Having a Baby: The Man’s Role
Thinking about starting a family? A little common sense coupled with an ounce or two of prevention can go a long way in having a healthy child. Once you and your partner decide you’re ready to be parents, you probably want to get the baby show on the road right away. For couples actively seeking pregnancy, it can take months […]
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Planning a Pregnancy
The decision to have a baby is one of the biggest you will make in your lifetime. When you are ready to take this step, there are a few things you can do to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. A Preconception Healthcare Visit Schedule a preconception visit with your doctor before you try to get pregnant. During […]
Read MoreGriffin Hospital recognizes volunteers, awards scholarships
Griffin Hospital honored its volunteers for selflessly giving their time and talents to the hospital in 2023 at its Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner held at Sage in Derby recently. A total of 116 hospital volunteers logged more than 21,350 hours last year while serving as ambassadors, candy stripers, bakers, shuttle drivers, soft touch therapy providers, writers of vital patient stories […]
Read MoreGriffin Health Offers Free Presentation on Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery May 17
Griffin Health will offer a free presentation on minimally invasive hip replacement surgery on Wed., May 17 at 5:45 p.m. at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby. Orthopedic Surgeon Philip Minotti, MD, will discuss the advanced direct anterior approach for hip replacement, which offers important advantages over standard surgical procedures. Direct anterior hip replacement patients generally experience less pain along […]
Read MoreGriffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers Offers Summer Semester for CNA, PCT, MA, and Phlebotomy
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, at 300 Seymour Avenue, Suite 206 in Derby, is accepting applications for its summer semesters of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (MA), and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs. The Phlebotomy, MA, and PCT semesters will begin May 22 and the summer CNA program will start July 17. The […]
Read MoreHelp Your Community and Enhance Your Health as a Griffin Hospital Volunteer
Griffin Hospital is seeking volunteers for its innovative Reiki, Therapeutic Touch and Vital Patient Stories programs which benefit patients and volunteers alike. According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, individuals who volunteer in their community experience physical and mental health benefits by receiving a greater sense of purpose and accomplishment. As a hospital committed to the Planetree patient-centered […]
Read MoreCenter for Cancer Care to Host Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Prevention Open House
In recognition of National Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave, Derby, is helping individuals reduce their risk for this potentially deadly disease. Specially trained cancer care nurses and nutritionist will be available in the Center’s lobby on Mon., April 24 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., offering important information on […]
Read MoreBlessing of the Hands for Veterinarians & Animal Control April 30
The Griffin Hospital People and Animals Working in Spirit (P.A.W.S.) Program and Griffin Health Spiritual Care and Education will offer a special non-denominational Blessing of the Hands ceremony for area veterinarians and their staff, and Animal Control on Sunday, April 30 from 1-3 p.m. at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division Street, Derby. Light refreshments will be served. No pets please. To […]
Read MoreGet Ready for a Healthy Summer at the Annual Children’s Health and Safety Fair April 30
he 20th Annual Children’s Health and Safety Fair will be Sun., April 30 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Warsaw Park on Pulaski Highway in Ansonia to help families get ready for a fun and healthy summer. Griffin Hospital Community Outreach and Valley Parish Nurse Program, Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley, Griffin Faculty Physicians, and area health and safety organizations will […]
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How Diet Can Help Prevent and Manage Chronic Diseases
We’ve heard the saying a thousand times: “You are what you eat.” And yet many Americans have chronic diseases from what they eat. So maybe it’s time to make some changes to what we eat in order to manage these chronic diseases. Your diet impacts your health on so many levels. It’s undeniable that a well-balanced diet supports an all-around […]
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