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Dr. Philip Putter worked for a local animal hospital for several years while serving as Adopt-A-Dog’s veterinarian as well. Branching out on his own, he and a small group of vets will open their own local animal hospital in 2016. In the meantime his clients are enjoying his concierge service, “Spot On” Vet Care. Continue Reading →
Oscar- and Grammy-Award winning singer and songwriter John Legend performed; Nobel Laureate, Professor Elie Wiesel & Family and MMRF Co-Founder Karen Andrews were honored at the Continue Reading →
Donna will fill the vacancy created by Carol Burns’ retirement last June. The selection was made after a regional search and selection process. Continue Reading →
“After consulting with the Greenwich Director of Health, we do not believe these findings pose an increased risk to the health of students and staff. The type of Legionella bacteria identified is not the strain that is commonly associated with causing disease in people. Further, most healthy individuals do not become infected with Legionaella bacteria after exposure.” – Dr. William McKersie Continue Reading →
Bill and Barbara Gorgas adopted two Golden Retrievers who had belonged to the Monsigneur at St. Mary’s Church on Greenwich Avenue. So many people recognized the dogs from their romps in the church yard. The Gorgases had Clancy and Chase, who were brothers, for just over a year when Clancy died suddenly of a form of cancer that was not detected during his recent vet check and blood work. The Gorgas learned the type of cancer is common with Golden Retrievers and started ClancysCure an endowment to raise funds for research for a cure. Continue Reading →
Joan Lunden, a breast cancer survivor and Greenwich resident, received treatment for the disease at Greenwich Hospital last year. During the evening ceremonies, Terry Betteridge, CEO of Betteridge jewelers will receive The President’s Award for his years of unwavering support for Greenwich Hospital. Continue Reading →
Hear from people who have struggled with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other severe mental illnesses, and are now role models of hope and recovery. Continue Reading →
The Alzheimer’s Youth Alliance will host the inaugural Stand for Alzheimer’s Teen Charity Event on Saturday, October 3 at the Old Greenwich Civic Center. The event will feature dancing, music and refreshments and serves as the official kick-off for the Fairfield County Walk to End Alzheimer’s (October 4). Tickets are available for purchase online and funds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter. The Fairfield County Alzheimer’s Youth Alliance (AYA) is a collaborative effort of high school students currently representing Brunswick School, Greenwich Academy, Greenwich Country Day, Greenwich High School and Convent of the Sacred Heart. The organization’s mission is to raise awareness surrounding the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter through teen–sponsored events and community outreach. Continue Reading →
RSVP for the “Strength in Recovery” Luncheon Thursday September 24. The event is free. Dr. Sigurd Ackerman, president and CEO of Silver Hill Hospital, one of the sponsoring organizations, says recovery encompasses overcoming all mental illnesses including drug and alcohol addiction, bipolar disorders, disordered eating, suicide behavior, depression and anxiety. Continue Reading →
The fourth Annual Stamford Hospital Health Wellness & Sports Expo takes place on Oct. 17 and 18 at Chelsea Piers Connecticut. Billy Blanks Jr will conduct his world renowned dance fitness class at the Expo on Saturday, October 17 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 18, from noon to 1:00 pm. Continue Reading →