Though Common, Not All Dislocated Shoulders Are the Same
A common shoulder injury for athletes is shoulder instability or a shoulder dislocation. Depending upon the severity, this injury can be a simple fix or involve surgery. What is a Shoulder Dislocation? A shoulder dislocation occurs when the head of the humerus (upper arm bone) pops out of the shallow shoulder socket of the scapula (called the glenoid). This can […]
Read MoreWhy the Holidays Are Not So Merry for Your Gut
The holidays are hard on our stomachs – from the Halloween candy to the turkey and gravy to one-too-many glasses of champagne. And while it’s fun at the time, we often pay for all the overeating not only with weight gain, but also bloated stomachs, heartburn, and gas. This year, break the holiday tradition of an upset stomach. Below are […]
Read MoreDiabetes Screening: Who Should Be Screened and How Often?
Who Should Be Screened for Diabetes? According to the American Diabetes Association, everyone should be screened for diabetes beginning at age 45, and then every three years after that. If you have multiple risk factors (e.g, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, overweight), talk to your doctor about screening at an earlier age and screening more frequently. What Does the Screening […]
Read MoreFood to Eat (and Avoid) to Manage Your Cholesterol
The term “you are what you eat” certainly holds true when it comes to your cholesterol levels. While it can be easy to eat your way to an alarmingly high cholesterol level, you can also eat your way to lower cholesterol levels too. Lowering your cholesterol levels by changing your eating habits is a simple two-pronged strategy: Add foods that […]
Read MoreFive Vaccine Myths and Facts
While a lot of conflicting data exists around vaccines, the US Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization experts all agree they are a necessary part of creating and maintaining public health. Below we’ve outlined five key facts about vaccination, as well as some of the most common myths. If you have any questions about vaccinations or which ones […]
Read MoreFive Tips for Improving Social Wellness
These days, it seems the word “social” has come to mean jumping on a smartphone or computer to engage in social media as much as it does engaging in real human contact. Why is human contact important? Because depression, poor self esteem and even a shorter life span are just a few of the side effects of social “disconnection.” In […]
Read MoreGriffin Hospital Earns Top Grade for Patient Safety
Griffin Hospital was again ranked among the leading hospitals in Connecticut for providing safe care to its patients. The Leapfrog Group awarded Griffin Hospital an “A” grade for its Spring 2016 Hospital Safety Score survey. This is the hospital’s fifth “A” in three years and Griffin was one of just four hospitals in the state to receive the top score. “We […]
Read MoreED And Testosterone – How Being Shy Can Spell Trouble
Don’t Be a Shy Guy When it comes to health, being shy or ashamed about sexual dysfunction can be a very dangerous risk factor. Some men would prefer to avoid speaking to a doctor about their sexual health. Yet, while difficult to discuss, impotence or erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a telltale symptom for serious health issues. ED is the […]
Read MoreA Simple Gesture of Awesome Appreciation
It is practically impossible to recognize all that nurses do in taking care of the health and well being of this country. In honor of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), Griffin Hospital recognized its nurses with a special celebration and two simple words that carry a lot of meaning. The theme of this year’s Griffin Hospital Nurse Day Celebration was […]
Read MoreHewitt Center for Breast Wellness Receives National Quality Designation
DERBY, CT (Nov. 22, 2013) – The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital has achieved the highest level of quality breast health care recognition from the American College of Surgeons. The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program administered by the American College of Surgeons, recently granted a Full Three-Year Accreditation designation to the Hewitt Center for Breast […]
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