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Some stories remind us just how quickly life can change, and how important it is to act fast. 💙🐾When Kathryn McGuire did...
05/23/2026

Some stories remind us just how quickly life can change, and how important it is to act fast. 💙🐾

When Kathryn McGuire didn’t show up for lunch, her friends immediately knew something was wrong. They found her after she had suffered not one, but two strokes, while her beloved Golden Retriever and certified therapy dog, Maggie Mae, stayed faithfully by her side.

Thanks to quick action, emergency stroke care at Danbury Hospital and the support of family, friends and her care team, Kathryn was able to recover and return to time with loved ones, her grandchildren and bringing comfort to others alongside Maggie Mae.

Her story is also an important reminder that stroke can happen to anyone. Knowing the signs and seeking care quickly can make all the difference.

Remember B.E.F.A.S.T.:
⚖️ Balance changes
👁️ Eyes / vision changes
🙂 Face drooping
💪 Arm weakness
🗣️ Speech difficulty
⏱️ Time to call 911

Thank you, Kathryn, for sharing your story and inspiring others. 💙

Today on National Clinical Trials Day, we recognize the teams helping advance research and improve patient care across o...
05/21/2026

Today on National Clinical Trials Day, we recognize the teams helping advance research and improve patient care across our communities. 💙

Clinical trials do more than support medical progress. They help bring new treatments, expanded care options and research opportunities closer to home, giving patients access to emerging therapies and helping shape the future of care.

Behind that work is a dedicated team making it possible every day.

🔬 Research Institute
Advancing patient care through clinical trials and research in areas such as cancer and Lyme disease, helping bring academic-level research and treatment opportunities directly to the communities we serve.

📋 Investigator Initiated Research (IIR)
Supporting clinician-led studies that turn real patient questions into research that improves care and advances medical knowledge.

🤝 Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC)
Helping guide studies from startup through completion while supporting patients and ensuring research remains ethical and patient-centered.

Today, we celebrate the teams helping create healthier communities through research and access to care. Thank you! ⭐

05/20/2026

What does diabetes have to do with stroke risk? More than you may think. 🧠

Lauren Henriques, neuroscience coordinator at Danbury/New Milford Hospital, is helping raise awareness about the connection between diabetes and stroke risk. 👀

People with diabetes are at higher risk for stroke because consistently elevated blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels over time, increasing the likelihood of blocked blood flow to the brain. Managing diabetes through regular checkups, medication adherence, nutrition and movement can play an important role in reducing overall stroke risk.

Knowing the warning signs of stroke is just as important. Remember to BEFAST if you experience signs of stroke:

⚠️ Balance changes (dizzy, loss of coordination)
⚠️ Eyesight changes (blurred vision, double vision)
⚠️ Facial drooping on one side
⚠️ Arm weakness on one side
⚠️ Speech difficulty
⚠️ Time to call 911

Awareness, prevention and early action can make all the difference when it comes to stroke care and outcomes. 💙

05/20/2026

Brain cancer symptoms can sometimes be subtle, unexpected or easy to dismiss at first. 🧠

Neurosurgeon Dr. Adesh Tandon explains the basics of brain cancer, including common symptoms, different tumor types and available treatment options.

Depending on the tumor’s size and location, symptoms may include persistent headaches, seizures, changes in speech or vision, memory issues or balance concerns.

In this video, Dr. Tandon shares more about how brain tumors are diagnosed, treated and why early evaluation is important when neurological symptoms arise. 💙

A hospital is one of the few places where hundreds of people with completely different roles come together each day with...
05/15/2026

A hospital is one of the few places where hundreds of people with completely different roles come together each day with the same purpose: caring for others. 💙

At Danbury Hospital, it takes far more than what patients see during an appointment or hospital stay. It takes teamwork happening behind every hallway, desk, phone call, shift change and patient interaction to keep care moving forward.

During Hospital Week, we celebrated the people who make that possible every single day. Thank you to every team member for the compassion, energy, resilience and heart you bring to our patients, visitors and community. You are celebrated not only this week, but every week. 🏥✨

05/14/2026

Neurosurgeon Dr. David Penn answers an important question in just 60 seconds: What is a glioma? 🧠

Gliomas are a type of tumor that begin in the brain’s supportive glial cells. Symptoms can vary depending on the tumor’s size and location, but may include persistent headaches, seizures, vision changes, memory issues or difficulty with balance and speech.

Early evaluation and treatment can make a meaningful difference.

This Brain Tumor Awareness Month, take a moment to learn the signs, understand the importance of neurological care and help spread awareness. 💙

This National Nurses Week, we were honored to welcome the incredible Northwell Health Nurse Choir for a special performa...
05/11/2026

This National Nurses Week, we were honored to welcome the incredible Northwell Health Nurse Choir for a special performance at Danbury Hospital. 💙🎶

This inspiring group of front-line nurses has used the power of music to bring comfort, hope and joy to communities across the country. From earning the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent to performing at the White House, Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall, their voices continue to uplift and inspire. ✨

But beyond the spotlight, they are still nurses first. Caregivers. Advocates. Teammates. People who continue showing up for patients every single day.

Thank you to the Nurse Choir for sharing your talent and heart with our team and community during National Nurses Week. 🎤💙

Mother’s Day isn’t one story. It’s many. 🤍To the moms, soon-to-be moms and caregivers, we see you. 💐Wishing you a day fi...
05/10/2026

Mother’s Day isn’t one story. It’s many. 🤍

To the moms, soon-to-be moms and caregivers, we see you. 💐

Wishing you a day filled with care, in whatever way you need it most. Happy Mother's Day!

When you walk into Danbury Hospital, you want to feel one thing right away: safe. 💙That feeling is backed by action ever...
05/09/2026

When you walk into Danbury Hospital, you want to feel one thing right away: safe. 💙

That feeling is backed by action every single day and it is why Danbury Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group.

For patients, this means more than a letter grade.
It means the systems behind your care are designed to protect you.
It means teams are trained to catch problems before they happen.
It means strong infection prevention and constant attention to every detail that keeps you and your family safe.

From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, safety is not a step in the process. It is the foundation of it.

“This ‘A’ grade reflects the collaborative spirit that drives our hospital teams,” says Dr. Aparna Oltikar, vice president of medical affairs and chair of medicine at Danbury/New Milford Hospitals.

“Meeting this level of excellence is no small feat, and the result of executing the latest care standards, making ongoing improvements and focusing on safety. This recognition is a reassurance that our patients and community are in capable, caring hands. I am grateful to our staff for ensuring everyone consistently receives quality healthcare.”

05/07/2026

When most of the world is winding down, our nurses are just getting started. 🌙

This National Nurses Week, spend the night with Kaylee, a Danbury Hospital Emergency Department nurse, as she takes you through a on the overnight shift.

Nursing is skill, strength and compassion all in one and it never clocks out. 💙

Happy National Nurses Week to all who show up, care deeply and make a difference every single day!

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