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Feb 10, 12
"Cooking fresh food at home is the best way to lower sodium," Samantha Heller, a dietitian and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn., told HealthDay.
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"Cooking fresh food at home is the best way to lower sodium," Samantha Heller, a dietitian and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn., told HealthDay.
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Feb 07, 12
Ten food types, including bread, account for higher risk of heart disease, stroke, report says
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"Cooking fresh food at home is the best way to lower sodium," said Samantha Heller, a dietitian and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn.
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Heller suggested buying low-sodium foods, such as no-sodium canned tomatoes and tomato sauce, and using less cheese, "which can be surprisingly high in sodium."
It's important to learn which foods are high in sodium and figure them into your day, and to check food labels when shopping, Heller said. Also, limit cold cuts and processed meats.
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Feb 07, 12
Regulation needed to reduce students' access to junk food, researchers say
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That distinction didn't surprise Samantha Heller, a dietitian and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn.
"Put an elementary school kid in front of a vending machine. He can choose either a candy bar or apple, French fries or a salad. Which do you think he'll go for?" she asked.
"You don't need to be a rocket scientist to know the answer. Children will choose the food that they believe tastes best and is the most fun," she said.
Research has shown that when foods high in salt, sugar or fat are visible and convenient, people will eat them, she explained. "Pair that with marketing that makes these foods cool and exciting, and the results are obvious," she added.
Children will adapt to healthier foods when they are more readily available and have little or no competition from fast or junk foods, Heller said.
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Jan 13, 12
"Dietitian Samantha Heller shows you kitchen tips & gadgets to help you lose weight and eat healthier."
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Jan 03, 12
Health Notes is a weekly feature that highlights health and wellness news in the area. Hospitals and other health related agencies may e-mail items to scappetta@hersamacorn.com.
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Phlebotomy courses
Applications are being accepted for the next Patient Care Technician and Phlebotomy courses offered by the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers. Anyone age 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early registration is encouraged for both courses, as space is limited.
Winter session of the School's Patient Care Technician (PCT) program begins Monday, Jan. 23, with classes held Monday and Fridays, 9-3:30. Students are able to choose the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday portion of the program either days from 9-noon or evenings from 6-9. Program runs for 16 consecutive weeks and offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the School's fully equipped mock hospital room. Tuition includes four weeks practical training at Griffin Hospital, which is full time, Monday-Friday, 7-3:30.
Winter session of the School's Phlebotomy course begins Tuesday, Jan. 24, with classes held Tuesday-Thursday for 13 consecutive weeks. Both day and evening class options available. Tuition includes a 40-hour externship, national certification, lab coats, and books.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276.
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Women & heart disease
Seventh annual Women and Heart Disease program, Thursday, Feb. 2, Grassy Hill Lodge, 30 Sodom Lane, Derby. Registration and a silent auction starts at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and program at 6.
Samantha Heller, M.S., R.D., C.D.N., health and media expert, consultant and author of Get Smart: Prescription for Boosting Brain Power & Optimizing Total Body Health and nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, is guest speaker. Cost is $35. Call Daun Barrett, R.N., 203-732-7584; or Mary Swansiger, R.N., 203-732-1137.
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Griffin Family Comes Together to Help Our Friends at Spooner House Provide Holiday Meals and Shelter
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Weight Loss Surgery Seminars
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Jan 03, 12
Griffin Hospital $40,000 to support the development and evaluation of a pilot Cancer Survivorship Program.
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- Griffin Hospital $40,000 to support the development and evaluation of a pilot Cancer Survivorship Program.
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Jan 03, 12
Samantha Heller, a dietitian and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn., said that "the question this study brings up is whether the participants can maintain the weight loss they achieved on a formula-based, very low-calorie, supervised diet, in real life, with real food."
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Jan 03, 12
For the past year, an oil change at Curtiss-Ryan Honda did a lot more than keep cars in good shape. Every oil change performed at its service department on Bridgeport Avenue over the past year supported Griffin Hospital's Campaign for Breast Wellness.
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Genetic counseling
The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital offers cancer genetic counseling services to individuals and families as part of the Center's comprehensive model of patient-centered care.
