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Wendy Bjurstrom had never wanted to go to Africa but once she did, the experience changed the Westlake Village resident's life. She and her husband, Ed, a former Amgen vice president, were so deeply touched by the people they met on their first trip in 2002 that they formed an organization to help improve the health of Africans. More ... Affinity Bank has donated $7,500 to Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association. The bank has designated that the funds be applied to the home health agency's general operations and the Livingston endowment. More ... The Alzheimer's Association, California Central Coast Chapter will have a ForgetMe-Not bowling tournament from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Harley's Camarillo Bowl, 305 Arneill Road, Camarillo. Admission is $20, which includes bowling and shoe rentals. Prizes will be awarded for first, secondand third-place bowling teams. More ... The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has released the 2008 California Food Guide, a nutrition resource designed to promote healthy eating habits and physical activity for Californians. More ... The Thousand Oaks NarAnon Family Group is a weekly support group for friends and family members of those who have drug addictions. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday in room nine at Temple Adat Elohim, 2420 Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. The group has no religious affiliations. More ... 'TRY THIS'- Members of YogaWorks enjoy the offerings at a sake tasting party at the Suki 7 restaurant. YogaWorks' newest location is at 2475 Townsgate Road in the Westlake portion of Thousand Oaks. The facility offers a variety of yoga and mind/body fitness programs. Call (805) 371-3030 for information. More ... Aurora Vista del Mar Hospital will host a workshop titled "Addiction and the Family" from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thurs., May 29 in the gymnasium at 801 Seneca St., Ventura. Community members who have been affected by alcoholism or chemical dependency, including recovering individuals, family members, therapists and clinicians, are invited to attend. More ... Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association will hold a 60th anniversary celebration Sat., May 17 at the Hummingbird Nest Ranch, Simi Valley. In gratitude for his work with the agency, Charles M. Hair, MD, will be honored. More ... Health & Wellness RSS feed |
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