Thursday, September 27, 2018
Griffin Hospital in Derby to hold prostate cancer screenings
Griffin Hospital will offer free prostate cancer screenings Oct. 17 at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin./ Contributed photo
DERBY - Griffin Hospital will host free prostate cancer screenings with a sports tailgate feel from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave.
Prostate cancer screenings are recommended for men at 50 years old. Men at higher risk, including African-American men and men who have a first-degree relative (father or brother) diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65, should be screened at age 45.
Men at a very high risk (multiple family members diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65 years) should be tested at age 40.
In addition to the screenings, participants and family members can enjoy a tailgate party buffet at the Center for Cancer Care.
The screening is sponsored by Griffin’s Health Initiative for Men (HiM), which encourages men to have an annual physical and to raise awareness about men’s health issues such as prostate cancer and colorectal cancer.
“We strongly encourage the men in our community to take advantage of these free screenings,” said Dr. Joseph Camilleri, Urologist, Griffin Faculty Physicians.“As the second-leading cancer killer in men, prostate cancer is a serious disease, but it can be successfully treated if caught at an early stage. This event will be a combination of preventative screening and education, so men know what symptoms to look for and they can share this information with friends, family and neighbors.”
The screening will take 10-15 minutes. Space for the free screenings is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
To register, call 203-732-1280.
About Prostate Cancer
Approximately 1 in 7 men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. As with most cancers, early diagnosis is important to improve chances of cure. Screening, although controversial, is important because early prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms.
There have been tremendous advances in the treatment of prostate cancer making treatments more effective and causing much less side effects.
For further information on your prostate health, contact your physician or call Griffin Faculty Physicians Urologists at (203) 732-2651 or visit griffinfacultyphysicians.org.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Recuperation journey: Sunbathing
Perfect morning to catch some rays. (Photo taken through the window.)
Lodge in Derby to host flag raising, celebration on Columbus Day
Valley Regional Lodge #151
Sons of Italy
Lorenzo Durante, President
In cooperation with
The Cities & Towns of the
Naugatuck River Valley
cordially invite you to help us celebrate
Columbus Day 2018
Monday, October 8, 2018
11 a.m.
Sons of Italy – 73 High Street – Derby, CT
Program
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance & National Anthem
Italian Flag Raising
Tribute to Columbus & Brief Remarks
Benediction
Lunch Reception following
Please RSVP ASAP
Kathryn Gasparini – 203-734-6261
Registration opens for Commodore Hull 5K race in Shelton, Derby
A Thanksgiving Day tradition since 2002
Registration is now open for the 2018 Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day 5K Road Race.
The registered runners have been increased from 750 to 800 this year, and online registration will close as soon as that limit is reached. There will be no registrations taken on race day.
Registration fees have been kept at their same low $25 level again this year. Grammar and high school runners receive a discount and register for $10. Our 70+ runners get an even better deal - they register free of charge.
Registration fees for all runners goes up to $30 on Nov. 20.
The registered runners have been increased from 750 to 800 this year, and online registration will close as soon as that limit is reached. There will be no registrations taken on race day.
Registration fees have been kept at their same low $25 level again this year. Grammar and high school runners receive a discount and register for $10. Our 70+ runners get an even better deal - they register free of charge.
Registration fees for all runners goes up to $30 on Nov. 20.
Divisions are (male and female): 18-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-69. Special Divisions: Grammar School, High School, Holstein (male - 200 lb. minimum, female – 160 lb. minimum), and 70 and over.
There are no race refunds once you have registered; however, should something change and you can’t run, you can transfer your registration to another runner for a $5 fee.
Disposable Bib Chip Technology will once again be provided by Fast Track Timing, LLC, and race results will be available almost instantaneously through their phone app.
Awards will be presented to the first-place male and female runners overall, and the top three male and female finishers in each division. Special awards will go to the top three male and female runners in the High School Division.
Race packet pickup will be held at the Boys & Girls Club at One Positive Place, Shelton on Nov. 18 and 21.
