Health & Wellness

NORWALK, CT — Calf Pasture Beach and Shady Beach in Norwalk have officially reopened after elevated bacteria levels forced a temporary closure earlier this week. The popular Norwalk beaches reopen just in time for Memorial...

NORTH CANAAN, CT — A suspicious package delivered to the Becton Dickinson (BD) North Canaan facility on Thursday, May 15, prompted a sweeping emergency response before testing negative for several high-risk biohazards. The North Canaan...

HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut Democratic leaders are raising alarms over a congressional Medicaid proposal they say could drastically reduce healthcare coverage for over a million residents, particularly affecting low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities....

HARTFORD, CT – A planned strike involving Connecticut’s long-term care workforce has been deferred by eight days after Governor Ned Lamont requested additional time to resolve compensation deficiencies through the biennial state budget process. SEIU District...

NEW BRITAIN, CT — The beloved Race in the Park returned to New Britain this Saturday, drawing thousands to Walnut Hill Park for the 22nd annual event supporting breast cancer research. Organized by the Connecticut...

HARTFORD, CT — Governor Ned Lamont has signed new legislation expanding the Connecticut Firefighters Cancer Relief Program, a move that significantly broadens cancer-related benefits for firefighters across the state. Signed into law on May 9,...

BRISTOL, CT — The Bristol health expo returned Sunday with a powerful showcase of holistic wellness, drawing hundreds to the DoubleTree by Hilton for the 14th Bi-Annual Passport to Health and Wellness Expo. This free...

MYSTIC, CT — A raccoon found on Borodell Avenue in Mystic has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to issue a public warning on Friday. The alert was released by the Ledge Light Health...

HARTFORD, CT — In a decisive move to improve Connecticut teen birth control access, the Connecticut House of Representatives has passed House Bill 7213, a measure allowing minors to obtain contraceptives and prenatal care without...

HARTFORD, CT — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA recalls bread products sold in Connecticut due to the possible presence of glass fragments, posing serious health risks to consumers. The FDA announced the voluntary...