Cancer genetic counseling is the process of collecting a patient's detailed personal and family history, assessing their personal risk, and discussing their genetic testing options. Genetic tests are tests on blood and other tissue used to identify genetic disorders.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 203-732-1260.
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Phlebotomy courses
Applications are being accepted for the next Patient Care Technician and Phlebotomy courses offered by the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers. Anyone age 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early registration is encouraged for both courses, as space is limited.
Winter session of the School's Patient Care Technician (PCT) program begins Monday, Jan. 23, with classes held Monday and Fridays, 9-3:30. Students are able to choose the Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday portion of the program either days from 9-noon or evenings from 6-9. Program runs for 16 consecutive weeks and offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the School's fully equipped mock hospital room. Tuition includes four weeks practical training at Griffin Hospital, which is full time, Monday-Friday, 7-3:30.
Winter session of the School's Phlebotomy course begins Tuesday, Jan. 24, with classes held Tuesday-Thursday for 13 consecutive weeks. Both day and evening class options available. Tuition includes a 40-hour externship, national certification, lab coats, and books.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276.
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Dec 07, 11
While much of the money will be donated to the Center for Integrative Medicine in Oncology at Middlesex Hospital’s Cancer Center, Christine said ATS will donate $2,500 to Midstate Medical Center in Meriden, Griffin Hospital in Derby and Saint Raphael Hospital in New Haven.
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Dec 07, 11
DERBY, CT (December 6, 2011) - With your car, a little preventive maintenance goes a long way. Now, thanks to Curtiss-Ryan Honda, every oil change performed at its award-winning service department over the past year will go a long way toward fighting breast cancer in our area.
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Dec 06, 11
"The HCG diet is a typical fad diet that preys on people's desperation for fast weight loss," said Samantha Heller, a dietitian, nutritionist, exercise physiologist and clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn. "Not only is it dangerous for people to consume only 500 calories a day over time but the safety and efficacy of taking HCG for weight loss has not been established. A near starvation diet can result in emotional, psychological and physiological damage."
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Nov 09, 11
DERBY - Maintaining good posture is key to staying fit and allowing the body to function as it should, said Myra Odenwaelder, a physical therapist who is director of rehabilitation services at Griffin Hospital.
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Oct 27, 11
Patrick Charmel, president and CEO of Griffin Hospital brought customers at Jesse Camilles Restaurant salads, poured their wine, and washed down tables. Naugatuck Mayor Robert Mezzo, Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan President John Roman, Naugatuck Savings Bank President and CFO Chuck Boulier, and Naugatuck Rotary Club President Jennifer Merrill joined Charmel to collect tips as part of the “Waiters go Pink” event.
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Oct 21, 11
The online portion of Autumn Elegance Auction 2011 is now open. The auction will run from October 20, 2011 to November 3, 2011, with the live event taking place on November 5, 2011. Proceeds go to Griffin Hospital in order to support (YOUR MISSION). Auction items range from exotic vacation getaways to donated items guaranteed to delight and surprise. So, tell your friends, family, community. Let the bidding begin!
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Oct 21, 11
Participants are encouraged to wear pink, fall outfits or your Halloween costume. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Griffin Hospital Valley Breast Cancer Fund.
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Oct 20, 11
Samantha Heller, clinical nutrition coordinator at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn., said that "one of the reasons nutrition labels are so confusing is that nutrition is very complicated.
"In fact, the current labeling system is so confounding to consumers that as part of a series of adult nutrition classes, I devote a one-hour class to reading and understanding the Nutrition Facts Panel," she added.
Simplifying front package labeling so consumers can make healthier choices is a great idea if the IOM can make it work, Heller said. "It is a huge undertaking and fraught with difficulties on many levels, from the food companies push-back to consumer understanding and education," she said.
It is difficult to apply the same standards to all foods, Heller said. "Some healthy foods may come up short and some less-than-healthy foods may end up getting more checks than they really deserve," she noted. "All this said, we do need an easy guidance system of some kind that will encourage consumers to make informed decisions about their food choices. The real question is, will a ratings system ultimately affect peoples buying habits or their health?" she added.
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