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CT health care open enrollment draws record numbers, …

WEBLeaders at Connecticut’s Affordable Care Act exchange reported a record number of sign-ups for health plans during the open enrollment period that ended …

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CT's health exchange is more affordable now. Here's what …

WEBStarting May 1, the state’s health insurance exchange, Access Health CT, will open a special enrollment period for residents who want to take advantage of …

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WEBStories about health care access and affordability in CT, as well as abortion, COVID, health equity and disparities, health system planning and more.

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CT open enrollment: How to sign up for health insurance

WEBEnrollment can be done online at AccessHealthCT.com or by calling 855-805-4325. The call center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and …

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Here's what you need to know about open enrollment, …

WEBResidents can sign up online at AccessHealthCT.com or call 855-805-4325. Call center hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays from …

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Lawmakers outline health policy priorities for upcoming …

WEBFollowing the recent approval of double-digit rate increases for fully insured health plans, pressure is mounting on lawmakers to tackle the escalating cost of health …

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What Lamont’s budget proposal would mean for health …

WEBOversight of hospitals, nursing homes and pharmaceutical companies topped Gov. Ned Lamont’s list of health care priorities in his spending plan for the fiscal year …

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Prospect-YNHH deal nearing 1 year of waiting for CT …

WEBEarlier this year, Dr. David Hill testified in favor of a major acquisition he felt was crucial to the survival of the hospital he’s worked at for 26 years — a deal for Yale …

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CT local public health officials reflect on managing COVID …

WEBCrossing Connecticut. When COVID hit, CT’s local public health officials sprang into action. Now, they reflect. Local public health departments took charge of …

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Opinion: CT must reform its response to sexual assault now

WEBA new bill in the Connecticut General Assembly, HB 5399, Concerning the Criminal Justice Response to Victims of Sexual Assault, will empower victims and give …

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Opinion: CT PFAS bill would protect public health, environment

WEBCT is considering a bill that would ban the use of PFAS in many products, which would go a long way to 'turn off the tap' of toxic chemicals.

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Opinion: Protect CT election officials against harassment

WEBAn essential part of the electoral process is the individuals who dedicate their time to administering elections. Unfortunately, as we approach the 2024 general …

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Opinion: CT should pursue online mental health needs software

WEBTechnology and the internet is so accessible in the world we currently live in, and it is more than capable of being an effective resource to seek help for students who …

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Lamont takes responsibility for tree cutting near his house

WEBHearst reported that the clearing of more than 180 trees over several acres “had the effect of opening up a scenic view from Lamont’s house and his neighbors, the …

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CT elder care reform bill passes House

WEBRep. Jane Garibay, D-Windsor, speaks in favor of H.B. 5001, which would impose a series of reforms to Connecticut's elder care system. Garibay and other …

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Opinion: CT should expand HUSKY health care to all immigrants

WEBThe General Assembly has an opportunity to close the gap on health inequities and expand state insurance access to all immigrants, regardless of age and …

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Opinion: Invest more in a safe return for young people

WEBNationally, every year, over 100,000 youths are being sent back into communities with high crime rates, poverty, and unstable households with little to no …

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Nuvance hospital system to merge with Northwell Health

WEBNuvance Health, which owns four hospitals in Connecticut and three in New York, will merge with Northwell Health to form a larger regional health system across …

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CT approves Prospect Medical-YNHH deal, paving the way for sale

WEBAfter 16 months of consideration, the state’s Office of Health Strategy on Wednesday approved an application for a Certificate of Need from Yale New Haven …

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Opinion: CT needs more oversight of birthing unit closure proposals

WEBActivists held signs advocating for proper healthcare in Windham at a rally on the Capitol steps on November 13, 2023. Credit: Shahrzad Rasekh / CT Mirror When …

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HUSKY insurance is 'unwinding' in CT. Here's what to know

WEBMedicaid is ‘unwinding’ in CT. Here’s what you need to know. A policy that guaranteed Medicaid coverage during the pandemic is ending, and thousands of CT …

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CT hospital, nursing home complaint backlog stretches back years

WEBSean King, the state’s interim health care advocate, said his office forwards roughly eight or nine complaints per month. The number of grievances sent to Painter’s …

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As home care in CT grows, we must do better by providers

WEBThe impact of the shift to home-based care is enormous. In addition to those needing long-term support (non-medical) at home, in 2022, there were 12,500 home …

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More than 800,000 CT residents impacted by data breach

WEBMore than 800,000 Connecticut residents had their personal information compromised during a data breach of an online wellness program used by health care …

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