual counseling services<\/li><\/ul><p>For information on many of our programs, view the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assets.system.tamus.edu\/files\/benefits\/website\/Flyers\/HealthPrograms.pdf\">BCBSTX Health Program flyer<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"virta-health-diabetes-reversal\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-15511\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Virta Health - Diabetes Reversal<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-15511\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-labelledby=\"virta-health-diabetes-reversal\"><p>Get your life back\u2013and leave diabetes behind. Virta is a virtual clinic that helps members create plans for better health with support from health care clinicians, coaches, and digital health tools. With Virta, you can reverse type 2 diabetes, lose weight, reduce medications, and save money.<\/p><p><strong>What Virta members receive:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>A nutrition therapy plan backed by clinical research<\/li><li>Tips to make meals tasty and healthier<\/li><li>Personalized clinician care and coaching<\/li><li>Daily support via mobile\/desktop app<\/li><li>Meter, scale, and testing supplies<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Am I eligible?<br \/><\/strong>The A&amp;M System fully covers the cost of Virta (valued at over $3,000) and is available to A&amp;M System employees, spouses, retirees, or dependents with type 2 diabetes (18+) who are enrolled in the A&amp;M Care or J Plan. Graduate student employees enrolled in the Grad Plan and retirees enrolled in the 65 Plus Medicare Advantage Plan are not eligible. There are some medical conditions that would exclude patients from the Virta treatment. To check for eligibility and learn more, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtahealth.com\/join\/tamus\">virtahealth.com\/join\/tamus<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"wellness-release-time\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"12\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-15512\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Wellness Release Time<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-15512\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"12\" aria-labelledby=\"wellness-release-time\"><p>Some campuses and agencies within the A&amp;M System offer Wellness Release Time. For System Office employees, visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/benefits\/system-offices-wellness\/\">System Office Wellness page<\/a>\u00a0for more information or to apply for Wellness Release Time. For all other employees, visit your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/benefits\/campusandagencyprograms\/\">Campus or Agency Wellness Program<\/a>\u00a0and check with your HR office to see if your campus or agency participates.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"well-ontarget-health-and-wellness-resource\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"13\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-15513\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Well onTarget - Health and Wellness Resource<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-15513\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"13\" aria-labelledby=\"well-ontarget-health-and-wellness-resource\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcbstx.com\/tamus\">Well onTarget<\/a>\u00a0is a health and wellness resource provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas through your Blue Access for Members (BAM) account. Log into BAM and click Well onTarget under the quick links to find self-instructed courses on a variety of wellness topics such as stress, nutrition, and improving your sleep. Work with a wellness coach, or earn Blue Points for completing healthy activities. View the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/assets.system.tamus.edu\/files\/benefits\/pdf\/wellness\/Wellontargetcoaching.pdf\">Well onTarget Flyer<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"wondr-health-behavior-based-weight-loss\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"14\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-15514\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Wondr Health - Behavior based weight loss<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-15514\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"14\" aria-labelledby=\"wondr-health-behavior-based-weight-loss\"><p>Wondr Health is a program offered to you by your A&amp;M System health plan which helps participants lose weight and decrease the risk factors for metabolic syndrome. It is based on behavior modification instead of dieting. For more information, visit the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wondrhealth.com\/tamus\">Wondr Health website<\/a>.<\/p><p>There is no cost to use the program. In order to participate in Wondr Health, a member must be an employee, spouse or dependent that is 18 years or older enrolled in the A&amp;M Care, 65 PLUS plan and\/or J plans. Your eligibility will be determined through a Wondr Health application process.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Texas A&amp;M University System is dedicated to helping you live a healthy lifestyle and improve your health. There are many programs included with your medical benefits that can help you; find a doctor, get mental health support, relieve pain, have a healthy gut, help with family planning and much more. 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