Past Health and Wellness Events

Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Wellness Awareness Day
Various events around campus gave the Adelphi Community an opportunity to explore wellness topics, get an exercise assessment, take part in an outdoor yoga or pilates class and more!  
See event details http://events.adelphi.edu/newsevent/wellness/

Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Update on Diabetes-A Physician’s Perspective
This is a discussion with Neha Bansel, M.D., Winthrop Internal Medical Associates, about the latest treatments and prevention for diabetes.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Tips for Getting the Most Fun and Fitness Out of Group Exercise Classes
This event is the Wellness Lecture Series is presented by Jessica Marra ‘06, M.A. ‘07, and Stefanie Rude from the Department of Exercise Science, Health Studies, Physical Education and Sports Management. 

Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Common Injuries and Current Treatment Options for the Recreational Athlete
Christopher M. Breen, RPA-C, Assistant to the Team Physician,
Dr. Mark Grossman, Adelphi University Physician Assistant, Winthrop Orthopedic Associates, PC

Monday, February 1, 2013
Sleep Awareness...Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
Adelphi Health Services Center provided information related to sleep disturbances and screening tools.

December 11, 2012
Exercise for the Prevention and Management of Osteoporosis
Speaker: John W. Wygand,
Director, Institute of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness

November 13, 2012
How to Age Healthfully: A Nuts 'n' Bolts Approach to Healthy Living
Speaker: Helen C. Ballestas, Ph.D., R.N., ANP-BC, Assistant Professor, School of Nursing Course Coordinator: MED-SURG I–II

October 9, 2012
"Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle from The Cooking Cardiologist"
Kevin P. Marzo, M.D. FACC Chief of Cardiology
Winthrop University Hospital's Institute for Heart Care

September 11, 2012
"Diabetes Self Management and Lifestyle Strategies"
Mary Ellen Willen, A1C Champions Program Sanofi

April 11, 2012
The 3rd Annual Health Fair 2012, Make A Difference!

December 6, 2011
Exercise at Your Desk
American Heart Association Speakers Bureau

February 8, 2011
A Mindfulness-Based Approach to Stress Reduction
with Jonathan Jackson, Ph.D.
This talk will introduce you to mindfulness, the practice of developing heightened awareness of your thoughts and actions in the present,without judgment. Mindfulness practice has been shown through clinical research to reduce stress; ease afflictive emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger; relieve physical pain; and help regulate compulsive behaviors such as overeating.

Dr. Jackson is a clinical psychologist and Director of the Center for Psychological Services at the Derner Institute.

December 14, 2010
Practical Tips for a Healthy Back
Kevin Curley, M.D., Winthrop Internal Medical Associates, P.C.

October 12, 2010
Taking on Childhood Obesity One Pound at a Time
Laura Walsh, M.A., Winthrop Pediatrics, Winthrop University Hospital

November 11, 2010
Walking for Health and Fitness
Adult Fitness/Human Performance Lab Staff

September 16, 2010
Calories in—Calories Out—The Role of Exercise in Weight Control
Melvin Sam, M.S.

May 4, 2010
An Overview and Demonstration of Qigong—Combinations of Slow Gentle Movements, Breathing Techniques and Focused Intentions That May Benefit Your Health
Meryl Harmon-Halem, Lcsw-R, Lmft, Dcsw, Bcd, Ma, Bayside Medical Arts Center

April 6, 2010
Breast Cancer—Environmental Influences
Caroline Mulcahy C.S.W.
Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program
Adelphi University, School of Social Work

March 9, 2010
Strategies for Prevention and Management of Heart Disease—Special Considerations for Women
Kevin P. Marzo, M.D., FACC, Chief of Cardiology, Winthrop University Hospital’s Institute For Heart Care

February 9, 2010
Traditional Chinese Medicine—Information for the Healthcare Consumer
Stephen Jackowicz, M.Ac. L.Ac., Ph.D.
Download the presentation (PDF 1.4MB)
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