Understanding Metastatic Breast Cancer
Adelphi University’s Alumni House
154 Cambridge Ave. Garden City, NY 11530
Garden City
516-877-4325

Participants will hear from a physician, social worker, movement therapist and a woman with Stage IV breast cancer.
Pre-registration is required for this free event
7:00pm

The panel will provide up-to-date medical information, support and resources to help manage and live well with metastatic breast cancer.

Nina D’Abreo, MD, is an attending physician at Winthrop-University Hospital where she is an active member of Winthrop’s Breast Program, the first Nassau County program accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Dr. D’Abreo serves on the Breast Cancer Advisory Committee, which is dedicated to improving all aspects of breast health and is responsible for developing the breast clinical trials program.  She currently serves as the principal investigator of several cooperative group-sponsored breast cancer clinical trials at Winthrop designed for breast cancer prevention, early stage and metastatic breast cancer and is also initiating local outcomes-based research. Dr. D’Abreo is Assistant Professor of Medicine, SUNY at Stony Brook. She has a particular interest in HER2-positive breast cancer and breast cancer survivorship.

Sandi Kafenbaum, LCSW, has been the Counseling Group Coordinator at the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program for over 20 years.  She develops and facilitates support groups for women, men, couples and family members, consults with health care professionals in setting up group programs, speaks to community groups about breast cancer issues, and works extensively with social work interns.

Sharon Epstein, MS, ADTR, CLM is a registered dance/movement therapist, trained in The Lebed Method and Moving For Life. She has integrated creative art therapies into her work in hospitals, nursing homes and schools, teaching people of all ages and abilities. She connects body, mind and spirit techniques to create balance and steadiness to bring about relaxation and serenity.

New York State Partnership for Long Term Care
Half Hollow Hills Community Library
55 Vanderbilt Parkway
Dix Hills
631-421-4530

Presented by Carol Kaplowitz, Long Term Care Specialist.
Learn how the NY State Partnership for Long Term Care can help individuals and their families fund a long term care crisis without spending down their assets. Free, all are welcome. 7pm.

Free Hearing Screenings at Woodmere Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Woodmere Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
121 Franklin Avenue
Woodmere
516.374.9300

Since 1927, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association celebrates Better Hearing and Speech Month each May. This month of awareness is a good time to analyze your own hearing and determine if you are one of the estimated 28 million Americans who have a hearing loss that can be treated. You may have a hearing loss if you:
•  frequently ask people to repeat themselves
•  often turn your ear toward a sound to hear it better
•  understand people better when you wear your glasses or look directly at their faces
•  lose your place in group conversations
•  keep the volume on your radio or TV at a level that others say is too loud
•  have pain or ringing in your ears
“People who see themselves in these statements should see an audiologist for a hearing test. Even a very slight hearing loss can have an impact on your daily life. Hearing loss is treatable, and there is no reason for anyone to miss all the important sounds of life.” said speech therapist Michaelle Gorman
Annual hearing checkups is a good idea for people age 45 and up so come to Woodmere and get your hearing screened.

What Do I Do About Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Quogue Library
90 Quogue St
Quogue

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a digestive disorder that many people have, but few people talk about. From symptoms to treatments, come to the Quogue Library to have all of your questions answered by Christine L. Frissora, M.D. on Saturday, June 15th at 2 p.m. Dr. Frissora is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical College in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, where she is a member of the full time faculty at the Medical College. She has given numerous presentations and directed several courses on Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Dr. Frissora has been a consultant for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Regional and National Advisory Boards. Please call the library to reserve your seat, 631-653-4224 ext. 4.

Summer Solstice Yoga & Wellness Event
Bates House
1 Bates Road
Setauket
6312263900

Have you been curious about yoga or wondered if it is right for you?
Register today for this unique event try to yoga and learn more about incorporating wellness into your life
$20 Ticket price includes attendance at two 45 minute yoga classes, Q&A with a Reiki Practitioner and Nutritionist and much more!

