New Multispecialty Medical Center Opens In Fairfield

The 25,000-square-foot facility will house 45 exam rooms and three procedure rooms for some 30 providers.

Sept. 10 Virtual Forum To Address Coronavirus Safety Strategies In Milford

The session begins at 6:30 p.m.

Fairfield County Declared At Risk Of Coronavirus Outbreak

Bridgeport officials advise residents to remain vigilant in protective measures.

Covid 19 Our Enemy

AN INVISIBLE ENEMY BUT A THREAT TO HUMANITY

Aug. 31 Forum To Address Transformation At Milford Campus Bridgeport Hospital

Members of the public are invited to join by phone or electronically using a computer, tablet or smart device.

Christopher O’Connor To Become President Of Yale New Haven Health

He has been the executive vice president and chief operating officer for YNHHS since 2012.

Bridgeport Nursing Home Operator Ordered To Pay $3 Million

A court has ordered a former Bridgeport nursing home operator to pay more than $3 million to employee health and retirement plans.

Dr. Victor Morris Named Chief Medical Officer Of Bridgeport Hospital

He also will serve as senior vice president for Medical Affairs.

Bridgeport Hospital Doctors Issue Hot Weather Health Advice

Temps in the low- to mid-90’s plus high humidity may push the heat index into the triple digits in Connecticut over the next few days.

Weekly Farm Stand Returns To Hospital On July 9

The first 50 customers will receive $5 in Bridgeport Bucks, which can be used towards the purchase of produce.

Dr. Edwards Named Chief Wellness Officer At Bridgeport Hospital

Last year she was named an Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Medicine by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

Over 90 Bridgeport Hospital-Affiliated Physicians On Connecticut Magazine’s 2020 Best Doctors List

Honorees are selected by impartial peer review in over 450 medical specialty/subspecialty combinations.

Bridgeport Hospital Plans Community Food Distribution

The event is planned for June 16.

Fitness Challenge Honors Health Care Heroes At Yale New Haven Health And Yale Medicine

The event encourages people to move and exercise to increase awareness and raise funds to support COVID-19 frontline health workers.

Yale New Haven Study: Coronavirus Infection Among Asymptomatic Pregnant Women May Be Low

Experts say the results have positive implications for PPE use, staff safety, and treatment of new mothers.

Cancer and Compassion in the Time of Covid

A virtual panel discussion of the impact of Covid-19 on screening & treatment for breast cancer is available on our Pink Aid YouTube channel

Pink Aid Launches New Website

New Website Will Allow Easier Access to Critical Services During The Current Pandemic

Bridgeport Seeks Quick Tests For Emergency Responders

The city is looking to secure quick coronavirus tests for emergency responders.

3 Bridgeport Residents 'Presumed Positive' For Coronavirus

Three Bridgeport residents are likely suffering from coronavirus.

Prestige Companion & Homemakers Takes Steps to Prevent COVID-19

Prestige Companion & Homemakers, an elderly home-care service serving clients in Bridgeport, take steps to prevent spread of coronavirus.

Connecticut Hospital Doctor Contracted Coronavirus In New York

A 'community doctor' from New Rochelle, New York, saw patients at Bridgeport Hospital last weekend but did not have symptoms, officials say.

Bridgeport Hospital Patient Had Unnecessary Hysterectomy: Report

A patient at Bridgeport Hospital mistakenly underwent a total hysterectomy.

Bridgeport Hospital Names Anne Diamond as New President

Bridgeport Hospital has announced that Anne Diamond, JD, has been named as its new president.

St. Vincent's Acquired By Hartford HealthCare

The state recently approved a bid by Hartford HealthCare to acquire St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport.

5th Annual Step Up For The Brave Stair Climb Challenge

September 14, 2019. A great workout to benefit homeless veterans

Bridgeport Hospital Fined For False Cancer Diagnoses

Bridgeport Hospital is facing fines and sanctions after switching patient specimens which in one case led to an unnecessary hysterectomy.

CT Man Fighting Involuntary Shock Therapy

A man has filed an emergency appeal in an effort to halt involuntary electroconvulsive therapy.

Free Live Well Health Workshops

Live Well is a workshop series for adults and their caregivers who want to learn ways to manage their chronic disease.

Boys & Girls Village Receives Grant from DCF

to Build Stronger Families in Fairfield County

Hartford HealthCare Moves Forward With St. Vincent's Acquisition

St. Vincent's would become Hartford HealthCare's second largest hospital.

2 Bridgeport Human Cases Of West Nile Virus Reported

CT health officials say the human cases of West Nile Virus is significantly increasing. Here are where the new cases were detected.

West Nile Virus Spreads in Connecticut; Found in Bridgeport

The virus has been found in several towns throughout the state.

City Of Bridgeport To Expand Healthy Corner Store Initiative

The City of Bridgeport Health and Social Services department will expand the Healthy Corner Store initiative.

Mayor Ganim, Sen. Blumenthal Call For Feds To Act On Opioids

"We have made the fight against opioid addiction a top priority in Bridgeport and hope that the federal government will do the same."

Bridgeport Hosts Free Diabetes, Heart Disease Screenings

The annual ‘Know Your Numbers’ campaign educates residents about healthy blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

2 Bridgeport Nursing Homes Fined By State: Report

The organizations were among more than a half-dozen nursing homes fined by state officials recently for lapses in care and other concerns.

Free Flu Vaccine Clinic In Bridgeport Friday

The event will be held at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center, 999 Broad St. Click for more information.

Bridgeport Hospital Penalized Over Infections, Injuries: Report

While Bridgeport Hospital was found to be deficient for high infection rates and other problems, another local hospital was not penalized.

Cancer-Causing Contaminants Found in CT Water: See How Bridgeport's Supply Fares

A new study found 11 harmful contaminants in the state's drinking water. How clean is your community's water supply?

Bridgeport Nursing Home Fined: Report

The home was among four fined by the state's Department of Public Health for various lapses of care.