DPH, Regional EMS Councils Honor Outstanding EMS
In conjunction with National Emergency Medical Services Week, the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Connecticut Regional EMS Councils will honor state Emergency Medical Services providers for their outstanding service at an award ceremony next week.
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May 18, 2013 - 10:00:38 AM
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GH: Prediabetes - Do You Have It? How Do You Know?
Diabetes is one of the most misunderstood medical conditions. "It's not just about sugar. It's about your heart," says Nancy Ryan, RD, BC-ADM, a registered dietitian, board-certified in advanced diabetes management at Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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May 16, 2013 - 4:25:27 PM
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After Ovarian Cancer, Stamford Woman Says She is “One of the Lucky Ones”
“On January 4, 2012, I went into Danbury Hospital thinking I was getting a simple hysterectomy,” recalls 51-year-old Laura Barzetti. “My gynecologist had found what he thought were fibroid tumors in my abdomen during an office visit, and said they should be removed. He told me it was pretty routine and I’d be back to work in no time.”
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May 16, 2013 - 11:45:19 AM
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Norwalk Hospital Offers Panel Presentation on Mental Health Services
Norwalk Hospital is hosting a panel presentation that will focus on the continuum of mental health services offered through the Norwalk Hospital Department of Psychiatry and other community resources. The program will take place on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm in the Richard S. Perkin Auditorium at Norwalk Hospital.
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May 15, 2013 - 1:11:28 PM
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Saint Francis the only New England provider to beta test new URAC accreditation
Saint Francis Care announced Tuesday that it is beta testing the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission’s (URAC) new clinically integrated network (CIN) accreditation standards through its affiliation with Saint Francis HealthCare Partners. URAC, an independent accreditation organization advancing quality and value throughout health care, created the new program to serve as a roadmap for health providers to achieve clinical integration and accountable care. By earning URAC accreditation, Saint Francis will demonstrate its ability to deliver improved patient care and reduced costs.
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May 15, 2013 - 12:33:38 PM
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St. Vincent’s Receives “A” in Safety
For the second year in a row, St. Vincent’s has received an “A” Hospital Safety Score ™ from the Leapfrog Group, an independent, national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. St. Vincent’s is one of only two hospitals in Fairfield County, and one of only four out of 26 rated hospitals in the state to meet the criteria required for the “A” safety score.
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May 15, 2013 - 12:15:51 PM
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St Vincent's Opens New Primary Care Office in Westport
St. Vincent’s MultiSpecialty Group announces that Anna Pankratov, MD, has joined its new primary care office in Westport called Westport Medicine. The practice is located at 225 Main Street, Suite 101, in downtown Westport.
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May 15, 2013 - 1:08:27 AM
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"Tee-off" Party at McLaren Launches ONS Foundation 5th Annual Golf Outing
On Thursday, April 25th, ONS Foundation for Clinical Research and Education donors, friends and Board members attended the 5th Annual Golf Outing "Tee-Off" party in the McLaren showroom. The party, a celebration of this milestone year, was graciously hosted by Cynthia and Richard Koppelman and Miller Motorcars. Theresa Rogers-Matthews and Horseneck Wines presented a wine tasting of fine French wines that complemented an artful array of hors d'oeuvres by Watson’s Catering. Attending the event were Golf Outing co-chairs, Dr. Michael Clain, Rich Granoff and ONS Foundation Vice President Vicki Leeds Tananbaum. The Outing, presented in conjunction with Greenwich Hospital, is scheduled for Monday, June 10th at The Stanwich Club and will include a round of golf, lunch, cocktails, an elaborate buffet dinner, and silent and live auctions co-chaired by Rebecca Karson, Lauren Mazzullo and Amy Sethi. Professional auctioneer Philae Knight of Phillips auction house will direct the bidding during the live auction. Knight joined Phillips in 2007 and is now leading the New York office of Private Client Services.
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May 15, 2013 - 1:02:29 AM
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Norwalk Hospital Receives Award for Stroke Care
Norwalk Hospital has received the Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. The award recognizes Norwalk Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted guidelines.
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May 13, 2013 - 5:56:09 AM
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Parenthood of Southern New England recognizes National Women's Health Week
As part of National Women’s Health Week (May 12-18, 2013), Planned Parenthood of Southern New England (PPSNE) is urging women in Connecticut and Rhode Island to schedule preventive checkups, including breast cancer screenings and, if recommended, a Pap test to help protect their health.
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May 9, 2013 - 3:55:04 PM
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Norwalk Community Health Center Increases Vaccination Rates Among Senior Patients
The Norwalk Community Health Center (NCHC) was recently recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for successfully increasing pneumonia vaccination rates among its older patients. From 2011 through 2012, the Center increased the number of its patients who received the vaccine from under 20 percent to more than 50 percent.
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May 8, 2013 - 11:05:57 AM
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Griffin Hospital Wins Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2012
Griffin Hospital in Derby has earned the service industry-coveted 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor awarded annually to approximately 5 percent of all the companies rated on Angie’s List, the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews on local service companies.
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May 8, 2013 - 9:34:09 AM
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DPH: Take Steps to Prevent Tick Bites
Simple steps effective ways to help prevent tick bites and tick-borne diseases
With warm weather upon us and people spending more time outdoors, the Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds Connecticut residents to take steps to prevent tick bites and tick-borne diseases.
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May 7, 2013 - 2:39:43 PM
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Griffin Hospital Receives Award for Quality Stroke Care
Griffin Hospital has received the Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. The award recognizes Griffin Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted guidelines.
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May 7, 2013 - 4:10:37 AM
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Norwalk Hospital Breaks Ground on New Ambulatory Pavilion
Named in Honor of the Late Anne. P and Harold W. McGraw, Jr.
Norwalk Hospital celebrated a major milestone on Friday breaking ground on a new ambulatory pavilion to meet Fairfield County’s growing need for outpatient care. The new pavilion marks the largest expansion project in Norwalk Hospital’s 120-year history.
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May 6, 2013 - 12:29:19 AM
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