Griffin Health Offers Free Heart Health Workshop October 16
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living will offer a free workshop to help individuals manage heart conditions starting Oct. 16. The Heart Health Workshop is a free, three-week workshop that provides health education on heart disease with an emphasis on the management of hypertension and elevated cholesterol. The workshop will be held on Thursdays Oct. 16, 23 and 30 from […]
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Lifestyle Tips to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer
Every year in the United States, approximately 245,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast grow out of control, and can form a tumor, and may invade nearby healthy tissue. There are many factors that can influence your chance of getting breast cancer. Some factors you cannot change, such as your family history […]
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Griffin Health Offers Free Cooking Demonstration on Nutrition for High School Athletes
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living invites high school athletes and their parents to a free presentation and cooking demonstration about proper nutrition for peak performance in sports. Faster, Focused, Fueled: Nutrition Essentials for High School Athletes will be Sat., Oct. 18 from 10-11:30 a.m.at the Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen, Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford. This […]
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Seventeenth Annual Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk/Run Raises a Record $85,000
The 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital set a new fundraising record on Sept. 20 with sponsorships and more than 500 participants contributing more than $85,000 for local cancer care services and patient support programs. “This 5K provides hope, comfort and resources to cancer patients,” said Griffin Health President and CEO Patrick Charmel. “Your […]
Read MoreGriffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers to Host Fall Festival Open House Oct. 11
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host a Fall Festival Student Appreciation Day and Open House on Sat., Oct. 11 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1186 New Haven Rd., Naugatuck. Individuals interested in the school’s Practical Nursing (PN) program are invited to bring their families to this free celebration, featuring free games, activities, and fall-themed fun. The […]
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Griffin Health Offers Free Virtual Presentations on Weight-Loss for October
Griffin Bariatrics will offer free virtual presentations on its weight-loss services throughout October. Led by Griffin Hospital Director of Bariatrics Dr. Abe Fridman, these seminars will explain how bariatric surgery can help patients lose significant amounts of weight, enhance their health, and provide long-term well-being. Additionally, techniques, support programs, pre- and post-operative expectations, and insurance questions are also discussed. Upcoming […]
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Griffin Health to Teach Valley Seniors How to Respond to an Overdose
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of talks to inform seniors about know what can do in the event of an opioid overdose this October. Naugatuck Valley Health District Overdose Prevention Navigator Austin Telford, MPH, CCHW, will present “Narcan and You: Empowering Seniors to Respond to an Opioid Overdose,” which provides essential […]
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Griffin Health, Safe Kids Host Free Child Passenger Safety Clinic Sept 23
As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, Griffin Health and Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley will offer a free child passenger safety clinic by appointment on Tues., Sept. 23 from 3-5 p.m. at 4 Mountain Street, Derby (across the street from Griffin Hospital). Certified child passenger safety technicians will help parents, caregivers and children learn the importance of child […]
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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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Warning Signs for Ovarian Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 20,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2025, and nearly 13,000 will die from the disease. There are steps you can take for early detection and preventive measures. It is important for women to be aware of early warning signs of ovarian cancer. You are able to help catch it […]
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