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At UAMS, we believe wellbeing should be viewed through a holistic lens. We strive to provide our employees with support and information for physical, emotional, social, occupational, financial, environmental, intellectual and spiritual wellbeing.

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The university of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) EAP offers a library of online resources and counseling with on-site professional staff. Visit with a counselor over the phone, through video chat or in person.

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Wellness News

Move, Mama, Move! Step by Step for Two: Healthy Pregnancy Through Movement

Student Name: Bianca Rochelle Email: BLRochelle@uams.edu Description: This project evaluated existing evidence on structured, low-impact, adapted prenatal exercise programs for high-risk pregnancies (e.g., patients with obesity, hypertension, or limited mobility) and their impact on outcomes such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and preterm birth. It synthesized current research on the safety, efficacy, and accessibility of modified […]

Movement and Mental Health Student Project – McKenzie Hendrix

Email: MEHendrix@uams.edu Description: This project examines how structured, realistic physical activity may support mental health and wellbeing among healthcare employees. The goal is to translate current evidence into a practical educational resource that encourages short, flexible movement options during the workday. The final deliverable is an employee-facing brochure that presents movement as a professional, low-barrier […]

Medical Students for Movement (MS4M) Projects

This summer, 3rd year medical students at UAMS had the opportunity to participate in a new pilot project through the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine (DFPM) Office of Wellness called Medical Students for Movement or “MS4M”. This project allowed students to research and create a project exploring how physical activity positively impacts health and […]

Get Ready for the Gameday Hustle Challenge!

We are excited to announce our upcoming wellness challenge, the Gameday Hustle Challenge! The event will start on 9/21/2026 and run through 10/18/2026. Join this challenge to focus on your health and wellness with some friendly, football-themed competition! In this challenge, you will learn fun football facts and health tips as well as stay physically […]

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