Health
In January, take part in the Dry January initiative with the Occupational Health and Prevention Department
The Occupational Health and Prevention Department (SPST) is committed to the health of Institut Pasteur staff, organizing a series of preventive initiatives throughout the year. In January, the Occupational Health and Prevention Department is inviting you to give your body a rest by taking part in the "Dry January" initiative.
What is Dry January?
Dry January is a collective challenge with a simple principle: to give up alcohol for the entire month of January. The aim of this worldwide initiative is to encourage us to take a break in our consumption habits so that we gain a better understanding of their impact on our health and well-being.
Why take a one-month break? There are many benefits: an opportunity to reflect on your alcohol intake; better sleep quality; higher energy levels; cost savings; and a reduction in the long-term health risks associated with alcohol (cancer, heart disease, etc.).
If you like, you can spend a few minutes evaluating your alcohol intake
Taking part in Dry January means taking steps to look after your physical and mental health. So why not give it a try?
Committed to your health
The Dry January initiative is one of a series of initiatives led by the Occupational Health and Prevention Department to support the Institut Pasteur community in adopting healthy practices (breast cancer prevention, appointments to help quit smoking with one of the department's nurses).
These initiatives illustrate the department's commitment to promoting long-term health for everyone. Dry January is also part of a broader strategy to tackle key topics such as preventing addiction, nutrition, mental health, sleep, etc. These initiatives reflect a real desire to support each and every staff member in adopting practices that are good for their health.
Find more information about these and future initiatives in the dedicated ePasteur section or by contacting the Occupational Health and Prevention Department directly.
Further information
Internal resources
See the dedicated ePasteur page for Dry January
See the SPST section on ePasteur on promoting health
External resources
Take up the challenge | Dry January®
Contact: santetravail@pasteur.fr