Griffin Health to Discuss the Benefits of Fiber with Valley Seniors
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut will host health education programs this June designed to help Valley seniors add more fiber to their diets. Griffin Health Clinical Lead Dietitian Jody Reade, RD, CDN, will lead Fueling your Body with Fiber and Why It Matters, a free presentation on the importance of fiber and how to creatively […]
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Griffin Health Community Garden to Host Free Presentation on Composting
The Griffin Community Garden at Griffin Hospital is helping individuals learn to grow healthy fruits and vegetables with a free presentation on composting Mon., May 18 at 4:30 p.m. This “Composting Basics” presentation will feature Master Gardener Robin Michalak discussing practical composting techniques, environmental stewardship, and home gardening sustainability practices that increase awareness of healthy living resources and strengthen community […]
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Griffin Hospital Named Best Hospital in Connecticut for Orthopedic Surgery
Griffin Hospital, of Derby, CT, has been named one of the nation’s top hospitals for orthopedic surgery by Money magazine in its inaugural Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery 2026 rankings. Griffin was first in Connecticut and 13th in the country, scoring an “A+” orthopedic grade that places Griffin among an elite group of 75 hospitals nationwide selected for excellence in […]
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Griffin Hospital Named a World’s Best Hospital for Eighth Consecutive Year
For the eighth straight year, Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT has been recognized with the prominent distinction as a World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek. The World’s Best Hospitals recognition is based a rigorous evaluation process, including input from more than tens of thousands of medical professionals across 32 countries, hospital performance metrics, and patient satisfaction scores. Ranked second in Connecticut […]
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Prenatal Care and Testing
Every mother-to-be needs prenatal care. Prenatal care is the regular healthcare women receive during pregnancy from your doctor, midwife, or other healthcare professional. Prenatal care should begin as early as possible ideally even before you become pregnant – this is sometimes called a preconception visit. During your first visit, your provider will answer questions you may have regarding your pregnancy, […]
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Nutrition during Pregnancy
Eating a healthful diet and staying active during your pregnancy will not only benefit your growing baby, but it can also help you look and feel better. It can even help your labor and delivery go smoother, and make it easier to get back into shape. Eating Well for You and Your Baby Eating a variety of nutritious foods can […]
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Warning Signs of Depression
It’s normal to experience periods of sadness, especially after a challenging event such as losing a loved one, job loss, or a traumatic injury or diagnosis. Occasionally feeling down is to be expected, but when sad feelings don’t pass with time or start to impact many areas of your life, these could be signs of depression. It can be difficult […]
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Griffin Health Earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade
Griffin Hospital in Derby was awarded an ‘A’ in the Spring 2026 Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, recognizing its achievements in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. “An ‘A’ Grade is a strong sign that Griffin Hospital is deeply committed to protecting patients from harm,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We […]
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Griffin Hospital Recognizes Volunteers, Awards Scholarships
Griffin Hospital honored its volunteers for selflessly giving their time and talents to the hospital at its 2026 Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner held at Paradise Restaurant & Banquet Hall in Ansonia recently. More than 150 hospital volunteers logged over 22,500 hours last year while serving as ambassadors, candy stripers, bakers, shuttle drivers, soft touch therapy providers, writers of vital patient […]
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Griffin Hospital to Offer Reiki Level 1 Workshop June 2
Griffin Hospital will host a Reiki Level 1 Workshop on Tues., June 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Reiki is a complementary healing method rooted in ancient practices that involves the intentional direction of energy through the practitioner’s hands. When channeled properly, this energy relieves energy blockages to the body and brings balance to the energy fields thereby promoting healing on […]
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