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VOL. 07\u00a0 |\u00a0 ISSUE 2\u00a0 |\u00a0 June 2024<\/p>\n
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This article is the first in a feature for The Miner called Doc Talk, in which Dr. Richard Vinroot, Vice President and Global Medical Director, addresses topics related to the health and wellness of Freeport-McMoRan employees.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Just as education and training, certifications and technical expertise are necessary for a successful, sustainable career, so too is caring for one\u2019s physical and mental well-being.<\/p>\n More than ever, said Dr. Richard Vinroot, Vice President and Global Medical Director, health and wellness are a critical component of a fulfilling career \u2013 and a balanced life. In this first Doc Talk, Vinroot discusses why it is so important for employees to tend to their personal needs and some tips for getting started.<\/p>\n It\u2019s my duty, and it\u2019s our duty as a company to make sure we help make employees\u2019 lives better. The way I can help make their lives better is to promote wellness. It\u2019s my responsibility as the company\u2019s doctor to ensure we remind folks over and over that we do care about more than just their ability to do their jobs.<\/p>\n The definition of wellness is different for everybody. For me it would be exercise, a good diet and avoiding toxins such as tobacco. Wellness evolves from your ability to do things that are positive and leads to happiness and leads to more enjoyment with your job, more enjoyment with your family and more enjoyment with your day-to-day living. For some people, wellness means financial wellness. For some people, wellness means losing weight. For some people, wellness means exercising more. Everyone\u2019s definition of wellness is different, and it\u2019s up to us as a company to understand that.<\/p>\n There are some easy things that anyone can do on a day-to-day basis. You can focus on a healthier diet that\u2019s lower in fats, lower in fried foods and focuses more on fiber, fruits and vegetables. Portion size also is important; so is avoiding sugary drinks and an excessive amount of alcohol.<\/p>\n Exercise is really important. Yes, it\u2019s hard to go to work all day for a 12-hour shift, then come home and exercise. On your days off, you can focus on exercise. You can go for a brisk walk. You can do things that help increase your heart rate and increase your stamina. Avoiding tobacco products \u2013 cigarettes, smokeless tobacco and vaping \u2013 also is important.<\/p>\n Looking at mental health, financial troubles can lead to depression, loss of sleep, poor eating and other self-destructive behavior. If someone is struggling in this area, I suggest working with a debt counselor or another professional resource. I also highly encourage education \u2013 reading more, documentaries and podcasts. Learning is important for mental health.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#d4e5ee” custom_margin=”25px||25px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”text” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Roboto||||||||” text_text_color=”#6d6e71″ header_3_font=”Roboto||||||||” header_3_text_color=”#6d6e71″ header_3_font_size=”32px” header_3_line_height=”1.1em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”25px|25px|25px|25px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nThis feature was your idea. Why is it so important for you to connect with employees about health and wellness?<\/h3>\n
What does wellness mean to you?<\/h3>\n
Perhaps there is someone reading this Q&A who hasn\u2019t tended to their own physical and mental health because of work priorities, family obligations or other personal challenges. How can they get started taking better care of their overall health?<\/h3>\n
Need help getting started?
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