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WebCDC tracking shows a substantial jump in states seeing high or very high levels of respiratory illness between the week ending on Nov. 18 (left) and the week …

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New Connecticut law expands coverage for breast and ovarian …

WebSHELTON, Conn. (WTNH) — A new Connecticut law hopes to help women when they get a call from a doctor’s request to come back for an additional diagnostics …

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What to know about JN.1 COVID-19 variant

WebNEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The number of cases for a new COVID-19 variant is on the rise as temperatures continue to drop. JN.1 accounts for about 86% of …

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Hartford HealthCare launches Center for Artificial Intelligence

WebUpdated: Feb 15, 2024 / 01:23 PM EST. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — On Thursday, Hartford HealthCare launched a new Center for AI Innovation in Healthcare, the first of …

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Health Headlines: How using marijuana can affect your health

WebNEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – In today’s health headlines, how using marijuana as little as once a month can affect your health, the breast cancer death rate …

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WebAdvances in Health / 6 months ago. Subscribe Now. News 8 Breaking News Alerts. The Latest News and Updates in Advances in Health brought to you by the team at …

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Hartford HealthCare becomes 1st in state to offer non-invasive …

WebNEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Deep brain stimulation has been a life-changing treatment for people suffering from essential tremor or Parkinson’s disease.

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Hartford HealthCare opens downtown urgent care facility

WebHARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care celebrated the grand opening of its downtown location on Monday. The Health Desk @ …

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Hartford HealthCare unveils news medical scenarios during …

WebThe University of Hartford's College Education, Nursing and Health Professions received a first-hand glimpse into medical emergency scenarios during an …

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Hartford HealthCare performs study on cannabis use for …

WebA headache medicine specialist with Hartford HealthCare's Headache Center, Dr. Aakash Bhargava, joined News 8 at noon to talk about the study.

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Connecticut opening 4 mental health crisis centers for children, …

WebUpdated: Aug 3, 2023 / 03:40 AM EDT. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — There are four urgent crisis centers opening statewide to better address the mental health needs of …

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Health care workers from 3 Conn. hospitals hold rally at state capitol

WebHARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Health care workers from three Connecticut hospitals rallied at the state capitol in Hartford on Monday. Employees from Manchester …

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News 8 anchor Ann Nyberg joins state leaders to raise awareness …

WebNews 8 anchor Ann Nyberg, whose granddaughter, Bevin, was born deaf and diagnosed with congenital CMV, has been a strong advocate for legislation to raise …

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Hospital For Special Care Takes Multidisciplinary Approach to …

WebUpdated: Aug 28, 2023 / 12:38 PM EDT. NEW BRITAIN, Conn (WTNH) — The Hospital for Special Care in New Britain provides a multidisciplinary approach to care, so patients …

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Yale New Haven Health approved to acquire three CT hospitals

WebAdditionally, Yale New Haven Health Services will be required to collaborate with the Connecticut Department of Social Services to improve access to specialty …

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New addiction treatment center set to open in Middletown

WebUpdated: Feb 29, 2024 / 06:39 PM EST. MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — A new health care center will soon open in Middlesex County. The site will offer a range of range of …

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Health Headlines: Health Advisory issued by the CDC on …

WebIn today's health headlines, nursing homes now have a minimum staffing rule, how your partner's stroke could impact your mental health and a health advisory by the …

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Free dental clinic offered in New Haven

WebUpdated: Oct 23, 2023 / 09:04 PM EDT. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Underserved populations in New Haven will receive some help this week when a free dental clinic …

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Police in Washington city issue alarm after 3 babies overdosed on

WebFentanyl is an infamously powerful drug that, in powder form, increasingly has been cut into heroin or other drugs. It has been a main driver of the U.S. overdose …

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Husband charged with murder for wife's death in Simsbury

WebA domestic altercation in Simsbury turned fatal as authorities responded to a distressing 911 call on Wildwood Road around 11:24 a.m.

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What to know about Bell’s palsy, the facial paralysis affecting Joel

WebPhiladelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid reacts during the second half of Game 3 in an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the New York Knicks, Thursday, …

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New York City to require warning labels for sugary foods and …

WebNEW YORK (AP) — New York City residents may soon see warning labels next to sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants and coffee shops, under a law set to go …

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Father advocates for lowering blood alcohol content after son's …

WebSOUTHPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Stephen Panus mourns the loss of his son, Jake Panus, who tragically passed away at just 16 years old. The pain of loss permeates …

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2 injured after fire rips through condo complex in Brookfield

WebBROOKFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) – Two people were sent to the hospital after a fire destroyed a dozen condos early Thursday morning. According to fire officials, the call …

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VIDEO: Trooper struck by out-of-control vehicle during traffic stop …

WebBRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) – State police released body camera video that shows the moment a trooper was injured after being struck during a traffic stop …

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