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Stony Brook Southampton Dialogues

Healthy Aging: Living Your Best Life

Friday, June 5 | Chancellors Hall, Stony Brook Southampton

Join us for a conversation on Healthy Aging: Living Your Best Life, featuring Stony Brook researchers focused on helping individuals maintain independence and well-being as they age. Speakers will share practical insights on what you can do today to stay healthy, as well as emerging innovations that support lifelong wellness.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Event Details

11:30 am to 12:30 pm - Health Screenings and Tables

12-12:30 pm -  Reception 

12:30 pm - Dialogue 
 

William Wertheim, MD, Executive Vice President of Stony Brook Medicine, will lead this discussion with three Stony Brook experts:

Helena M. Blumen, PhD
Professor and Vice Chair of Research, Department of Neurology
Director, Social, Cognitive and Physical Functions in Aging Lab
Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University

Jeannette R. Mahoney, PhD
Professor and Chief, Division of Cognitive and Sensorimotor Aging
Director, Sensorimotor Integration in Aging Lab
Stony Brook Medicine 

Elinor Randi Schoenfeld, PhD
Research Professor and Vice Chair of Research
Department of Family, Population and Preventive Medicine
Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University

 

This event is free and open to the public.

Register Now

 

 

Health Screenings and Tables

11:30 am – 12:30 pm in the lobby of the Duke Lecture Hall auditorium. 

  1. Health Screenings (BMI /Blood Pressure /Cholesterol)
    Free health screenings will be offered to help community members understand key health indicators such as body mass index, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. Participants can receive basic wellness guidance and learn when to follow up with their healthcare provider.
  2. Ellen Hermanson Breast Center
    A member of the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center team will provide education on breast cancer awareness, early detection, and available screening resources. Community members can schedule their next mammography appointment at the table.
  3. Cardiology & Cardiac Rehabilitation
    Information on heart health, SBSH's cardiac rehabilitation program, and ways to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease will be shared. Community members can learn about healthy lifestyle habits and SBSH resources / offerings for managing heart conditions and healthy aging.
  4. Stroke Awareness & Prevention
    Stroke education and prevention resources will be available to help the community recognize warning signs and understand the importance of rapid treatment. The table will also provide guidance on reducing stroke risk through healthy lifestyle choices.
  5. Clinical Nutrition – Food Is Medicine
    Community members will learn how nutrition plays a vital role in healthy aging. They will offer practical tips on healthy eating, nutritional planning, and using food to support overall wellness.
  6. Injury & Fall Prevention
    This table will provide safety education and strategies to help prevent injuries and reduce the risk of falls, especially for older adults. Attendees can learn simple ways to improve balance, mobility, and home safety and receive resources on how to join SBSH's Falls Prevention workshops.

 


More Dialogues Coming Soon!

July 14, 2026

Topic to be announced

 

August 28, 2026

Topic to be announced