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Animals

'As loyal to them as they are to us' | Town of Vernon hosts pet CPR and first aid class for residents

Health

Connecticut childcare programs at risk of shutting down due to lack of funding

More than 900 childcare programs across the state are at risk for the next 12 months.
Community

Domestic violence advocates encouraging people to utilize 24/7 resources across Connecticut

The Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) says demand is growing and the calls are getting more severe.
Health Watch

Long-COVID research ramps up, RSV vaccine, Bruce Willis and dementia | Health Watch

Dr. Syed Hussain from Trinity Health of New England has the latest health news: long-COVID research, moms recommended to get RSV vaccine, and Bruce Willis' dementia.
Nation World

Japan, with 6 million Alzheimer's patients, approves first drug to treat condition

It's the first drug for treatment of the disease in a country with a rapidly aging population.
Coronavirus

Here's how to order free COVID test kits

Each U.S. household can order up to four free tests.
Nation World

Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents

While dental care often is seen as routine, the poor often go without any care for years or even decades.
Coronavirus

Uptick in COVID-19 hospitalizations as start of respiratory illness season approaches

Health experts are encouraging people to sign up to get free at-home test kits from the government starting next week.
Coronavirus

Officials give warning about rising COVID cases heading into colder weather

Medical experts say protecting yourself against COVID by getting another booster can be helpful.
Health

EEE-carrying mosquitoes reported in 8 Connecticut towns

Approximately 33% of people who contract the virus die while most survivors have significant brain damage.
Nation World

SNAP benefits going up Oct. 1, here's what's changing

SNAP is designed to help low-income families afford nutritious and essential food at the grocery store.
Nation World

Some providers are dropping gender-affirming care for kids even in cases where it's legal

Since last year, conservative lawmakers and governors have prioritized restricting access to transgender care under the name of protecting children.

'As loyal to them as they are to us' | Town of Vernon hosts pet CPR and first aid class for residents

New laws in Connecticut for Oct. 1: What you need to know

FORECAST: Cool overnight, sun and clouds Thursday

Weakening Ophelia still poses a risk of coastal flooding and heavy rain in some parts of the US

FOX 61 | Connecticut breaking news, weather, traffic, sports and social media

'As loyal to them as they are to us' | Town of Vernon hosts pet CPR and first aid class for residents

Connecticut childcare programs at risk of shutting down due to lack of funding

Domestic violence advocates encouraging people to utilize 24/7 resources across Connecticut

Long-COVID research ramps up, RSV vaccine, Bruce Willis and dementia | Health Watch

Japan, with 6 million Alzheimer's patients, approves first drug to treat condition

Here's how to order free COVID test kits

Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents

Uptick in COVID-19 hospitalizations as start of respiratory illness season approaches

Officials give warning about rising COVID cases heading into colder weather

EEE-carrying mosquitoes reported in 8 Connecticut towns

SNAP benefits going up Oct. 1, here's what's changing

Some providers are dropping gender-affirming care for kids even in cases where it's legal

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