Backus to host blood drive
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, July 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 326 Washington Street in Norwich.
News & Events
June 2012
June 28, 2012
June 27, 2012
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Plainfield Backus Emergency Care Center
On Tuesday, June 26, the Backus Health System welcomed more than 375 guests to its ribbon cutting ceremony and barbecue...
June 27, 2012
Hundreds attend Plainfield ED ribbon-cutting
More than 375 people attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Plainfield Backus Emergency Care Center on Tuesday, the latest sign of community support for the project.
June 26, 2012
Backus to host RN job fair for Plainfield Emergency Department
NORWICH – The Backus Health System will host a Registered Nurse Job Fair for the Plainfield Backus Emergency Care Center, on Thursday, June 28, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the new facility at 582 Norwich Road in Plainfield.
June 26, 2012
Backus Hospital offers cancer support group
NORWICH – Backus Hospital is offering a monthly support group on the second Tuesday of each month for cancer patients, survivors and their families. July’s session will discuss communicating with your provider on Tuesday, July 10, from 5-6 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby conference room #1 on 326 Washington Street.
June 23, 2012
Skies clear in time for Plainfield Relay for Life
In the morning there was a downpour. But when the Plainfield Relay for Life began Saturday at 11 a.m. the skies had cleared and cancer survivors, caregivers, families and friends flocked to Lions Field next to the Plainfield Town Hall for the 10th anniversary of The Relay For Life of Eastern Connecticut. Backus' Wendy Brennan headed up an enthusiastic team of helpers and participants at this year's event.
June 20, 2012
Heat Wave Health Tips
Dealing with these hot, sultry days can be a challenge, especially for the very young and the elderly. Nader Bahadory,...
June 20, 2012
Backus offers tips to avoid heat-related illness
NORWICH – As we experience potentially record-breaking temperatures and humidity, Steven Powell, MD, a pulmonologist on The William W. Backus Hospital Medical Staff, said heat is one of the most dangerous weather conditions.
June 15, 2012
31st annual Backus Golf Tournament a big success
More than 200 friends of Backus participated in the health system's annual golf tournament Thursday at Elmridge Golf Course in Pawcatuck. Attendees included a wide array of sponsors, donors, medical staff and employees. Thanks to all who participated and helped out. The event supports programs and services that will enable Backus to continue to serve the healthcare needs of the community. View this photo gallery to see a few scenes from the day's activities.
June 13, 2012
A big day for Backus preschoolers
Preschool graduates at the Mary Allen Ross Child Care Center at Backus were honored Wednesday, June 13 with a special Goodbye Party at the center. As parents and family members applauded, each child was handed a diploma and book, a collection of photos, artwork and notes from the child. The center is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and many of the children graduating have been there since they were infants.