The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital

Hope Lives Luncheon

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Maria Ammar will host an inspiring afternoon of hope, friendship, and community. Hope Lives Luncheon Sunday, Oct.4 St. Barbara Church 480 Racebrook Rd. Orange, CT Tickets are $85 per person. To reserve your seat or learn more, contact Maria Ammar at 203-812-0721 or hopelives685@gmail.com.

Art Bras for the Valley

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Join us for a night of fashion, fun, and fundraising. This fashion show will showcase unique art bras created by survivors, their family, friends and local businesses. Art Bras for the Valley October 8 at 6 p.m. Little Barn 901 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton $60 ticket ($75 at the door) includes: Delightful selection of hors d’oeuvres Cash Bar Available Enjoy a […]

Waiters Go Pink!

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Join us for a special evening where Wellington’s waitstaff Goes Pink in support of Griffin Hospital’s Valley Goes Pink initiative! Monday, September 28 Evening Service Wellington’s Restaurant 51 Huntington Street, Shelton And this year, it’s not just the pros—featured community members will be trading in their day jobs for aprons and trays to help wait tables, too! Come see your […]

Pink Bingo

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Join us for a fun-filled night of Pink Bingo! Tuesday, October 13 6-9 p.m. The Hops Company 77 Sodom Ln, Derby, CT Enjoy an evening of exciting bingo games, great company, and fantastic prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. $30 donation includes 10 bingo sheets, dabber and […]

Derby and Ansonia High Softball and Baseball Teams Raise $4,000 for Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness

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The Ansonia and Derby high school softball and baseball teams recently presented Dr. Denise Barajas, medical director of The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, with a donation of $4,000. The funds were raised at a special pink baseball game on May 16 and at Derby High School’s 14th Annual Pink Softball Game on May 17. Initiated by […]

Bingo for Pink

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Join us for a fun-filled night of Bingo for Pink Tuesday, June 3 6-9 p.m. The Hops Company 77 Sodom Ln, Derby, CT Enjoy an evening of exciting bingo games, great company, and fantastic prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. $30 donation includes 10 bingo sheets, dabber […]

Why Every Woman Should Get a Mammogram

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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 […]