Griffin Health to Host Book Reading about Transitioning by Local Author
The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, will host an evening of support and acceptance, exploring the experience of gender transitioning featuring Connecticut author Jillian Celentano on Mon., Sept. 21 at 6 pm. This empowering and positive event will discuss the complexities of transitioning to help others gain understanding and feel comfortable with diversity, equality […]
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Griffin’s Healthy U to Discuss Hispanic Health Sept. 16
The Healthy U Lecture Series at the Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, will provide an in-depth discussion about healthy living for individuals with Hispanic heritage on Wed., Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. Led by Griffin Health’s Spanish-speaking primary care physicians, this free program features trusted medical insight into the health concerns and risk factors […]
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Griffin Health Mental Health Worker Honored with BEE Award
Griffin Health recently honored Mental Health Worker Miguel “Mike” Ortiz with the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for nursing support caregivers. The BEE Award at Griffin Health honors nursing support caregivers who are committed to providing an exceptional care experience for patients and their loved ones, and fellow caregivers. Just as the bee helps strengthen flowers, nurses provide high-quality, person-centered […]
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Griffin Health Certified Surgical Technician Honored with BEE Award
Griffin Health recently honored Certified Surgical Technician Lauren Atkinson with the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for nursing support caregivers. The BEE Award at Griffin Health honors nursing support caregivers who are committed to providing an exceptional care experience for patients and their loved ones, and fellow caregivers. Just as the bee helps strengthen flowers, nurses provide high-quality, person-centered patient […]
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Griffin Health Offers Cancer Care Cooking Demonstrations
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Rd., Oxford, is hosting free cooking demonstrations to help individuals nourish the body through cancer oncology treatment and recovery. These cooking classes will explore how food can support healing during cancer treatments, manage treatment side effects, and rebuild strength whether individuals are cooking for themselves or a loved one […]
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The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital 18th Annual 5K Set for Oct. 24
The Annual 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave., Derby, will celebrate its 18th year on Sat., Oct. 24. This non-competitive, family-friendly event begins with day-of registration at 7:30 a.m., and starts at 9 a.m. Registration is $35 and includes a T-shirt. The registration fees will increase by $5 after Oct. 5. […]
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Prostate Cancer Screenings
Many men die each year from prostate cancer without ever experiencing symptoms. Prostate cancer screening can help identify the disease early on, when treatment is most effective. There are many different recommendations for prostate cancer screening from many medical organizations. There is also debate over the benefits of screening. The most important step you can take is to discuss screening […]
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The Healthy U Lecture Series at the Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, will provide an in-depth discussion about healthy breathing and pulmonary wellness on Wed., Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. Led by Griffin Health physicians and experts in pulmonology and sleep wellness, this free program features trusted medical insight into lung and respiratory well-being, […]
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Experience the Spirit of Calypso Nights at Griffin Health’s Annual Gala Benefiting Cancer Care
The 2026 Griffin Health Gala offers an enchanting evening of Caribbean music, dance and cuisine on Sat., Oct. 3 from 6-10:30 p.m. at the Oakdale Theater, 95 S. Turnpike Rd., Wallingford. Entitled Calypso Nights, this unforgettable event will feature the rhythmic sounds of steel drums, striking tropical décor, and a menu inspired by bold island flavor, creating an immersive and […]
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Griffin Health, Derby Elks Host Free Child Car Booster Seat Safety Clinic Sept. 15
Griffin Health and Derby Lodge #571 will host a free child car booster seat safety clinic on Tues., Sept. 15 from 3-5 p.m. at Griffin Health Community Outreach, 4 Mountain St., Derby. Certified child passenger safety technicians will help parents, caregivers and children learn the importance of child booster car seats, how to properly install them and the appropriate positioning […]
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