Understanding Your Blood Pressure Numbers
Most of us know we don’t want our blood pressure to be “high.” But what does that actually mean? Do you know what numbers are ideal and what they refer to? Here is a quick breakdown of what you need to know about your blood pressure and the numbers. Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of […]
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Better Sleep Equals Better Health
Are You or a Loved One Experiencing Poor Sleep? It is estimated that more than 50 million Americans are affected by some form of a chronic sleep disorder. While poor sleep may seem like a minor concern, research shows that snoring or daytime sleepiness can indicate a severe health issue. Fortunately, most sleep disorders can be effectively treated – sometimes […]
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10 Healthy Morning Habits to Try Now
Your health may not be your first thought in the morning, but the morning is the best time to start healthy habits. How you start your morning sets the tone for your entire day. Here are ten healthy morning habits to try. Start with one or a few and work at them until you’ve mastered them. Then add some others. […]
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Tips for Avoiding the Cold and Flu this Season
Getting a flu vaccine is essential to protect your health and the health of those around you. If you are someone who is at high risk for serious illness due to the flu, it is very important that you get a flu vaccine and keep your immune system strong to protect yourself and lower your risk of falling dangerously ill. […]
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Decoding Nutrition Labels
by Griffin Health Communications & Public Affairs Intern Celina Daigle With so many food choices out there, how can you know if what you are putting into my body is considered healthy or not? Grocery stores are filled with a variety of frozen, fresh, and packaged foods. Some are processed and others are organic, which can make it a bit […]
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Why Every Woman Should Get a Mammogram
By Griffin Health Communications & Public Affairs Intern Celina Daigle Understanding the Reward of Knowing about Your Breast Health Many women may wonder, “Do I need a mammogram?” The short and simple answer is yes. A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast that can find cysts, abnormal non-cancerous growths, and cancer. Additionally, a mammogram shows fibrocystic changes which […]
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Celebrating Connecticut’s Leadership in Breast Cancer Screening
By Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness Medical Director Denise Barajas, MD, and Griffin Health Commnications and Public Affairs Intern Celina Daigle This year, Breast Cancer Awareness Month has a special meaning for Connecticut as recently enacted national laws show how our home state is a leader in making sure women get the support for optimal breast cancer detection and treatment. […]
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Keeping Your Joints Healthy as You Age
by Griffin Health Communications Intern Celina Daigle As we age, our posture and walking patterns change, cartilage wears away, bones lose mass and density, and fluid in our joints decrease. This can cause pain, stiffness, and a lower range of motion. Understanding how aging affects our joints and how to manage joint health can help us maintain and potentially improve […]
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How to Care for a Hernia and How to Avoid Future Ones
This health information blog was written by Griffin Faculty Physicians General Surgeon Dr. Leland Soto. Hernias are a common health condition that are usually non-life threatening, but they shouldn’t be overlooked. A hernia is often a visible bulge in the abdomen, the groin and upper thigh. They develop when tissue or organs push through an opening in the abdominal wall. […]
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Think You Have a Hernia?
This health information blog was written by Griffin Faculty Physicians General Surgeon Dr. Leland Soto. Hernias are a common health condition that affect many men and women across the United States. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, over five million people in the U.S. suffer from hernias annually. Researchers have also found that more than 27 percent of […]
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