DKH chief
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Adiletta serves
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PUTNAM — Anne Diamond has resigned as president and CEO of Day Kimball Healthcare, according to the DKH Board of Directors.
Joseph Adiletta, former chairman of board, will serve as interim president and CEO while the board conducts a search for Diamond’s replacement. Adiletta served as interim president and CEO from November 2016 to August 2017 prior to Diamond’s arrival. DKH also named Board of Directors Vice Chairman Janice Thurlow as interim board chairman during this time.
“I want to thank Anne for her contributions to Day Kimball’s position as a high-quality, patient-oriented, local community hospital and wish her all the best in future endeavors,” said Adiletta. Diamond will continue to work on key projects as executive advisor to the president and CEO until her departure on Oct. 25.
“As we continue the important work being done at Day Kimball, I am confident that the strong leadership of our Board, along with the experience of our administrative team and the dedication of our entire staff, will ensure that our organization continues to move forward in a positive direction,” Adiletta added.
Day Kimball recently announced a pending partnership with Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc. (PMH) to enhance its position as a next generation healthcare provider. Following the closing of the transaction, the Board and PMH will work together to provide best practices, operating experience and resources to enhance quality of care, services and programs. DKH would remain a not-for-profit community hospital under terms of the deal.
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Summer makes a bold colorful statement on its way out. This is the McClellan barn in Woodstock. More photos on page 6. Linda Lemmon photo.
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BROOKLYN — The Northeast District Department of Health (NDDH) is reminding residents to take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) are two diseases transmitted by infected mosquitoes that are of particular concern in the late summer and fall.
The State Mosquito Management Program reports that an increasing number of mosquitoes trapped by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station are testing positive for WNV and EEE.
Both WNV and EEE can cause severe disease in humans.
While WNV infections are usually not fatal, patients who develop meningitis or encephalitis may suffer long lasting symptoms of the nervous system.
EEE is one of the most severe mosquito-transmitted diseases in the country. It is a rare but potentially deadly disease.
A fatal human infection of EEE in eastern Connecticut was recorded in 2013.
Horses and other animals can also contract WNV and EEE.
Horse owners are reminded to review vaccination records with their veterinarians to ensure that EEE and WNV vaccinations are current and their horses are protected during the mosquito season.
Residents of Connecticut are at highest risk of acquiring WNV and EEE infections in August and September when the number of infected mosquitoes peaks.
To help residents lower their risk of acquiring mosquito-borne illnesses, NDDH developed the SWAT campaign that offers tips to avoid being bitten.
“SWAT is an easy acronym to remember to prevent mosquito bites,“ said Susan Starkey, NDDH Director of Health.
“Screens on doors and windows should be tight-fitting and in good repair; Wear protective clothing such as shoes, socks, long pants and long-sleeved shirts to cover bare skin; apply insect repellent according to instructions when going outdoors and be particularly careful at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
"Most importantly, Toss any standing water that may be collecting on your property. Water in wading pools, bird baths, buckets, barrels, flower pots, pet dishes, and tire swings should be changed or emptied regularly.
"Clogged roof gutters should be cleaned. These simple steps can help you reduce the risk for you and people you care about.”
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Summer makes a bold colorful statement on its way out. This is the McClellan barn in Woodstock. More photos on page 6. Linda Lemmon photo.
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