Saud Anwar

Connecticut lawmakers have approved UConn Health’s purchase of three troubled hospitals in the state.

State Senator Saud Anwar, a medical doctor from South Windsor, posted a photo of himself holding a poster at the No Kings rally that said “cholesterol: do your job” with drawings of fast food. Online condemnation from national politicos was swift.

State Senator Saud Anwar announced his support for Rep. Josh Elliott’s possible Democratic primary bid against Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont.

A Connecticut lawmaker said thousands of state residents would lose their health care coverage if the U.S. Congress approves a Republican budget proposal currently under consideration.

Connecticut lawmakers are likely to take steps this year to prevent medical bankruptcy in the state, according to a Democratic legislative leader.

Connecticut officials have been assured that Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield's unpopular policy move to cap anesthesiology coverage will not affect the state.

Climate change cannot be effectively tackled without input from the most vulnerable, said Immad Ahmed, who was one of several experts invited to speak at a legislative hearing on Tuesday.

Health professionals say climate change is hurting public health in Connecticut. The bill would direct the state to be more aggressive in requiring the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and renewable energy investments.

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

Summer is approaching, which means poor air quality days are too. Connecticut legislators and advocates are pushing for laws to regulate air quality and support the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection as they regulate polluters.