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Covid-19: Is the Second Booster Shot Right for You?

“The recommendation to get a second booster is very personal-risk-focused. It is important that we each know our risk levels as well as the risk levels of the people with whom we will be in contact.” – Dr. Stephanie Paulmeno, Greenwich Health Dept Continue Reading →

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After P&Z Denial, Greenwich Hospital Returns with Updated Smilow Cancer Center Proposal

“The headlines of the past two years have all been about Covid, but at Greenwich Hospital, in addition to Covid, we have not taken our eye off the fact that the incidence of cancer continues to grow.” – Diane Kelly, president of Greenwich Hospital Continue Reading →

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Coping with Pandemic Losses: Recognizing & responding to signs of our own distress

“Many have suffered from what is called secondary trauma, a reaction to the pain, suffering and loss of life around them even when they do not know the people involved. The Ukrainian tragedy that we are seeing daily is further compounding this enduring grief. During the pandemic, loss and grief reactions impacted front-line health and service providers, but also so many more who tended to be overlooked.” – Dr. Stephanie Paulmeno, Greenwich Dept of Health Continue Reading →

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Men’s Breakfast with Dr. Dick Hollister: “Aging Gracefully – Biology and Theology in our Later Years”

Dickerman Hollister, Junior, MD grew up in Greenwich and is beloved in this community. He has treated multiple generations of Greenwich families with grace, expertise, and empathy. He will speak to the men at this breakfast about all aspects of aging; physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Continue Reading →

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Schools Chief Shares Covid Mitigation Guidance after Masks Become Optional on March 1

Starting March 1, school staff will not be asked to regulate mask wearing during school hours.

“Families are encouraged to speak with their children and to make them aware of the choices you have made for your family.” – Dr. Toni Jones Continue Reading →

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