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S+AGE™ Newsline- All Issues
Click the links below to read previous issues of S+AGE™ Newsline, the S+AGE™ quarterly newsletter.
S+AGE™ newsletter Vol 3 Issue 3 (September 2010)
S+AGE™ newsletter Vol 3 Issue 2 (May 2010)
S+AGE™ newsletter Vol 3 Issue 1 (February 2010)
S+AGE™ newsletter Vol 2 Issue 3
S+AGE™ Newsline Vol. 2, Issue 2
S+AGE™ Newsline Vol. 2, Issue 1
Upcoming Event for Family Conservators
Bet Tzedek, a trusted resource for free legal assistance with senior issues in LA County and a community partner of S+AGE™, is hosting a FREE Training Event for family conservators and those considering a conservatorship. Click here for details.
Dr. Osterweil Featured in Caring for the Ages
Click to read Dr. Osterweil's article in Caring for the Ages, an official publication of the American Medical Directors Association.
The Chronic Problem of Chronic Care (May 2010)
Will We Better Manage Chronic Disease? (March 2010)
Senior Housing Complex Breaking Ground in Calabasas
It's a good start, but we at S+AGE™ know that more is needed. Affordable housing is in such short supply in Los Angeles during these hard economic times. Click here to read an article in The Daily News about a new senior housing complex planned for Old Town Calabasas. If you or someone you know needs help with senior housing, call us at S+AGE™ to explore the options.
Dr. Annette Swain Featured on Radio Program (January 2010)
S+AGE™ Neuropsychologist, Dr. Annette Swain and S+AGE™ Program Director, Joy Fruth, MSW were recently interviewed for KHTS's "Aging with Power" radio show, hosted by Myles McNamara. To hear a replay of the program that aired January 19, click here.
Flu Season: The S+AGE™ Response (December 2009)
It's that time of year again: flu season! Influenza poses a serious risk for older adults. Consequently, all older adults are encouraged to obtain the seasonal flu shot. Flu shots are now widely available. To obtain your flu shot, first contact your primary care physician or go to a local pharmacy, such as CVS or Walgreen's. Flu shot clinics are listed online at www.findaflushot.com. Community agencies also offer free flu shots at local health fairs. For more information on where you can obtain the seasonal flu shot, call S+AGE™ at (818) 341-7243.
Dr. Osterweil Featured on Radio Program
S+AGE™ Founder, Dr. Dan Osterweil was recently interviewed for KPFK's "Experience Talks" radio show. To hear Dr. Osterweil discuss the future of geriatric medicine, tune in to KPFK at 90.7 FM on Tuesday, June 30th from 2:00-2:30 pm. If you aren't able to tune in at that time, you can listen to the interview online anytime here. If you or someone you know could benefit from specialized geriatric medical care, call S+AGE™ at (818) 341-7243 to find out how we can help.
Pharmacist joins S+AGE™ Inter-disciplinary Team
We are proud to announce the addition of Janice Hoffman, PharmD to our S+AGE™ Inter-disciplinary team as a pharmacy consultant. Dr. Hoffman received her doctorate from the University of Southern California and is an Assistant Professor and Clinical Instructor at Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Hoffman has published and lectured extensively on geriatric pharmacology. Once per week she sees patients at S+AGE™, consulting with our physicians on issues of polypharmacy, and appropriate use of medication. Our patients have already recognized the benefits of working with a doctor-level pharmacist.
Dr. Dan Osterweil Honored by The American College of Physicians
S+AGE™ Founder and Medical Director, Dr. Dan Osterweil is a newly elected Fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP). According to the ACP, "fellowship is an honor achieved by those recognized by their peers for personal integrity, superior competence in internal medicine, professional accomplishment, and demonstrated scholarship." We, at S+AGE™, are proud of Dr. Osterweil and pleased to join him in celebrating this achievement.
S+AGE™ Featured on National Television
S+AGE™ was recently honored to participate in an episode of Health Corner TV, a show devoted to current health issues and hosted by Leeza Gibbons.
The episode aired on March 23 and featured our Medical Director and Founder, Dr. Dan Osterweil, speaking about the importance of early detection
of memory loss. To view the segment click here http://healthcorner.walgreens.com/display/1784.htm , then click on Show Archive and select the March 23rd episode. If you or someone you know is experiencing
changes in memory, S+AGE™ can help. Call us for an appointment today.
Thank you for all your kindness you gave to Mom. You made her laugh and smile for that we will always be grateful.”