100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. & New Life Magazine Joint Health Conference July 13, 2013
African American Museum
110 North Franklin Street, Hempstead, NY 11550
Hempstead
646.243.7771

Hempstead, N.Y. - 100 Black Men of L.I., Inc., New Life Magazine, Johnson Foundation, Be Well Now, and JGS Health Advisor & Image Consultants Joint Health and Wellness Conference African American Museum in Hempstead, NY from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Health and Wellness Conference July 13, 2013
PRLog (Press Release) - May 18, 2013 - NEW YORK—100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., New Life Magazine, Johnson Foundation, Be Well Now, and JGS Health Advisor & Image Consultants will collaborate in conducting a Free Health and Wellness Conference at the African American Museum in Hempstead, NY from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide health screenings and seminars, community referrals and resources, aerobic and zumba sessions, a free nutritious meal, a skit, an open MIC session with a panel of health professionals that service the community, giveaways and prizes. Emphasis on decreasing the health disparity gap in at risk communities is the root of this collaboration and to combat issues that are prevalent on Long Island.

This announcement of the formation of the Health Initiative Campaign is an ongoing partnership of New Life Magazine Inc., 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., the Whitney Johnson Foundation, Inc., Be Well Now, and JGS Health Advisor & Image Consultants in presenting a platform to improve the quality of health for Long Islanders and encourage early prevention, education, and health care initiatives.

“The health disparity gap can be turn around through education, screening, mentoring, training, access, and leadership. Favorable outcomes are possible utilizing best practices and the joint collaboration of health professionals as well as community resources. Together we can make a difference.” Gloria Gantt RN BSN, MS

“It is important for organizations on Long Island to collaborate to raise awareness and combat health issues that are prevalent on Long Island. This great milestone is for all organizations on Long Island that are concerned with health care issues.” Phil Andrews, President, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.

“On November 7th, 2011 the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. appointed me to serve as Health & Wellness Chairman to raise awareness of activities that citizens can pursue which lead to healthier lives and combat health disparities. “Health awareness poses a significant challenge for African Americans and all other ethnic cultures of Long Island. This appointment as Health & Wellness Chairman for the 100 is a significant step which is timely and needed to reverse trends of the lack of adequate information which leads to health disparities.

The 100 Black Men of Long Island is the 2nd oldest chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., and was established in 1974. My advocacy will cover both Nassau & Suffolk Counties. The purpose of the 100 Black Men of Long Island is to improve the quality of life for all people on Long Island, particularly those of African-American heritage; achieve 100 percent equality in all aspects of community life, including the elimination of bigotry and discrimination; defend human and civil rights; and give assistance to members in honorable endeavors”. I would like to give special thanks to Phil Andrews the President of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Award Winning Actor Kevin Byrd” Kevin Byrd 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Chairman of Health & Wellness.

About: New Life Magazine. New Life Magazine is a holistic health magazine catering to the total fulfillment of health from a biblical perspective. We endorse health initiatives that promote better health of one’s physical, spiritual, social, emotional and economic well being to produce favorable health outcomes. Our focus is to decrease the health disparity gap in undeserved and at risk populations by providing information and community outreach venues such as Health and Wellness Conferences. The Founding Editor and Publisher Gloria Gantt is a Registered Nurse with 23 years experience in community health.

About: 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Our goal is improving the quality of life on Long Island, and focuses on the Future – Education, Mentoring, Health & Wellness & Economic Empowerment. Health & Wellness is a part of our signature programs. “Adequate healthcare and access to critical information surrounding healthcare issues is an urgent matter and ensures an overall health benefit to the community” Phil Andrews, President – 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.

For further information on the Health and Wellness Conference and partnership with New Life Magazine Inc., 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., the Whitney Johnson Foundation, Be Well Now, and JGS Health Advisor & Image Consultants call 646.243.7771 or email ggantt27@yahoo.com. Join in collaboration with the Health Initiative Campaign to decrease the health disparity gap in at risk communities on Long Island. For more information on sponsorship or vending opportunities contact us today at above phone number or email. Admission is free to the public!