NOVEMBER 2012
The holidays are coming!!! No time to be tired, so join us for a special program on fatigue, and take a look at our other upcoming events to help you enjoy life to its fullest.
Tuesday, November 13
9th Annual Bob Rosum Memorial Lecture
Power Up: Using Integrative Medicine to Heal the Nation's Fatigue Epidemic
9-11am
Greenwich Library, Cole Auditorium
101 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich
Speaker: Woodson Merrell, MD, PhD, ScD
Fatigue. You might wake up tired, or feel that every little action is a struggle. Either way, fatigue is often resistant to conventional approaches of treating symptoms. Dr. Merrell will discuss getting to the root of the problem. Learn more. FREE.
Smokers know their habit is dangerous to their health. Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, but nonsmokers can get this serious illness, too. Learn more about habits, risks and treatments during Lung Cancer Awareness Month:
Tuesday, November 27, 6:30-8pm
Progress in the Treatment of Lung Cancer with thoracic surgeon Paul Waters, MD. Learn more. FREE.
Thursday, November 15, 9:30-11am, 11:30am-1pm (two times)
Great American Smokeout 2012 Meet the professionals and learn effective ways to stop smoking. Learn more. FREE.
Tuesday, November 20
Smoke Stoppers New session begins - for smokers who want to quit or cut back. Call 203-863-4444 for details. FREE.
Wednesday, November 28
Women's Health Initiative Lecture
Getting a Handle on the Healthcare System
6-8pm
Noble Conference Center
Speakers: Linda Grant, MD, Medical Director, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Jan Larkin, RN, Nurse Navigator, Breast Center; Patricia Babcock, RN, Director of Case Management and Patient Progression.
Navigating the complexities of the healthcare system can be confusing, frustrating and exhausting - from diagnosis and treatment options to negotiating with insurance companies and sifting through employee benefit plans. Gain insight to make educated decisions. Learn more. FREE.
One-On-One cooking coaching is now available with culinary dietitian Gavin Pritchard, RD, through Greenwich Hospital's Weight Loss & Diabetes Center. Stay motivated to eat well during the upcoming season of temptation and overindulgence. Learn more.
Flu season is here. Does your workplace have a flu shot program? If not, Greenwich Hospital offers packages for large and small businesses. Learn more.
Grant a wish to benefit all! Our Roaring 20s Gala in October was a swell way to benefit Greenwich Hospital's Emergency Department. Keep up the momentum and add your support by purchasing an item from the department's Wish List. Your generosity supports our efforts to provide excellent, safe and compassionate care to emergency patients of all ages.
Are you looking for a specialist? A new primary care physician? You can Find a Doctor on our website with information about services offered, locations, and which types of insurance are accepted.
