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Buying insurance can be confusing
When I was at a friend’s house recently, his parents were in the process of choosing a health plan because…
PCCM bill public hearing
Tuesday the Human Services Committee heard HB-5297, An Act Concerning Statewide Expansion of the Primary Care Case Management Pilot Program.…
Governor proposes more cuts to health care
To address the growing budget deficit, the Governor’s mitigation plan includes $13.7 million in new cuts to health care programs.…
Hearing on hospital error reporting proposal
Yesterday the Public Health Committee heard SB-248, An Act Concerning Adverse Events at Hospitals and Outpatient Surgical Facilities. Proponents argue…
A fresh perspective
At the beginning of February the National Association of Free Clinics ran a free clinic in Hartford, and for the…
National gridlock on health reform misses the point
A new report by Families USA estimates that 2,100 residents of Connecticut have died because they were uninsured since the…
Pressure is building to improve health insurance premium regulation
Calls are increasing from advocates, legislators and public officials to better regulate health insurance rates in CT. A bill being…
CT a leader in children’s oral health
Some good news for a change – CT is recognized as a national leader in getting dental care to children…
Why is getting healthy so hard? Find out April 21st
The Donaghue Foundation’s annual meeting will focus on behavioral and cultural perspectives on taking responsibility for our health. The meeting…