Beat the back-to-school rush and schedule your child’s well-visit today! Yearly exams are a good time to check on your child’s vaccination schedule and developmental milestones, and may be required for children to participate in athletic activities. The COVID-19 vaccine is also available for kids 12 and up. Learn more at daykimball.org/pediatrics.
How Old Are Those Bones?
A Closer Look at Osteoporosis from An Endocrinologist Perspective By Meryl J. Reichman, MD Did you know endocrinologists specialize in treating and preventing bone loss and preventing fractures? It's true! If your doctor has diagnosed you with osteoporosis or you’ve had fragility fractures, you may be referred to an endocrinologist to confirm the diagnosis. Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder where bones become porous, brittle, and prone to fracture. It can occur at any age but is more common in older adults. Establishing healthy habits when you’re young can help prevent or lessen the severity of osteoporosis as you age. Read more >
Endocrinology Services at Day Kimball Healthcare
Now Accepting New Patients!
Offering more than you expect for local healthcare starts with bringing experienced top notch physicians and specialists closer to home. Northeast Connecticut and surrounding communities now have access to high-quality specialty care in endocrinology from Dr. Meryl J. Reichman with Day Kimball Healthcare.
From care of common endocrine disorders, to treatment of complex conditions, it’s another way we’re providing more than you expect. The Day Kimball Medical Group Endocrinology practice, located at the Day Kimball Healthcare Center, 12 Lathrop Road, Plainfield, is accepting new adult patients ages 18 and up by referral. Schedule an appointment by calling (860) 457-9133. Learn more at daykimball.org/endocrinology.
DKH Proud
DKH's July Employee of the Month
Caitlyn Sward, registered dietitian in the Rose Bove LaRose Cancer Center at Day Kimball Hospital, has been named our employee of the month for July! Caitlyn began her career at DKH in 2019 after graduating with a bachelor’s of science in dietetics from the University of Connecticut. In her role, she is responsible for providing nutrition counseling to cancer patients in the hematology/oncology department. Keep reading >
We are excited to share that our imaging team has demonstrated the highest standards in breast imaging by once again receiving accreditation through the American College of Radiology (ACR) in Mammography!
Women who receive a mammogram at DKH can be confident they are receiving the highest level of image quality and safety in their examinations, as the hospital was recently awarded a three-year term of accreditation in 3D mammography from the ACR. DKH has offered 3D Mammography with Pristina Dueta™ technology since 2018 at our Day Kimball Healthcare Center in Plainfield and at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam. To learn more about all of our women’s health services and convenient locations visit daykimball.org/women.
DKH in the Community
Children's Play Group
Did you know DKH offers a children’s play group? Hosted by Nurturing Families Network and NOW, this play group provides games, stories, and interactive educational activities for children from birth through age 5.
Last month, we celebrated National Ice Cream Month with these little ones who enjoyed an afternoon of crafting, tunes, dancing, story time and of course, ice cream! Special thanks to The Ice Box who generously offered their space and served up their tasty ice cream! For more info about the play group, call or text (860) 428-0444.
Helping Protect Children & Families in NECT
DKH and the town of Plainfield and its school system leadership once again partnered on another community COVID-19 vaccination clinic for individuals ages 12 and up on Monday, August 2 at Plainfield High School. DKH gave out the first dose Pfizer and the single-dose J&J COVID-19 vaccines to those who attended. To learn more about DKH's COVID-19 response, visit daykimball.org/coronavirus.
DKH to Participate in Celebrate Plainfield Day
Saturday, August 7 | Lions Park
DKH will be participating as a vendor in Celebrate Plainfield Day to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lions Park at the Plainfield Town Hall. Organized by the Plainfield Business Association, Celebrate Plainfield Day is a full day of family-friendly fun to celebrate the community, its businesses and its people. While you're there be sure to visit DKH's booth! Learn more >
Cruise, BBQ, & Brew
Sunday, August 15 |Thompson Speedway
Join us for a full day of fun beginning with laps on the track at Thompson Speedway, a 90-minute motorcycle and car cruise around the beautiful northeast corner, followed by a delicious BBQ lunch at the Black Dog Bar & Grille! Funds raised will benefit the NECT Cancer Fund of DKH. Keep reading >
37th Annual Day Kimball Hospital Putnam Bank Golf Classic
Friday, September 10 | CT National Golf Club
Save the date for the Day Kimball Hospital Centreville Bank Golf Classic, now in its 37th year! Enjoy a round of golf and help us as we raise money to provide continued high quality medical care, technologies and facilities for those we serve across Northeast Connecticut. Learn more >
Bereavement Groups for Adults | Day & Evening Series Monthly, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Connecticut's in-person bereavement support groups for adults have returned! These groups provide a community of empathy and support for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. Registration is required. For details, contact Suzon Warner at (860) 928-0422 ext. 7316.
Walk, Talk & Social Support
Monthly, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Join us each month on the second and fourth Wednesdays at Roseland Park in Woodstock. Registration is required. For details, contact Suzon Warner at (860) 928-0422 ext. 7316.
Blood Drive Friday, August 6
Give the gift of life - donate blood! To schedule an appointment online, visit www.ribc.org/drives and use sponsor code 3844. Walk-ins only accepted if safe spacing permits at time of arrival.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Tuesday, August 17 | Zoom
Women with breast cancer or who have survived breast cancer are invited to join together virtually for support and advice at this free monthly support group. Contact Regina Ackart, MS, OTR/L: (860) 779-0252 for details.
For more information on these and many other upcoming events, visit daykimball.org/events.
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Children's Play Group
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