Healthy Living. Newsletter. March 2015: Be Healthy All Year 3M Can Help! Featured News. Keep Going To Earn Up To $480!

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1 March 2015: Be Healthy All Year 3M Can Help! Featured News Keep Going To Earn Up To $480! Healthy Living Newsletter You started 2015 with the best of intentions - moving more, eating healthier and stressing less - but sticking to these resolutions hasn t been so easy. Sound familiar? It might be time to rethink your approach by setting manageable, daily actions that will turn into habits. For instance, if eating healthier tops your list, start by simply drinking eight glasses of water a day or eating at least five fruits and veggies. Want to prioritize exercise? Commit to taking the stairs or signing up for new exercise classes. Sick of feeling stressed? Start your day 15 minutes earlier so you have time for a relaxing cup of tea. To learn more about all the 3M Healthy Living resources available to you, go to 3M Source>Life & Career>3M Healthy Living (under Healthy Living). Or, if you completed the online health assessment, start by following your personalized path. Choose from a variety of activity options, connect to one-on-one support when you need motivation, or simply follow the plan tailored to what s right for you. You ll feel great, and if you complete all path activities by 6 p.m. on Aug. 28, 2015, you ll be eligible to earn up to $480 off your M Medical Plan premium. Even if you didn t complete the online health assessment, you can still participate in a variety of wellness programs to help you feel your best this year. Make 2015 the year of follow-through. Get started on 3MHealthyLiving.com today. We are committed to helping you achieve your best health. Incentives for participating in a wellness program are available to eligible employees. If you think you might be unable to meet the standards for receiving an incentive in the form of a discount on your M medical premium under this wellness program, you might qualify for an opportunity to earn the same incentive through different means. Contact JourneyWell at (877) (toll free) and we will work with you (and, if you wish, with your doctor) to find a wellness program with the same incentive that is right for you in light of your health status. This document is not the official plan document for the plan, and in the event of any conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between this information and the official plan documents, the terms of the official plan document will control. 3M reserves the right to modify, amend or terminate the benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time. Neither receipt of this document nor its use of the term you indicate eligibility for the plan. Only those individuals who satisfy the eligibility requirements and other criteria contained in the official plan document are eligible to participate in the plan. Follow your path... Remember to complete all activities on your path by 6 p.m. CT on Aug. 28, 2015, to earn up to $480 off your M Medical Plan premium. Get started today.

2 Featured News When Gambling Becomes a Problem Although gambling is a harmless form of entertainment for many people, for others it creates serious financial, legal, emotional and family problems. As we recognize March as National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, here are some warning signs that indicate gambling may be a problem: Spending a lot of time thinking about or planning when to gamble. Difficulty controlling or stopping gambling. Feeling guilty about gambling or your losses. Placing higher bets to get the same level of excitement from gambling. Using gambling to escape from problems or feelings such as depression or anxiety. Lying to family or friends about your gambling. Missing important activities or not following through on personal, professional or financial obligations. Gambling to make up for money you ve lost to gambling. Asking family or friends to lend you money to gamble or help you out of a financial crisis caused by gambling. Seek help if you see these warning signs in yourself or are affected by a loved one s gambling. Problematic gambling is a behavioral health condition that can be addressed with appropriate treatment. Fortunately, many people recover from gambling problems and lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Meeting with your local 3M Employee Assistance Program (EAP) professional is often a good first step toward getting appropriate treatment. Your EAP professional can help you assess if gambling is a problem, discuss treatment options and refer you to resources tailored to your unique situation and needs. Other Resources Gamblers Anonymous: National Council of Problem Gambling: To learn more, contact the 3M EAP professional who serves your location or call 3M EAP at (877) (toll free). (Adapted from NOD-SA screening tool)

3 Get to Know Your 3M Center Healthy Living Champions Brenda Frismanis Legal Administrative Assistant, Office of General Counsel Don t be afraid to start and don t give up. If you are looking for a leadership opportunity and a way to meet other 3Mers with similar interests in Healthy Living like being the first to know and want to share your knowledge of and passion for healthy living with others are looking for more ways to get involved with your health and help others at the same time then we need YOU! Be a voice for 3M Healthy Living: Help promote healthy living programs, resources, and events to 3M employees. Provide feedback and suggestions from co-workers to help improve Healthy Living at 3M. Commit to 1 hour per month for meetings and volunteer opportunities at 3M Healthy Living events. For more details on how you can become a Healthy Living Champion, contact Erin Warne at or ewarne@mmm.com.

