Griffin Hospital Offers Health Talks in Naugatuck

Griffin Hospital invites residents of Naugatuck and the surrounding communities to come to its new Naugatuck Comprehensive Health & Wellness Center at 131 Bridge Street in Naugatuck for a series of free “Healthy U” educational talks throughout March.

On Thurs., March 5 at 6:30 p.m. Urologist Brian Sperling, DO, will present “Staying Healthy Below the Belt,” a discussion on common disorders such as stress and urge incontinence and how Griffin’s Center for Pelvic Health can help.

On Wed., March 11 at 6:30 p.m., Gastroenterologist Harold Schwartz, MD, will present “Colonoscopy - Just Do It,” a discussion on the importance of colonoscopy screening for all adults 50 and over and some of the misconceptions about this life-saving screening procedure.

On Thurs., March 12 at 6:30 p.m., Surgeons from Valley Orthopaedic Specialists will present “Joint Health and Orthopedic Surgery Options,” a discussion on overall joint health and new options for joint surgery to relieve pain and restore activity.

On Mon., March 23 at 5:30 p.m., Bariatric Surgeon Rishi Ramlogan, MD, will present “New Year, New You,” a discussion about how weight loss surgery can help improve your health and your life.

On Wed., March 25 at 6:30 p.m., Thoracic/Vascular Surgeon Richard P. Salzano, MD, Pulmonary Specialist K. Marya Chaisson, MD, and Smoking Cessation Coach Carrie O’Malley, RN, will present “Lung Cancer – Know your Risks,” a discussion about the dangers of smoking, lung cancer screenings for high-risk individuals, and free smoking cessation options offered by the hospital.
To register for these talks, click on the title or call 203.732.1511.