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Connecticut’s Health Care Crossroads - This week’s newsletter dives into the forces shaping care in our state, from Gov....
10/17/2025

Connecticut’s Health Care Crossroads - This week’s newsletter dives into the forces shaping care in our state, from Gov. Lamont’s multistate public health alliance to UConn Health’s bid for Waterbury Hospital. With AI entering exam rooms, fresh produce replacing prescriptions, and artists amplifying mental health, Connecticut’s health story is part science, part community, and all transformation.

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UConn researchers Pragati Rout and Prof. Greg Sotzing have developed a natural, allergy-free contrast dye for MRIs and C...
10/17/2025

UConn researchers Pragati Rout and Prof. Greg Sotzing have developed a natural, allergy-free contrast dye for MRIs and CT scans through their startup, 404 Inc. The innovation could replace harmful chemicals and transform diagnostic imaging safety. The team will compete in UConn’s Wolff Venture Championship.

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Connecticut officials and Prospect Medical Holdings’ landlord are disputing millions in unpaid taxes tied to UConn Healt...
10/17/2025

Connecticut officials and Prospect Medical Holdings’ landlord are disputing millions in unpaid taxes tied to UConn Health’s plan to acquire Waterbury Hospital. Lawmakers may approve partial tax forgiveness to keep the hospital open, raising questions about accountability and the state’s healthcare future.

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A Hartford film screening and panel brought sharp focus to how insurance denials and corporate greed impact patients’ li...
10/17/2025

A Hartford film screening and panel brought sharp focus to how insurance denials and corporate greed impact patients’ lives. Former Cigna exec-turned-advocate Wendell Potter and lawmakers urged reform, highlighting coverage gaps, Medicare Advantage issues, and industry consolidation shaping Connecticut’s healthcare future.

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Lowering the cost of drugs remains one of Connecticut’s top healthcare priorities heading into the 2026 session.In her...
10/16/2025

Lowering the cost of drugs remains one of Connecticut’s top healthcare priorities heading into the 2026 session.

In her contribution to CTHealthNews.com’s 2026 Policy Priorities series, State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria highlights Public Act 25-167, a bipartisan achievement that curbs “spread pricing” by requiring fairer dealings between Prescription Benefit Managers (PBMs) and health plans.

The new law also creates a framework for importing U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved medications from Canadian suppliers to expand competition and lower prices for residents.

Rep. Klarides-Ditria notes that progress often comes step by step, and this reform marks an important move toward affordable care for all.

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Nurses from other states can now work in Connecticut without needing a separate state license. The new multistate compac...
10/16/2025

Nurses from other states can now work in Connecticut without needing a separate state license. The new multistate compact, effective Oct. 1, expands workforce flexibility and could help address nursing shortages. Over 1,700 nurses have already applied since the rule took effect.

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Connecticut residents debated banning kratom and its synthetic form 7-OH at a DCP hearing. Most supported banning 7-OH, ...
10/16/2025

Connecticut residents debated banning kratom and its synthetic form 7-OH at a DCP hearing. Most supported banning 7-OH, a potent opioid, while others urged regulating natural leaf kratom instead, citing its pain-relief benefits. Opponents warned of addiction risks; supporters argued regulation could prevent harm and misuse.

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New Haven high school students participated in hands-on medical training at the Yale Center for Healthcare Simulation, g...
10/16/2025

New Haven high school students participated in hands-on medical training at the Yale Center for Healthcare Simulation, gaining exposure to real-world healthcare scenarios. The program, led by Yale faculty, aims to inspire local youth to pursue healthcare careers and deepen their understanding of medical practice through simulation-based learning.

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Connecticut residents continue to experience long COVID symptoms years after infection. For many, health struggles persi...
10/15/2025

Connecticut residents continue to experience long COVID symptoms years after infection. For many, health struggles persist, reflecting a broader issue impacting many. Experts at Yale’s Long COVID Center emphasize personalized care and the need for deeper understanding in addressing long-term COVID-related health challenges.

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Connecticut is considering a $390 million bond package for UConn Health to acquire Waterbury Hospital and strengthen the...
10/15/2025

Connecticut is considering a $390 million bond package for UConn Health to acquire Waterbury Hospital and strengthen the state’s flagship academic medical system. The deal would reduce private equity ownership in Connecticut healthcare and may involve forgiving substantial tax liabilities owed by Prospect Medical Holdings and other providers.

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Dr. John Murphy, CEO of Nuvance Health, will retire in December after a 40-year career advancing healthcare leadership i...
10/15/2025

Dr. John Murphy, CEO of Nuvance Health, will retire in December after a 40-year career advancing healthcare leadership in Connecticut and beyond. His tenure included expanding specialty programs, launching research initiatives, and guiding Nuvance’s integration with Northwell Health. Michelle Robertson will assume a new leadership role overseeing the Connecticut health system region.

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A new is being trained at Hartford HealthCare to succeed a retiring veteran detector dog. The transition ensures conti...
10/14/2025

A new is being trained at Hartford HealthCare to succeed a retiring veteran detector dog. The transition ensures continued support for patients and medical staff. The program emphasizes the importance of canine partners in healthcare settings and the legacy passed down between service dogs.

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