Griffin Health Welcomes Justin Rackley, MD, for Heart Rhythm Care and Cardiac Electrophysiology
Griffin Faculty Physicians welcomes Cardiologist Justin Rackley, MD, to its advanced Cardiac Electrophysiology practice. Dr. Rackley focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders involving the heart’s electrical system, including atrial fibrillation, arrhythmias, and palpitations. His work centers on identifying the source of rhythm disturbances and guiding treatment using advanced data, clinical evidence, and detailed analysis of the […]
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Griffin Health Offers Low-Dose Radiation Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital is providing an evidence-based, non-invasive treatment for plantar fasciitis. Low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) is a painless procedure that can significantly reduce inflammation, alleviate discomfort, and improve mobility in patients with plantar fasciitis. LDRT uses small doses of radiation specifically targeted to reduce inflammation in affected area, making it a safe and effective […]
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Griffin Health Offers Free Pickling Demonstration
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen will host a free cooking demonstration on the nutritional benefits of pickling. Pickling Basics will be Thurs., Aug. 20 at 5 p.m. at The Griffin Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford. Former Executive Director of Massaro Farm and sustainable nutrition expert Caty Poole will discuss the history […]
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Allergy & Immunology Specialist Dr. Racha Abi Melhem Joins Griffin Health
Griffin Faculty Physicians is pleased to welcome Dr. Racha Abi Melhem, a highly trained and compassionate allergy and immunology specialist, to its multi-specialty medical group. Dr. Abi Melhem joins Griffin after caring for children and adults for allergies and immune disorders during a fellowship with King’s County Hospital Center in New York. While supporting her mother through an immunodeficiency diagnosis […]
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Singers Needed to Bring Holiday Soul to the Valley
Griffin Health is looking for singers of all skill levels to lend their voices and help spread holiday cheer throughout the Naugatuck Valley with its Valley Soul Community Choir. Under the direction of Angela Clemmons, a professional singer for more than 40 years and director of the acclaimed “Shoreline Soul” performances in Madison, participants in the community choir will have […]
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Griffin Health Named High Performer in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, recently recognized Griffin Hospital in Derby in the biennial 2026 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI). Griffin scored a 95 to earn the High Performer designation in this industry standard benchmarking tool for LGBTQ+ inclusion and equity practices in […]
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Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers to Host Open House July 28
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house for its rewarding Practical Nursing (PN) program on Tues., July 28 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus at 1186 New Haven Rd. The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. With knowledgeable and […]
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Reduce Your Risk for Ovarian Cancer
Since the cause for ovarian cancer is unknown, there are no specific prevention guidelines, however women can help lower their risk and increase the chances for early detection. The most common risk factor for ovarian cancer is age. Ovarian cancer is more common in women over 60 years old or as a woman approaches or completes menopause. Ovarian cancer in […]
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Griffin Health Offers Cardiopulmonary Wellness Cooking Demonstration Series
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Rd., Oxford, is hosting a series of free cooking demonstrations throughout July and August to help individuals strengthen the heart and lung connection. Held July 14, 28, and every Tuesday in August from 5-6:15 p.m. at the Center’s Teaching Kitchen, these cooking classes will explore the powerful connection between […]
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Griffin’s Healthy U to Discuss Mental Wellness and Self Care July 15
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 mental wellness and well-being on Wed., July 15 at 6 p.m. Led by Griffin Health physicians and experts in behavioral health, this free program features trusted medical insight into emotional, psychological, and social well-being, and how […]
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