Health

CT Department of Public Health Addresses Nationwide Formula Shortage

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 14 Jun, 2022

Officials from the Connecticut Department of Public Health have been utilizing numerous options to assist families of its Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Woman, Infants and Children Program during the nationwide infant formula shortage.

Izabela Bonzanini Well-being - Kids & Family - News - Health 13 Jun, 2022

Connecticut Estimated to Receive Boost of Nearly $30 Million in Annual Medicaid Funding to Treat Substance Use Disorders

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 01 Jun, 2022

On April 21, Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration has received federal approval for an application that will provide heightened treatment for Connecticut residents struggling with substance use disorders, including first-time federal funding for residential care services and increased provider payment rates.

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 23 May, 2022

The month of May in Connecticut provides us with some of the most delicious produce of the year.

Taking Care of Our Parents and Loved Ones

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 28 Apr, 2022

It’s said that there are four kinds of people in the world: people who have been caregivers, people who are caregivers now, people who will become caregivers in the future, and people who are going to need a caregiver.

The ABC's of Vitamins

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News - Health 18 Apr, 2022

Many of the questions pediatricians are asked are easy. We all agree about vaccinations (They're essential), toothbrushing (also yes), and bike helmets (absolutely). I am going to tell you about vitamins – what they do, where they come from, and when your child may need a supplement. So, vitamins aren't such a simple topic.