Seminars

Community members were invited to join us for a free seminar to learn about new innovative treatments, technology, and ways to reduce high blood pressure. At this event, those who have been diagnosed with hypertension or high blood pressure learned about: Progression of hypertension, women and hypertension, medication management, innovative new procedures, lifestyle changes for maximum impact and more. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

Whether you are a person living with a serious illness, a caregiver of a loved one, or the healthiest you have ever been, having a care plan in the event you are unable to speak for yourself is important. Give yourself and your family peace of mind, knowing your wishes will be honored. To learn what steps you need to prepare your advanced health care plan, please watch a recording of this presentation in English or Spanish.

On February 29, 2024, community members were invited to join us for a healthy cooking demonstration featuring celebrity chef Hugh Groman. Attendees of the event were treated to an informative, fun evening that included a free tasting of Chef Groman’s dishes, which were as beautiful as they were delicious. If you need some new ideas for dinner, we encourage you to watch a recording of this event in English or Spanish.

With over 5 million cases diagnosed in the U.S., skin cancer is America’s most common cancer. At this educational seminar presented by Dr. Ravinder Gogia, Board-Certified Dermatologist at MarinHealth Dermatology, attendees learned how to identify suspicious spots and take proactive steps toward safeguarding your health and staying vigilant about skin health. Light dinner and refreshments were served.

Eating disorders affect more than 30 million people in the U.S. It’s a serious condition that impacts all genders, races, and ethnic groups, and it can negatively impact one’s health, emotions, and ability to function in all areas of life. Most eating disorders involve focusing too much on weight, body shape, and food, leading to dangerous eating behaviors that can harm the heart, digestive system, bones, teeth, and mouth and lead to other diseases. The good news is that with proper treatment and early intervention, your child can return to healthier eating habits and reverse serious complications caused by eating disorders. To learn more, please watch a recording of this presentation.

The health effects of the climate crisis are already upon us – from lung disease triggered by wildfires to deadly heatwaves to surges of infectious diseases. Evidence is mounting that biodiversity loss and changes in temperature and precipitation affect malnutrition, infectious and chronic diseases, and mental health and lead to injuries and premature death. In this presentation, our specialists discussed immediate and long-term causes and effects on health and what we must do in our local and global communities to control, respond, treat, adapt, and mitigate. To learn more, please watch a recording of this presentation.

The COVID-19 vaccine is available for children aged five and up, and boosters are now authorized for those aged six months or older. Marin County is among the most highly vaccinated areas in the nation. But many questions and concerns arise when it comes to vaccinating our children. If you are interested in learning more, please watch a recording of this presentation.

Bicycle use has become more popular, and when school is back in session, bicycle safety becomes even more important. Bicycle crashes are among the top causes of injury seen in the Emergency and Trauma Department at MarinHealth Medical Center and other hospitals. Bicyclists and motorists both play a role in preventing crashes and injuries. To learn more, please watch a recording of this presentation.

As if adolescence wasn’t stressful enough, the challenges teens faced and confronted during the COVID pandemic were unprecedented and were extremely overwhelming. Families, friends, and the community were often at a loss how to understand and offer support for mental health problems that were becoming increasingly common. If you care for a teen or are concerned about your well-being, please watch a recording of this presentation.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continued, it was exciting and encouraging that distribution of the much- anticipated vaccines had finally begun, and more of the population received access to immunization. In this presentation, you will learn timely information on COVID-19 vaccinations and how the rollout process in Marin County unfolded. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

Six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, what had we learned? What were our community’s unique needs and what was next? In this presentation, you will learn timely information on COVID-19, our healthcare response, and how to best protect yourself and others. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

As of June 2020, we had been working together as a community to flatten the COVID-19 curve for more than three months. Then, Marin experienced a surge in new COVID-19 cases. In this presentation, you will learn timely information about the pandemic, how Marin was responding, and what you can still do to protect yourself and others. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

This special lecture focused on Women and Cardiometabolic Health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the United States, accounting for 1 in 5 deaths in US women. Cardiometabolic risk factors also increase the likelihood of experiencing vascular events or developing diabetes. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

This special lecture featured remarks from two esteemed speakers, followed by a Question & Answer session. The lecture is appropriate for family members or caregivers of seniors, as well as individuals who want to learn about tools to empower themselves to age well. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.

County of Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) staff and partners provided an overview of Marin County’s crisis support and suicide prevention services. Presenters shared information on warning signs and symptoms of suicide as well as family and survivor support services in the county. Initial results from a county-wide community survey focused on suicide were also shared. Watch a recording of the entire presentation.