New National Lyme Education Ambassador Program Launched by GLA

Inaugural group of 11 volunteer Ambassadors to work with Global Lyme Alliance to help prevent Lyme & other tick-borne diseases

West Nile Virus Spreading in Connecticut; Found in Stamford

West Nile virus has been found in many towns, including Stamford, in Connecticut

Stamford Hospital Honored For Heart Attack Treatment

The award is from the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program.

Connecticut Fireworks Laws For The 4th Of July

Enjoy the 4th of July in Connecticut, but be safe.

Stamford, Darien Beaches Closed Friday

Due to elevated levels of bacteria in the water.

Stamford Health Launches Clinical Trial On Hypertension

The not-for-profit healthcare system is the first in state to offer the ongoing RADIANCE-HTN study.

Opioid Protest Leads To Giant Spoon Left At Stamford Drug Maker

The drug spoon was dropped off at the front door of Purdue Pharma.

SilverSource Golf Tournament Raises Funds To Protect Seniors

Over $100,000 Raised To Protect Vulnerable Seniors From Eviction And Support The Ride To Wellness Program

Stamford Public Schools Participate In Summer Food Program

The federally funded Seamless Summer Food Program is an extension of the National School Lunch Program.

Family Support Group Welcomes Newcomers In Stamford

The National Alliance on Mental Illness holds free monthly meetings.

Bike Ride Pays Tribute To Fallen EMS Professionals

Mid-Day Reception Hosted by Stamford EMS

Stamford Health Trustee Mark DeWaele Honored by UHF

Among 26 hospital trustees honored by the United Hospital Fund

Summer Camps Take Action to Protect Children from Lyme disease

Global Lyme Alliance and Ivy Oaks Analytics implement tick prevention program to more than 100 summer camps

Crowd Attends Screening of Oscar-Nominated Film Edith + Eddie

Panel Discusses Caring For Aging Parents and Need For Appointing A Conservator. Presented by SilverSource and The Ferguson Library

Safety Training For Summer Camp Counselors and Lifeguards

Help build your qualifications for a summer job. Course is presented by Stamford EMS.

Walk MS: Stamford

Hundreds Expected at Walk MS: Stamford on April 28 Benefiting National MS Society

Health Fair Scheduled To Help Stamford Immigrant Population

Franklin Street Community Health Center and Building One Community co-host “Health Day” on April 19.

46 Stamford Public Schools Teachers In Organ Funding Effort

The teachers are Part of DonorsChoose.org's national #BestSchoolDay surprise.

Stamford Health’s Breast Center Reaccredited by NAPBC

Breast Program is a Best Practice

Stamford Rec Seeks Certified Lifeguards for Summer Positions

The department is currently hiring part-time summer lifeguard positions and locations throughout Stamford.

Enrollment Now Open For April 11 Stamford EMS Safe Sitter Class

Learn how to be safe and effective babysitters during spring break. http://www.stamfordems.org/program/safe-sitter/

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Discussed For Stamford: Report

Kind Care LLC has applied to open a facility in the city.

Free Bleeding Control Classes on National Stop The Bleed Day

Stamford EMS and Stamford Hospital are partnering, offering two class session options, 10am and 2pm on Saturday, March 31st.

New Title For Stamford Hospital Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Sharon Kiely, who joined the hospital in 2010, has been named an associate dean.

Stamford EMS Participates in Giving Day For The 1st Time

On March 1st: Raising funds for high-cost medical equipment to save lives. https://fcgives.org/designee/stamford-ems-inc

Alternative Healers to Host Sound Immersion Circle

An alternative healing duo is hosting a Sound Immersion Circle near Stamford on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018.

Stamford Company Launches Disease-Screening Product For Newborns

The supplemental newborn screening test is designed to detect 193 childhood-onset diseases or disorders.

State Flu Vaccination Day In Stamford Jan. 27

The Stamford flu clinic will be held at the Stamford Health Department in the Government Center, 888 Washington Blvd.

New Stamford EMS Bleeding Control Basics Course on January 25th

Learning bleeding control techniques can save a life, as uncontrolled bleeding can cause death in as little as 5-10 minutes.

Stamford EMS Offers EMT Class

Hurry, registration ends January 1, 2018. Visit www.StamfordEMS.org for details.

Ski Bums Friday Night Trips For Teens

Stamford Recreation Services Ski Bums Program 2018

TGA Golf Lessons For Youth Offered Indoors This Winter

Stamford Recreation & TGA Golf Offer Youth Golf Lessons This Winter

Stamford Hospital Receives Top Hospital Safety Score

The Leapfrog Group gave Stamford Hospital an 'A' for their Hospital Safety Score.

HSS Orthopedics At Stamford Health Expands Services

Nationally recognized Hospital for Special Services will be expanding their orthopedic practice at Stamford Health.

How Stamford Residents Can Prepare For Hurricane Season

Should the hurricane path take aim at Connecticut, residents could expect flooding, beach erosion, high winds and power outages.

7 Stamford Residents Died Of Overdoses In First Half Of 2017

Connecticut continues to see a sharp rise in opioid-related deaths. This review tracks the first half of 2017 cases throughout all of CT.

Pool Safety Standards Studied At Stamford's Chelsea Piers: Report

A young New Canaan boy nearly drowned at the facility less than a month ago.

Stamford Health Warns About Increase in Tick Population

Stamford’s Health Dep't is reminding residents to be on the lookout. There has been a dramatic increase in ticks submitted for testing.

Food Poisoning Complaints Made Against Popular Stamford Restaurant

City and state health inspectors are investigating.

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

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