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Hamden
Quinnipiac graduate takes a walk to remember
Health
U.S. News: Connecticut ranks 3rd in healthcare access
Connecticut was also recognized for beating the national average for multiple public health measurements, with just 7.2% of the state being uninsured.
Health
Connecticut named 3rd in the nation for states with the best healthcare
U.S. News reports that the Constitution State has wide-reaching access to patient medical services. Connecticut ranks behind Hawaii and Massachusetts.
Vernon
Drivers asked to keep eyes on the road, not their phones, while passing car crashes
After responding to a two-vehicle crash on I-84 Sunday, the Vernon Fire Department said that drivers taking photos and videos almost caused secondary accidents.
East Hartford
Boy Scouts of America is changing its name to Scouting America in order to evolve
The Boy Scouts of America are rebranding to become more inclusive. They now refer to themselves as Scouting America. The name will officially change next February.
Health Watch
Mental Health Awareness Month, caffeine intake, and screentime guidelines | This week in health headlines
Dr. Syed Hussain discusses this week's health headlines with FOX61's Tim Lammers on Health Watch.
Nation World
Panera to stop serving 'Charged Sips' drinks after wrongful death lawsuits over caffeine content
The drinks contain between 155 milligrams and 302 milligrams of caffeine, compared to a typical 8-ounce cup of coffee, which has about 95.
Health Watch
New COVID variant strains called 'FLiRT': what to know
Dr. Ulysses Wu from Hartford HealthCare joins FOX61 to talk about a couple of new strains of COVID called "FLiRT."
Fairfield County
Veterans Fishing Tournament returns to Candlewood Lake in Danbury
For 26 veterans on Candlewood Lake, Tuesday was a beautiful day to be on the water together. You can't beat the camaraderie, the good will and the tradition.
New Haven
Battling the opioid epidemic at Fair Haven Community Health Care
On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, New Haven allocated funding to Fair Haven Community Health Care. Two other New Haven based organizations will also receive funds.
Health
Connecticut therapist discusses the importance of maternal mental health
According to the World Health Organization, nearly 20% of women in the postpartum period experience a mental health condition.
Nation World
Nurses can get free food, discounts as part of National Nurses Week
National Nurses Week is an annual celebration that runs from May 6th to May 12th, celebrating healthcare professionals in the U.S.
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