Griffin Health Offers Free Virtual Presentations on Weight-Loss for March
Griffin Bariatrics will offer free virtual presentations on its weight-loss services throughout March. Led by Griffin Hospital Director of Bariatrics Dr. Abe Fridman, these seminars will explain how bariatric surgery can help patients lose significant amounts of weight, enhance their health, and provide long-term well-being. Additionally, techniques, support programs, pre- and post-operative expectations, and insurance questions are also discussed. Upcoming […]
Read More
Griffin Health Offers Free Diabetes Self-Management Workshop in Naugatuck
Griffin Health and the Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging offer a free, six-week workshop in Naugatuck to help empower individuals diagnosed with diabetes take control of their health. The Live Well Diabetes Self-Management Workshop will be held Tuesdays March 4-April 15 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Naugatuck Senior Center, 300 Meadow St., Naugatuck. This interactive workshop will focus […]
Read More
Griffin Health to Host Medical Assistant Job Fair March 1
Griffin Health will host a job fair for individuals interested in becoming a Medical Assistant (MA) within its organization on Sat., March 1 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Griffin Faculty Physicians Family Health Center, 110 Commerce Drive, Shelton. The fair is a fast-track employment opportunity with on-site interviews and a firsthand look at Griffin’s compassionate care that includes tours […]
Read More
Griffin Health Offers Free Nutrition Events for Valley Seniors
Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of nutrition talks and free blood pressure screenings for seniors throughout the Valley in March. Griffin Health Executive Chef Daryeal Murphy will discuss how healthy eating can help improve overall well-being, including stronger muscles, increased immunity and better digestive system function, and prevent chronic disease such […]
Read More
Griffin Health Offers Free Heart Healthy Winter Cooking Demonstration
Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen will host a free health education program and a cooking demonstration to help individuals boost their heart health this winter. Heart Healthy Winter Cooking will be Thurs., Feb. 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 […]
Read More
Griffin Health Offers Free Heart Healthy Cooking Demonstration on Feb. 25
In recognition of American Heart Month, the Griffin Center for Healthy Living is hosting a free heart healthy cooking demonstration. Eating Healthy for American Heart Month will be Tues., Feb. 25 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen, Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford. This free culinary workshop will feature a discussion by registered Dietitian […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
Warning Signs of High Blood Pressure
While there are no obvious symptoms of high blood pressure, there are certain warning signs to look out for. Called the silent killer, high blood pressure is a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke, which are the leading causes of death in the United States. Because there are often no obvious symptoms, many people are unaware they have […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
Enhance Weight-Loss Medication Success with a Free Healthy Eating Program
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living in Oxford is helping individuals taking weight-loss medication like Mounjaro, Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound reach and keep their goals with a free healthy lifestyle management program. Led by Center for Healthy Living Medical Director and Weight-Loss Medicine Specialist Dr. Aisha Khan, Weight-Loss Medication and Healthy Eating is a five-week program that helps ensure participants’ […]
Read More