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The Your Health Lecture Series is a collaborative community event sponsored by Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and its community partners throughout the state. 

See sidebar for upcoming lectures. All events are free and open to the public.

Questions? Call 616-234-2613.

Toxic Stress and Resilience: Shifting the Balance Toward Wellness

Wednesday, September 26 at 6:30 PM
Saginaw Valley State University, Ott Auditorium
7400 Bay Road, Saginaw

Join Dr. Lauren O'Connell for an informative conversation about toxic stress. You’ll learn about:
• The impact of childhood adversity on health outcomes
• Ways toxic stress can change the body
• How to build resilience in children and families

Click here to RSVP or call 616.234.2613

Lauren O'Connell, MD, MSc, FAAP
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician, Hurley Children's Center
Pediatric Health Services Researcher
Assistant Professor, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Your Health Lecture Series Sponsors
Saginaw Valley State University, MidMichigan Health & Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Depression: Recognition, Response and Relief

Thursday, October 11 at 7:00 PM
Grand Rapids Community College, Calkins Science Center Auditorium
226 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids

Join Dr. Eric Achtyes for an informative conversation about depression. You’ll learn about:
• The symptoms of clinical depression and when to seek help
• Common antidepressant therapies
• The role of somatic treatments for depression

Click here to RSVP or call 616.234.2613

Eric D. Achtyes, MD, MS
Psychiatrist, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Chair, Division of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Your Health Lecture Series Sponsors
Grand Rapids Community College, Spectrum Health & Michigan State University College of Human Medicine