October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Recurring Event – Insights into Cancer Public Lecture Series October 2 – Lee National Denim Day
Celebrating its 14th year, Lee National Denim Day will take place on Friday, October 2, 2009. Individuals are encouraged to wear denim on this day in exchange for a $5 donation to support breast cancer research and access to care efforts. Denim Day is one of the largest single-day fundraisers for breast cancer and has raised more than $75 million since its inception. Please join us in the fight against breast cancer by signing up as a team member or making a donation at the UCLA Fights Women's Cancer Team Website . October 4 – Cure in the Canyon 3: The Luxury Lifestyle-Fest for Breast Cancer Research
California Health and Longevity Institute at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village. 2 Dole Drive in Westlake Village. $55 Admission price includes gift bag. Self parking is $5 and valet parking is $10. Must be 21 years old to attend. Tickets on sale now. Cure in the Canyons is THE luxury lifestyle-fest for breast cancer research of the season. Men and women indulge in the best of lifestyle, wellness, beauty, epicurean, fashion, and entertainment influenes at the amazing California Health and Longevity Institute at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village set between sequoia trees and cascading waterfalls. Enjoy fabulous free beauty and spa treatments including Four Seasons signature mini-massages, a special men's ultra-lounge, OPI manicures, yoga, the revolution tea-part, then sip and savor many gourmet delights and more. To purchase tickets, please visit their website: http://www.cureinthecanyons.com/event.html October 4 – PerseVerance by Equinox
Help raise money and awareness for life-saving cancer research at UCLA with Equinox Palos Verdes' inaugural charity cycle event. A 3-hour outdoor stationary cycle ride will take place Sunday, October 4, from 9am to 12pm followed by a silent auction and raffle. This event will be held in the heart of the Promenade on the Peninsula's fountain area. You can help by making a donation to the silent auction or raffle by "renting" a stationary bike for the 3-hour ride. To make a tax deductible donation towards PerseVerance online, visit http://giving.ucla.edu/cancer and select "PerseVerance by Equinox" from the drop-down menu in the "gift information" section. For more information, please contact Suzy Nece at
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. October 7 – I Can Cope: Exploring Self-Esteem and Intimacy - California Statewide Telephone Class
Participants will explore the essential components of human sexuality, self-esteem issues that may arise as a result of cancer and its treatment, and identify ways to affirm themselves despite these changes. This call is offered over the phone and is available exclusively for adult cancer patients and caregivers residing in California. This will take place 10:00am - 12:00pm. Please register by 5:00pm on September 30, there is no charge for this class. To register or for more information, please contact Heather Heyerdahl at (805) 963-1576 or via
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This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . October 8 – Stress and Its Impact on Your Health (Part of the Complimentary Wellness Speaker Series at California Health & Longevity Institute)
One of the country's most comprehensively trained integrative physicians, Dr. Tan presents the effect that stress has on individuals and organizations alike. From the limitations of traditional diagnosis to the subtle symptoms of stress, this program seeks to redefine what it takes to be in good health. Understand the science of why your body reacts to stress as it does and how to take charge of your own health and well-being by managing the impact of stress through a 360-degree approach.
6:30pm - Meet the Experts Reception
7:00pm - 8:00pm - Presentation
Please call (818) 575-1114 for information or reservations. Located at Four Seaons Hotel Westlake Village, Two Dole Drive in Westlake Village. October 12 – Look Good...Feel Better
Look Good...Feel Better helps women in active cancer treatment learn techniques to restore their self-image and cope with appearance-related side effects. Certified beauty professionals provide tips on:
Caring for Your Skin
Hair Styling with Wigs and Accessories
Makeup Techniques
Your self-image is always important to your total health and well being. As you continue treatment, take good care of yourself by attending Look Good...Feel Better. Please see flyer for times, dates, and locations. October 13 – Introduction to Mindfulness for Patients with Cancer and their Caregivers (Part of the Insights into Cancer Public Lecture Series)
Susan Smalley, Ph.D., UCLA Professor in Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and Founder of the Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC), and Diana Winston, Director of Mindfulness Education at MARC introduce us to mindfulness: the art of openly and actively paying attention to the present moment. This approach has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, improve attention, boost the immune system, reduce emotional reactivity, and promote a general sense of health and wellness. They present the science behind how mindfulness works on our body and brain, and offer several experiential practices that teach the basics of mindfulness meditation. They discuss how it can be used specifically by cancer patients and their caregivers. 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (RRMC) Auditorium, B Level, Room B130, 757 Westwood Plaza. UCLA Parking is $11; wheelchair accessible. Attendees can park in the medical plaza or there is valet parking at the front of RRMC. October 22 – The Power of Sleep (Part of the Complimentary Wellness Speaker Series at California Health & Longevity Institute)
Director of Medical Operations Siobhan Palmer will explor the importance of sleep as it relates to healthy living, optimum performance and longevity. Only about one-third of the U.S. population achieves the ideal eight hours of sleep each night. Even those who get the right quantity of sleep may suffer from poor quality of sleep. Understanding the obstacles that get in our way and examining strategies that promote a good night's sleep will better equip individuals to engage in positive behavior change.
