Griffin Health Cardiac Rehab in Derby to mark National Wear Red Day

DERBY - Happy Heart Month!

Griffin Health Cardiac Rehabilitation is celebrating National Wear Red Day Friday, Feb. 7 to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in women and help save lives.

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women.

Members of the Cardiac Rehab team will be accepting $5 donations for red dress pins, red dress magnets, and Wear Red bracelets on Feb. 7 outside the Griffin Hospital Dining Room from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

All proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association. If you can’t make a donation at Griffin, you can donate directly to the American Heart Association at www.goredforwomen.org.

For more information about Griffin's Cardiac Rehabilitation program visit https://www.griffinhealth.org/trea.../cardiac-rehabilitation.

For more information about Griffin Faculty Physicians Cardiology Specialists, visit https://gfp.griffinhealth.org/specialty-care/cardiology.

#goredday #griffinhealth #cardiovascularhealth #goredforwomen

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From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Photography pioneer

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features Clara Barton Tomlinson Drew.

Clara was born in Seymour on Nov. 25, 1867 and was named after Clara Barton, the Civil War nurse who created the Red Cross. Clara Tomlinson moved to "Derby" (now part of Ansonia) as a young girl and later, in 1888, married Mr. John Wilbur Drew.

The Drews resided at 26 New St. where Clara (Tomlinson) Drew became a pioneer among women photographers. She operated a photography studio for decades out of her home. This is a photo of Clara Barton, the Civil War nurse, that was taken by Clara Barton Drew, the photographer, in 1909.

Clara Barton Drew died on Feb. 21, 1946 at the age of 79.

[First posted on this date in 2018.]

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.

Griffin Health, Ansonia NAACP recognize Black leaders in medicine

 

In honor of Black History Month, Griffin Health has partnered with the Ansonia NAACP in recognizing Black Americans who have made significant contributions to medicine.

Today, we spotlight Dr. Louis T. Wright.

Dr. Wright was a prominent surgeon and medical writer. He was the second Black American to become a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (1934), first to be appointed Police Surgeon of New York City (1928) and President of the Board of New York’s Harlem Hospital (1948).

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Mask-making workshop for kids slated Saturday at Ansonia Library

Master teaching artist Iyaba Ibo Mandingo will lead a mask-making workshop, exploring African culture and personal expression at the Ansonia Library.

Using recycled material and found objects, children 9+ will create stunning masks! Iyaba studied fine arts at Southern Connecticut State University and teaches in and around the tri-state area.

Iyaba’s art gallery — 9104 The Art House — serves as a workspace classroom and creative hub in Bridgeport.

Use the link to register and come create with us!
https://forms.gle/TopqJaLioE6kDPq49

 The Library is at 53 S. Cliff St., Ansonia.

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Ansonia congratulates Police Chief Williams on 35 years of service to city

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti and the Board of Police Commissioners presented Chief Wayne Williams with a commemorative award Wednesday night for his 35 years of dedicated service to the Ansonia Police Department and our residents.

Chief Williams was hired as a Patrol Officer on February 14, 1990. He was promoted through the ranks over the course of his long career.

Chief Williams’ two sons Tyler and Jared were on hand for the presentation.

Thank you Chief Williams. We are so proud and grateful to have you as our Chief.

Shout out to Commissioner Levinsky for coordinating.

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