4 Information Bits Quick Quiz Select an answer to take part in the poll and see how your answer stacks up with your peers. Note that the correct answer will appear in green. How do you take your healthy diet on vacation? Choose zero-calorie beverages Downsize your portions Order fruits and veggies every chance you get Share dessert All of the above [Answer: All of the above. It is possible to enjoy your vacation and the local food without packing extra pounds for the trip home. Choose foods wisely, make moderation your vacation mantra and stay as active as possible during your trip.] (Source: WebMD) Did You Know Even though colon cancer is the number two cancer killer of men and women in the United States, it is possible to greatly reduce your risk of getting or dying from colon cancer. Fitness Fact Everyone knows that moderate-intensity physical activity can help you live longer and reduce health issues, but do you know how? Regular exercise helps control blood pressure, body weight and stress. It even improves digestion and fights osteoporosis. Plus, regular exercise makes people feel better. A good fitness program includes cardiovascular, strengthening and flexibility exercises. Cardiovascular exercises such as walking, swimming and cycling are great for increasing your heart rate. Strengthening exercises such as lifting light weights or household items such as milk jugs help to maintain muscle mass. Stretching exercises help maintain range of motion and decrease risk of injury, and are a great way to wrap up a workout. The onsite Fitness Centers at 3M offer a variety of cardiovascular and strength classes for members. There s something for everyone - no experience necessary! (Source: ) If you are age 50 or older, you should be screened for colon cancer. There are several screening options. One of the best is colonoscopy. During a colonoscopy, a flexible lighted tube is inserted into the rectum. A physician looks through it and examines the entire colon for cancer or precancerous growths called polyps and removes any that are present. If the colonoscopy shows nothing, a follow-up colonoscopy is done in 10 years. If something is found, a follow-up may be done in as few as three years. A first screening at age 50 is appropriate for anyone at average risk. People at higher risk should begin screening at a younger age. People at higher risk are those with a personal history of colon diseases such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn s disease; cancer of the uterus, breast or ovary; or a family history of colon cancer or colon polyps. Check with your doctor for more information about when you should be screened and the different screening options. (Source: National Cancer Institute)

5 Events There s No Time Like the Present Check Out These March Healthy Living Events 3M Healthy Living Fitness Fair Barre Blood Pressure Screenings with 3M Center Clinic Building Strength Healthier for You Cooking Demo: Beyond Lutefisk and Lefse the New Nordic Diet Massage Therapy More Than Just Counting Sheep: Easy things you can do to get a good night s rest Pilates for Cyclists Pilates for Golfers Schwan s Delivery Small Group Personal Training March Special Taste it Tuesday: Kitchen Makeover This is Your Brain on Stress: Practical Ways to Find Calm Amidst the Busyness Types of Squats Weight Watchers At Work Join Anytime! Wellness Wednesday: Colon Health Tips and Colon Cancer Prevention Wellness Wednesday: Spring Break Enjoy your vacation without losing momentum To access the events online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Healthy Living > Events St. Paul

6 Webinars Ernst & Young (EY ) Financial Planning Webinars: Financial Planning Webinar: Planning for Retirement Date: Wednesday, March 11 Time: 10:00 10:45 a.m. CST OR 3:00 3:45 p.m. CST Date: Thursday, March 19 Time: 10:00 10:45 a.m. CST OR 3:00 3:45 p.m. CST This webinar is designed to give you a framework for establishing your retirement income goals, assessing whether you re on track, and exploring the range of possible adjustments you can make if needed. There will also be a demonstration of the Retirement Pension Planner calculator available to you on the EY Financial Planning Center web site, and how it can be used as a starting point from which a more detailed, comprehensive retirement analysis can be built. To access a list of webinars online, go to 3M Source > Life & Career > Financial Planning Services or visit: If you have previously registered on the site, click on Login (upper right hand side of the home page). If you have not previously registered, select User Registration (to the immediate left of Login ). Company Code: 3M

7 3M RESOURCES Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 3M EAP provides educational resources and consultation services to strengthen the capabilities of employees, their families, leaders and work groups. 3M Medical Clinic At 3M, employee health and well-being are very important. That is why we offer a variety of medical services to all employees. The clinic is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. To make an appointment at the clinic or for more information, please call (Triminet or 651) M Fitness Center Visit the fitness center Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. (both sites) and Saturday & Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (moved to building 275 due to construction). To contact a center, call Site 220 at (Triminet or 651) or Site 275 at (Triminet or 651) Tartan Park Tartan Park, 3M s Golf, Conference, and Recreation facility offers a 27- hole championship golf course, driving range, and putting and chipping greens. Additionally, there are 12 tennis courts, 4 lighted softball fields, bocce ball courts, and sand volley ball courts, a full service clubhouse, and picnic pavilions. All are available for corporate or private use. 3M Club The 3M Club of St. Paul, Inc., a nonprofit organization, is open to all 3Mers, retirees and their dependents in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Visit the club for leisure time programs and activities that promote physical and mental well-being while fostering a sense of community among individuals, families and 3M. Periodically, the 3M Club will offer special promotions open to all 3M employees. Unless otherwise noted, items listed on the website are for the exclusive use and benefit of 3M Club of St. Paul members. HR Lunch and Learns/WebStreams Your life is busy. Let 3M make it a little easier for you here s quick access to information and tools to help you lead a healthy and productive life. View previously recorded seminars via WebStream. This document is intended to provide general information about 3M resources available to you. It is not intended to provide medical advice. You should consult your medical provider with questions about your health. The information in this newsletter is not intended to describe or summarize the terms of 3M benefit plans, nor is it the official plan document for those plans. In the event of any conflict, inconsistency or ambiguity between the information in this newsletter and the official plan documents, the terms of the official plan documents will be controlling. 3M reserves the right to modify, amend, change, revoke, suspend or terminate its benefit plans, in whole or in part, at any time. The benefit plans and programs included in this newsletter may or may not apply to employees joining 3M as a result of an acquisition or those who work for a subsidiary.