Yale-led Study Explores Predicting Who is Most At Risk for Severe COVID-19

Yale-led Study Explores Predicting Who is Most At Risk for Severe COVID-19

A new study from a partnership between the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and 15 research institutions across the country, including Yale School of Medicine, has unveiled clues for helping scientists predict who is most at risk for severe COVID-19 and who is most likely to survive.

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Confronting the Challenges of Youth Increasingly in Need of Behavioral Health Care

Confronting the Challenges of Youth Increasingly in Need of Behavioral Health Care

The average number of youth served by Connecticut’s 22 outpatient psychiatric clinics for children has increased 20% in the last two years. Each provider served an average of 1,250 youth in fiscal year 2023, compared to 2019’s average of 1,034. The numbers point to a challenge for Connecticut, if staff professionals are to be able to respond to increasing need among youth.

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Health Care Costs Climbing in Connecticut, Outpacing National Average, Inflation, Household Income

Health Care Costs Climbing in Connecticut, Outpacing National Average, Inflation, Household Income

The rapid growth in healthcare costs over the last few decades has placed a profound burden on families and businesses, according to a report prepared by Connecticut’s Office of Healthcare Strategy, exceeding both the consumer price index and median household income.

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Community Involvement, Industry Transition Continue at CT-Headquartered Philip Morris International

Community Involvement, Industry Transition Continue at CT-Headquartered Philip Morris International

Reflecting its continued local community support, Philip Morris International (PMI)  has announced plans for a charity concert in Stamford, featuring three-time Grammy Award winner, producer, actor, and philanthropist Wyclef Jean, to benefit a leading workforce development nonprofit.

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