Backus, partners target Griswold for health programs
NORWICH – The Backus Health System is partnering with local organizations to present Get Healthy, Griswold!, a new community health...
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Category Archives: Wellness
January 7, 2013
December 14, 2012
Backus to sponsor weight loss program
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital’s Weight Loss Center will host a 17-week weight loss program on Thursday evenings beginning Feb. 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Backus Outpatient Care Center at 111 Salem Turnpike in Norwich.
December 13, 2012
A Safe Way to Deck the Halls
The holiday season is here, which means many people are decorating their homes with festive trees, candles and lights. To...
November 12, 2012
Backus Hospital offers asthma education classes
NORWICH – Backus Hospital will host a series of four asthma education classes on Mondays Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Backus Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Turnpike in Norwich.
November 9, 2012
Backus helps those impacted by Hurricane Sandy
The impact of Hurricane Sandy continues to be felt, even as another Nor-Easter hit the region on Wednesday.
October 3, 2012
Rehabilitation Services / Exercise
Various types of rehabilitation services are available at Backus including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. If you are...
October 3, 2012
Center for Healthcare Integration (CHI)
CHI is dedicated to the integration of mind, body, spirit and emotions for your health and healing. Massage, Healing Touch,...
October 2, 2012
Dr. Foley inducted as CSMS president
John Foley, MD, tells people he learned the science of medicine at college, but he learned how to be a doctor in the halls of Backus Hospital.
August 16, 2012
Backus to sponsor smoking cessation program
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital will offer the American Lung Association’s “Freedom From Smoking” program focusing on group support and behavior modification beginning August 21.
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,...