Exceptional CT-specific data training resources
Effective health advocacy requires evidence. Persuading policymakers, funders, providers, and consumers is a lot easier if you can demonstrate the…
Prescription Drugs chapter in CT Healthcare Explained updated
We’ve updated the Prescription Drugs chapter of CT Healthcare Explained. The update was prompted by new state law, the experience…
Book Club — Pre-Existing Conditions: How Lobbying Makes American Health Care More Expensive
If you’re still looking for a summer read, Pre-Existing Conditions, by Alex Garlick, is a good choice. This is the…
Healthcare Workforce chapter in CT Healthcare Explained updated
We’ve updated the Healthcare Workforce chapter of CT Healthcare Explained. The update was prompted by new numbers, workplace violence, and…
Analysis: Public health is the bedrock of our health system, we should treat it better
These are strange, hard times for public health.The country, including government, is focused on improving our health. But we get…
Help Medicaid members keep healthcare benefits under threat
As federal Medicaid cuts loom, DSS is urging HUSKY and SNAP recipients to update their contact information. The federal budget…
Governor proposes breaking up OHS
In his budget proposal today, Governor Lamont wisely proposed delegating the many functions under the Office of Health Strategy (OHS)…
Advocacy Toolbox resources for legislative session
Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session starts this Wednesday, February 4th and healthcare will be a hot topic this year. Just a…
ACA chapter in CT Healthcare Explained updated
We’ve updated the Affordable Care Act chapter of CT Healthcare Explained. The update was prompted by new numbers and new…