Danbury Hospital

11/01/2026

Loaded nachos are a game-day classic, but have you ever tried swapping the chips for mini bell peppers? 🌶️🏈

We're back with another Game Day Swap, and this week, we're giving one of football Sunday's favorite snacks a colorful twist!

Instead of tortilla chips, we're using mini bell peppers as the base and loading them up with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, tomatoes and melted cheese. Top them off with green onions and a little Greek yogurt for all that loaded nacho flavor.

They're crunchy, cheesy and packed with protein and veggies, making them an easy way to bring a little more balance to your game-day plate without missing out on your favorite toppings.

And the best part? They're just as easy to grab between plays as they are to make before kickoff. 🙌

10/31/2026

Danbury Hospital NICU babies may be tiny, but they're bringing BIG Halloween spirit this year! 🎃🧡

Our littlest patients dressed up for their very first Halloween, and each costume couldn't be more fitting.

🧸 A bear because they're beary loved.
🐛 A caterpillar because they're growing into something beautiful.
🦁 A lion because even the tiniest babies have the biggest roar.
🐾 A puppy because they're pawsitively precious.

For families in the NICU, milestones can look a little different than they imagined. First holidays may be spent surrounded by monitors and medical equipment instead of celebrating at home. But these moments still deserve to be celebrated. 💛

With loving care from our NICU team, Halloween became an opportunity for families to make memories, celebrate how far their little ones have come and experience a bit of normalcy during a journey that can feel anything but ordinary.

Because even in the NICU, there's room for joy, celebration and all the special firsts that make parenthood so meaningful. ✨

Happy Halloween to our tiniest trick-or-treaters and the families cheering them on every step of the way!

10/30/2026

Turns out, a little candy can bring a whole lot of people together. 🎃

From creative costumes to decorated trunks, Danbury Hospital's Trunk or Treat was full of Halloween fun and familiar faces!

We love seeing our team come together for moments like these, making memories and sharing smiles.

Take a look at the festivities! 👻

10/30/2026

10/28/2026

How much does your family tree *really* tell you about your breast cancer risk? 🌳

About 70–80% of people diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history of the disease.

So, which family connections actually matter when assessing your risk? 🤔💭

Dr. Susan Boolbol, our breast surgical oncologist, explains why it's not just about WHO has had breast cancer, but HOW they're related to you. 💖

Northwell Health Northwell Cancer Institute

10/28/2026

Every step forward is a step toward hope. 💗

Our Connecticut teams joined forces at the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Fairfield County! The crowd heard from Dr. Jeanne Capasse, our wonderful breast surgeon, and connected for a day of making a difference in breast cancer awareness and research.

Breast cancer touches the lives of so many, whether you're a survivor, navigating a diagnosis or supporting someone you love. Events like these remind us that no one has to face breast cancer alone.

To everyone impacted by breast cancer: Your strength inspires us, your story matters and our community is walking alongside you every step of the way. 🎀

Northwell Health Northwell Cancer Institute

10/25/2026

You've probably heard that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. But what does that actually mean for YOUR risk? 🩷

Family history can be complicated. We all have a family history of something, but that doesn't necessarily mean we're at higher risk for developing it.

In fact, most women are considered to be at average risk for breast cancer. That means a lifetime risk of approximately 12–13%, or about 1 in 8 women. 📊

Dr. Susan Boolbol, our breast surgical oncologist, explains what average risk really means and why understanding your personal risk is an important part of breast health.

Northwell Health Northwell Cancer Institute

10/25/2026

We're back with another Football Game Day Swap, and this week, pizza is on the menu. 🏈🍕

Because let's be honest, what's a football Sunday without some good snacks?

These bite-sized zucchini pizzas are an easy way to add a few more veggies to your game-day spread without giving up the flavors you love. 🥒

Just top fresh zucchini rounds with marinara, mozzarella and turkey pepperoni, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

They're easy to make, fun to customize and perfect for snacking from kickoff to the final whistle.

Would you give these a try? 👀

10/25/2026

A concerning breast lump changed Julie’s life and revealed strength she didn’t know she had. 🩷

Julie was diagnosed with stage IIB breast cancer and turned to a Danbury Hospital team she came to trust like family. Breast surgical oncologist Dr. Carinne Anderson offered an honest assessment: “It’s not the best, but it’s not the worst.”

Julie found a little humor in the moment. “I’m always in the middle, so that tracks,” she says.

She remembers Dr. Anderson as compassionate, gentle and someone who “really knows her stuff.”

When Julie asked medical oncologist Dr. Katherine Garcia for hope, she received the reassurance she needed.

“I said, ‘Just tell me I have a chance,’” Julie says. “She grabbed my hand and said, ‘Don’t you worry. You’re going to be fine.’ At that point, I thought: As long as I have a chance, I’ll do it.”

Julie completed chemotherapy before Dr. Anderson performed breast surgery with reconstruction. She then underwent radiation therapy with Dr. John Spera.

Today, Julie is doing well, with no evidence of disease, and sees life differently. ✨

“If someone had told me ahead of time that I was going to have cancer, I wouldn’t have thought I could handle it,” she says. “Then you come out the other side and realize you’re a lot stronger.”

Now, she’s traveling, making more time for family and friends and appreciating even an ordinary walk. 🌷

“There’s a freedom that comes with cancer,” Julie says. “I’m always reminded that I got a second chance. I want to appreciate it and enjoy it.”

Her message to other women: Don’t put off mammograms, pay attention to breast changes and ask questions until you feel comfortable with your care. 🩷

Read Julie’s full story and learn more about the team that helped her through treatment: https://ow.ly/V3mU5100E5o

Northwell Health Northwell Cancer Institute

10/23/2026

When news of Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis began making headlines, one word in particular may have caught your attention: adenocarcinoma. 🫁

It's a word most of us probably wouldn't recognize. But for someone facing a lung cancer diagnosis, understanding what it means can make a big difference.

That's because lung cancer isn't just one disease. And while two people may hear the same words, "you have lung cancer," what comes next can look very different.

There are two main types:

🔹 Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) accounts for roughly 10% of cases and tends to grow and spread more quickly.

🔹 Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for roughly 90% of cases and includes several subtypes, including adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.

Adenocarcinoma, the type Pope Leo was diagnosed with, is the most common subtype of lung cancer.

And that's why the details matter. Behind every diagnosis is a person, a family and a care journey that's uniquely their own.

The more we understand, the better we can support the people navigating it. 💙