SUNY Downstate

10/13/2026

Good Food, Great Science, Stronger Communities!

Join us for Eats, Streets, and Beets, a unique pediatric conference celebrating nutrition, research, and community wellness!

Enjoy engaging presentations, a community resource fair, live music, and opportunities to learn how nutrition supports better health.

Free registration!

Learn more: https://www.sunydownstatepediatricgastroenterology.org/eats-streets-and-beets

10/08/2026

Can what we eat help us live longer, healthier lives?

Find out at SUNY Downstate's Food Is Medicine for Healthy Longevity conference on Friday, November 6!

Join leading experts, including keynote speaker Dr. Wayne Dysinger of Blue Zones Health, to discover how nutrition supports healthy aging, brain health, physical strength, and overall well-being.

Enjoy healthy holiday cooking demonstrations, tastings, and delicious plant-based meals!

November 6, 2026 from 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

SUNY Downstate Alumni Auditorium, Brooklyn

Free registration for eligible students and physicians-in-training! Downstate students use code NutriSTU26 (student ID required).

Register: https://tinyurl.com/yu7ax573

Everyone interested in healthier living is welcome!

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, School of Public Health

10/07/2026

The October 6, 2026 Edition of the President's Bulletin, is now LIVE! Don't forget to check out the latest in , , and Downstate news! CLICK LINK BELOW to READ MORE!

10/06/2026

Join us for the 4th Annual Downstate Fall Research Symposium!

On Wednesday, October 14, the Downstate research community will come together for a day of research, ideas, and connection.

The program includes our Research Open Forum, the exciting Downstate Trainee Research Slam Competition, and a post-event mixer.

Click here to register: https://qualtrics.downstate.edu/jfe/form/SV_0JJINJJz50NznxQ

Click here for our Trainee Research Slam Webpage: https://www.downstate.edu/research/office-of-svpr/researchslam.html

Come celebrate the research, innovation, and talented people helping move discovery forward at Downstate!

10/05/2026

Join Us for a 5K Run/Walk on 11/7/2026 at 10 AM in Prospect Park. Brooklyn Free Clinic
Click or scan QR code in flyer to register: https://events.elitefeats.com/26bkfreeclinic
Click or scan QR code in flyer to donate: https://grouprev.com/campaigns/3143/brooklyn-free-clinic-5k-runwalk

10/05/2026

Domestic violence can take many forms—including isolation, threats, sexual violence, financial control, and monitoring—and it does not always leave visible injuries.

At Downstate, we stand with survivors. Supporting someone can begin with listening without blame, respecting their choices, and connecting them with help.

NYS Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline: Call 800-942-6906 or text 844-997-2121. Help is available 24/7 or click here: https://opdv.ny.gov/

Brooklyn Family Justice Center: 718-250-5113

Together, we can help survivors know they are heard and that support is available.

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10/01/2026

Preparedness in action at Downstate!

In recognition of National Preparedness Month, UHD Emergency Management brought our community together for its 2nd Annual Staff Education Day, featuring hands-on training and activities focused on strengthening emergency readiness across our campus.

From Stop the Bleed and MedSled hospital evacuation training to community preparedness resources and more, the day reminded us that being prepared starts with education, practice, and teamwork.

Watch our video from the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0dFcj9oEpc

UHD Emergency Management spotlights a day for interactive, hands-on...

10/01/2026

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Downstate honors those we have lost, celebrates survivors, and stands with everyone facing breast cancer across Brooklyn.

At University Hospital at Downstate, our commitment to includes comprehensive breast imaging and multidisciplinary care, along with compassion, reassurance, and support every step of the way.

To schedule a mammogram: 718-270-7333

Join for the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on Sunday, October 25, 2026, as we honor survivors, remember loved ones, and support those facing breast cancer.

Learn more or support the team: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=112436&pg=personal&px=59991809

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09/28/2026

ICYMI: On September 24, 2026, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) hosted an engaging Lunch & Learn, “Understanding the Family Caregiver Experience,” presented by Michelle Melendez, MS, LCSW, CASAC and hosted by Magda Alliancin, Ed.D., CEAP, SAP.

The session provided employees with an opportunity to explore the realities of family caregiving and the impact it can have on emotional well-being, work-life balance, and everyday responsibilities. Michelle shared valuable insights on the challenges caregivers often face, the importance of recognizing caregiver stress and burnout, and practical strategies for managing responsibilities while also making time for self-care.

The discussion also highlighted the importance of seeking support and utilizing available resources rather than navigating the caregiving journey alone. Participants were encouraged to recognize that caring for themselves is an important part of being able to care for others.

The EAP extends a special thank you to Michelle Melendez for sharing her expertise and to all of the employees who attended and participated in the discussion.

The Employee Assistance Program remains committed to providing programs, resources, and confidential support that address the real-life challenges affecting employees and their families.

09/24/2026

Exciting news for neuroscience research at Downstate!

Governor Kathy Hochul has awarded $1.5 million to SUNY Downstate to establish the Lifespan Neural Dynamics Center, expanding research into memory, cognition, aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurological disorders.

As part of the new SUNY Brain Institute, the Center will strengthen research collaboration while helping connect scientific discovery with the needs of patients and communities in Brooklyn and across New York State.

Thank you Governor Kathy Hochul

Learn more: https://www.downstate.edu/news-events/news/2026/09-23-brain-institute-neural-dynamic-center.html

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University will receive $1.5 million to establish the Lifespan Neural Dynamics Center, expanding the University’s capacity to study memory, cognition, aging, and neurological disease. The award forms part of the first phase of the...