Events Calendar

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 12:10 PM - 2:00 PM

There are three seminars in this series that meet on Tuesdays. Registration is not required and seminars are free to the public. Do not miss your opportunity to learn from outstanding speakers facilitating discussion about current health-related issues.

 

Speaker Prof. Kathy Gunter, PhD, OSU

Topic:Exercise as Medicine, did you take yours today? Nov 24.

How much would you pay for medication that reduces the risk of mortality by 30 percent? one that reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 35 percent? Reduces the risk of hip fracture by over 65 percent? 20-40 minutes per day - that's all it will cost! Hear the new Physical Activity Guidelines for Older Adults and discover how to reap the health benefits of being physically active.

Speaker Jean Bonifas, Springboard NW

Topic: Healthy Brain Nov. 17

Everyday new compelling neuroscience research results affirm the power of social interaction and playfully exercising mind and body. Right-Brain Fitness adds imagination and creativity to the current brain fitness formula. A fun, full-bodied 'endorphinic' group experience designed to improve and strengthen memory function, release endorphins and inspire laughter.

Speaker Dr. Rick Wopat

Topic: Living Well with Chronic Conditions Dec. 1

Find out how to prioritize your focus in managing your own health while living with common chronic conditions. Chronic conditions such as heart disease and stroke are now the chief causes of death globally. The living well program teaches the skills needed in the day-to-day management of treatment and to maintain and/or increase life's activities.

Classes will be held at Corvallis Downtown Library.Brought to you by RSVP's Senior Peer Counseling program, LBCC Benton Center and Corvallis-Benton County Public Library.

 

This event appears on the following calendars:

• College of Health and Human Sciences*