AgeWell at Shelton Senior Center
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Boost Your Heart Health […]
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Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through AgeWell, a monthly series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions at area senior centered. Periodically, this program will provide nutritionally balanced and delicious food for attendees to enjoy. Boost Your Heart Health […]
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Heart Health Workshop
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. Based on guidelines by the American Heart Association, this program educates and empowers individuals to care for their hearts through nutrition, exercise, body composition, and stress reduction education. Weekly speakers include a certified […]
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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. Based on guidelines by the American Heart Association, this program educates and empowers individuals to care for their hearts through nutrition, exercise, body composition, and stress reduction education. Weekly speakers include a certified […]
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Healthy U Heart Health & Healthy Moving
Heart Health & Healthy Moving Wednesday, February 18 at 6 p.m. Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital 130 Division Street, Derby Led by Griffin Health physicians and health experts in cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation, this free program will feature trusted medical insight into heart health, including common heart conditions, treatment options, what individuals can do to keep their […]
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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. Based on guidelines by the American Heart Association, this program educates and empowers individuals to care for their hearts through nutrition, exercise, body composition, and stress reduction education. Weekly speakers include a certified […]
Read More Heart Health Workshop
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. Based on guidelines by the American Heart Association, this program educates and empowers individuals to care for their hearts through nutrition, exercise, body composition, and stress reduction education. Weekly speakers include a certified […]
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Hit Your Movement Goals with Walking Anytime
Griffin Health Chief of Cardiology Dr. Michael Lee and Griffin Health Director of Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Richard Le Pera contributed to this article. Walking is one of the most useful forms of exercise because you can add healthy steps to your day just about anywhere and at any time. Here are some ways to help you find your best […]
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Heart Healthy Winter Cooking
Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen presents Heart Healthy Winter Cooking Thursday, February 20 at 5 p.m. at The Griffin Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford. Join us for free health education and a cooking demonstration that will help you boost your heart health this winter! Former executive director of Massaro Farm and sustainable […]
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Heart Healthy Breakfast Recipes
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. These recipes will kick-start your day and keep your heart beating strong. Almond Butter Amaranth Parfait Serves 1 Ingredients 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon almond butter (peanut butter also works) 1/2 cup puffed amaranth 1/2 cup fresh fruit (blueberries or strawberries work well) 1/2 tablespoon cacao nibs* *Note additional topping […]
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