6:30pm - Meet the Experts Reception
7:00pm - 8:00pm - Presentation
Please call (818) 575-1114 for information or reservations. Located at Four Seaons Hotel Westlake Village, Two Dole Drive in Westlake Village. September 23 - October 28 – A four-week workshop to help people dealing with cancer, trauma, chronic illness, or any kind of loss. The curriculum is based on "Writing for Wellness: A Prescription for Healing" by Julie Davey. No writing experience is necessary. This four-week session will be held at the following times:
Wednesdays at 3:00pm and September 23, 30, and October 7, 14, 21 and 28. Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, 12401 Washington Blvd in Whittier, 90602. For more information, please contact Sheila Spivey at (562) 776-0201 or
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. Please call the Whittier Branch office at (562) 698-0811 Ext. 12820 to register. October 24 – Treating Breast Cancer
A UCLA gynecologic oncologist Amer Karam, M.D., will explore state-of-the-art breast cancer detection and therapies. 2:00pm - 3:30pm at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital, 1225 15th STreet, Classroom B in Santa Monica. To RSVP, please call (800) 516-5323. October 27 – Updates for Prostate Cancer Patients
Chris King, M.D., Ph.D., UCLA Radiation Oncology and Robert Reiter, M.D., UCLA Urology, will discuss the latest treatments and research for prostate cancer, hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy and the new Radiation Oncology program. 6:00pm - 7:30pm at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, 757 Westwood Plaza, room B-130. For more information, please call (310) 794-1397 or e-mail
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. October 28 – Registration deadline for I Can Cope: Relieving Cancer Pain - California Statewide Telephone Class
Participants will examine the health challenges to wellness and quality of life imposed by cancer pain. An overview of pain, medical treatments to control pain and non-medical strategies will be presented to help empower participants and assist them to begin building a repertoire of self-care techniques. This class is offered over the phone and is available exclusively for adult cancer patients and caregivers residing in California. This class will take place on November 4, 2009, 10:00am - 12:00pm. To register or for more information, please contact Heather Heyerdahl at (805) 963-1576 or
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October 28 – Breathe, Relax and Be Still
Participate in a workshop to experience the joy of yoga and meditation for healing. Learn how to gain strength and flexibility and to reduce stress. The workshop is particularly helpful to people with cancer and fibromyalgia. 1:30pm - 3:30pm at the YWCA Santa Monica Westside at 2019 14th Street in Santa Monica. To RSVP or for more information, please call (800) 516-5323. For ages 50+. October 28 – Senior Health Fair
Visit our booth and many other exhibitors at this special event for older aduts and family caregivers. 2:00pm - 6:30pm at Hollywood Temple Beth El at 1317 N. Crescent Heights Blvd. in West Hollywood. For more information, please call (800) 516-5323. For ages 50+. October 29 – Bladder Cancer Update
Arnold Chin, M.D., Ph.D., UCLA urologist will focus on the impact and current state-of-the-art treatment for bladder cancer. 2:00pm - 3:30pm at the Westside Family YMCA at 11311 La Grange Avenue in West Los Angeles. For more information or to RSVP please call (800) 516-5323. October 30 – Second Annual Technology and Aging Conference
UCLA's Center on Aging will bring together academic and industry leaders to discuss how the latest technologies in the medical, consumer and lifestyle fields will help older adults live better, longer lives. Highlights include cutting-edge developments in home design, daily activity monitoring through sensors, remote health and safety check-ups, and new medical treatment technologies. In addition, non-medical strategies to improve and enhance vision, hearing, brain function and fall prevention will also be discussed.
8:00am - 5:00pm at the Skirball Cultural Center at 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd in Los Angeles. For more information, please call (310) 794-0676.
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