Bill Stanley’s “Once Upon A Time” CDs go on sale
Proceeds to benefit Backus Hospital and the Norwich Historical Society
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Latest News
Backus doctors chosen for clinical trial
NORWICH – A group of Backus Hospital doctors has been selected for a high-tech clinical trial for the treatment of chemotherapy-related cancer symptoms, the only group chosen in the state and one of 15 practices nationwide.
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Backus shows grim reality of drunken driving
NORWICH – As the only Trauma Center east of the Connecticut River, The William W. Backus Hospital sees its share of serious car crashes involving young people.
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NORWICH – Jann Christiansen, RN, Clinical Director of the Dr. Frederick S. Eadie Birthing Center at Backus Hospital, and the Birthing Center staff, have invited expectant parents and persons throughout the community to tour the newly redecorated center, Friday, Nov. 7 from 6 to 7 p.m.
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Backus announces Colchester construction
COLCHESTER -- The William W. Backus Hospital Monday announced a major redesign of its health center in Colchester, a project that will nearly double the size of the existing 5,878-square-foot facility.
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Bikers donate toys in name of Nightclub Fire victim
NORWICH – Children who are patients at The William W. Backus Hospital will be beneficiaries of a toy run organized by Tim Miceli of Norwich in remembrance of his brother, Sam Miceli, and the other victims of The Station nightclub fire in West Warwick, RI, on Feb. 20, 2003.
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Backus Hospital Announces New Programs
NORWICH -- The William W. Backus Hospital today announced the creation of its new Center for Healthcare Integration (CHI).
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Backus to host Cancer Survivors Day
NORWICH – More than 600 cancer survivors, their loved ones and caregivers are expected to gather at The William W. Backus Hospital Saturday, Oct. 4, to prove that life can be meaningful after a diagnosis of cancer.
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Voluntown boy serves as diabetes ambassador
VOLUNTOWN – Many people know Justin Stickman as an outgoing, straight-A student at Voluntown Elementary School.
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Free screenings for skin cancer
NORWICH – After a wet spring, summer has finally arrived. With the sunshine comes the threat of skin cancer.
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Backus to Host Community Health Event
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital will host Health Check 2003, a community event featuring health information, screenings and demonstrations, on June 6 at Dodd Stadium in Norwich.
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Backus Auxiliary awards scholarships, makes gift to Three Rivers nursing program
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital Auxiliary awarded two $1,000 student scholarships and made a $2,000 donation to the Three Rivers Community College Nursing Program during its annual Membership Coffee on Tuesday.
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April Events and Classes
Pre-natal Yoga class set for Backus
NORWICH – A five-week pre-natal yoga class designed
for women in all stages of pregnancy will be held Fridays,
April 18, 25 and May 2, 9 and 16 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in room
B-232.
The instructor is Carol Klammer, a registered yoga teacher,
who will focus on relaxation and reducing stress at home or
at work through practices learned in class. Registration should
be made at least one week in advance by calling 887-3388.
There is a $50 fee for this program.
Backus leads colorectal cancer awareness campaign
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital is distributing free colorectal cancer test kits. The kits are easy to use at home, and can help detect colorectal cancer, which kills more than 58,000 people in the United States each year. When this form of cancer is detected early, it can be treated effectively and cured.
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Backus to host free event for breast cancer survivors
NORWICH – The William W. Backus Hospital will host “The Power Within,” a free seminar for breast cancer survivors, on Saturday, April 5, at the Norwich Ramada. Lunch will be included.
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