There are no race refunds once you have registered; however, should something change and you can’t run, you can transfer your registration to another runner for a $5 fee.
Disposable Bib Chip Technology will once again be provided by Fast Track Timing, LLC, and race results will be available almost instantaneously through their phone app.
Awards will be presented to the first-place male and female runners overall, and the top three male and female finishers in each division. Special awards will go to the top three male and female runners in the High School Division.
Race packet pickup will be held at the Boys & Girls Club at One Positive Place, Shelton on Nov. 18 and 21.
Runners are strongly encouraged to pick their packets up on these days. Goody bags are guaranteed to the first 500 runners to pick their race bibs up.
Greco & Haines, flagship sponsor since 2002, will once again be providing a quality race shirt to all the runners.
Diane Stroman has been named honorary starter at this year’s race.
Shaye Roscoe, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, said, “We are thrilled that Diane has been selected as our honorary starter. Diane is a dedicated and active member of our community whose compassion and advocacy has positively impacted countless lives throughout the years.”
Diane has served our community for more than 35 years and retired this year from her position as Vice President of TEAM Inc. She is deeply passionate and very knowledgeable about the community’s needs. Diane lives in Ansonia where she grew up and has two children and two grandsons.
“When I look over the list of past honorary starters, I am humbled to have been asked,” Diane said. “It is a great honor to be selected. This race is a testimony of how the Valley and surrounding towns can come together in support of one another. I look forward to seeing the runners, friends, and families at the starting line.”
Jimmy Tickey, chair of the race committee, said, "I am thrilled to serve as Chair of our Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day Road Race in downtown Shelton. Every year, about 800 runners - with their friends and family cheering them on - join us on Thanksgiving morning for a special 5K road race. The morning is always filled with gratitude and our strong Valley spirit, and I am so pleased to be a part of this great Valley tradition."
To keep up to date about all race happenings, visit www.BGC-LNV.org/commodore-hull-5k and sign up for our newsletter, or contact Ann Wheeler at 203-924-7462, AnnWheeler@BGC-LNV.org.
The original race website is still active, and will remain available until all the information, dating back to the first race in 2002, is brought over.
You can find this treasure trove of race history at www.electronicvalley.org/derby/HullRace/index.htm.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, visit www.BGC-LNV.org.
This is a press release from the Club.
Greco & Haines, flagship sponsor since 2002, will once again be providing a quality race shirt to all the runners.
Diane Stroman has been named honorary starter at this year’s race.
Shaye Roscoe, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, said, “We are thrilled that Diane has been selected as our honorary starter. Diane is a dedicated and active member of our community whose compassion and advocacy has positively impacted countless lives throughout the years.”
Diane has served our community for more than 35 years and retired this year from her position as Vice President of TEAM Inc. She is deeply passionate and very knowledgeable about the community’s needs. Diane lives in Ansonia where she grew up and has two children and two grandsons.
“When I look over the list of past honorary starters, I am humbled to have been asked,” Diane said. “It is a great honor to be selected. This race is a testimony of how the Valley and surrounding towns can come together in support of one another. I look forward to seeing the runners, friends, and families at the starting line.”
Jimmy Tickey, chair of the race committee, said, "I am thrilled to serve as Chair of our Commodore Hull Thanksgiving Day Road Race in downtown Shelton. Every year, about 800 runners - with their friends and family cheering them on - join us on Thanksgiving morning for a special 5K road race. The morning is always filled with gratitude and our strong Valley spirit, and I am so pleased to be a part of this great Valley tradition."
To keep up to date about all race happenings, visit www.BGC-LNV.org/commodore-hull-5k and sign up for our newsletter, or contact Ann Wheeler at 203-924-7462, AnnWheeler@BGC-LNV.org.
The original race website is still active, and will remain available until all the information, dating back to the first race in 2002, is brought over.
You can find this treasure trove of race history at www.electronicvalley.org/derby/HullRace/index.htm.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, visit www.BGC-LNV.org.
This is a press release from the Club.