Public Health Committee

A group of Connecticut medical professionals says they want state lawmakers to act on climate change in the wake of the Trump administration’s rollback of federal environmental regulations.

A report from a Connecticut nonprofit has revealed instances of sexual abuse, harassment, lack of sufficient oversight and more at a mental health center operated by the state.

Connecticut residents now have access to the Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, an online directory that connects people with treatment for addiction.

Water quality monitoring funded by the federal government has ensured safer beaches in Connecticut, despite three victims of water-borne viruses reported since July 1.

Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill that would establish safe injection sites and more accessible mental and physical health services in the state. This harm reduction approach looks to prevent more overdose deaths.

Connecticut lawmakers will consider legislation to eliminate mandatory overtime for hospital nurses. It’s in response to union worker concerns about staffing shortages at hospitals.

Connecticut legislative leaders say parental notification bills are unlikely to succeed this year, but advocates want to "get a dialogue going."

Supporters and opponents of legislation to legalize medical aid in dying in Connecticut were out in full force at the state Capitol on Wednesday.

Supporters of 'aid in dying' legislation are urging state lawmakers to take up the issue during the General Assembly's session that begins next week.…