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An outstanding hospital system is one that not only supports patient well-being but also invests in local communities by partnering with others to improve health outcomes.

Connecticut Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Birthing hospitals across the state are providing postpartum patients with an orange bracelet as a reminder to watch for urgent maternal warning signs and get help quickly if they appear.
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WEEKLY UPDATE: 10/08/2026
Federal Medicaid Work Requirements: Governor Touts Statewide Efforts To Protect HUSKY D Coverage; New Resources To Help Connecticut Caregivers Keep HUSKY D Coverage; Noncitizen Medicaid Eligibility Changes Impact Thousands of Connecticut Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylees; Rural Health Education Opportunity: Implementing AI in Substance Use Disorder Screening, Prognosis, and Treatment

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Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Enhancing Doula-Clinician Collaboration in Hospitals: Resources
H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes

CHA, in consultation with the Department of Social Services (DSS), has released new informational materials to help hospitals, community-based organizations, and healthcare providers prepare to support and communicate to patients about the federal Medicaid eligibility changes and new work rules taking effect January 1, 2027.

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About CHA
About CHA

Board of Trustees

Senior Staff Contacts

About ChimeData

About ChimeNet

Membership Listing

Become a Member

Annual Meeting

Contact

Directions

Careers
Our Mission

CHA’s mission is to advance the health of individuals and our communities. We do this by leading, representing, and serving hospitals and healthcare providers across the continuum of care that are accountable to the community and committed to health improvement.

Read More
Advocacy
Advocacy

Advocacy Materials

Action Center

CHA is focused on supporting healthcare workers, patients, and care delivery for every Connecticut resident.

Testimony

The latest legislative testimony from the Connecticut Hospital Association.

Hospitals by the Numbers

Every year, hospitals across the state provide care and services to millions of patients.

Healthcare Legislation and Policy

CHA works collaboratively with lawmakers to advance policies that best support healthcare.
Healthcare Legislation and Policy

CHA is an active advocate for hospitals, caregivers, and patients – working collaboratively with lawmakers, the executive branch, and state officials to advance policies that best support healthcare.

Read More
Issues
Issues

Affordability and Price Transparency

Artificial Intelligence

Behavioral Health

Commercial Health Insurance

Community Health

Cybersecurity

Diaper Access

Health Equity

Hospital Tax

Hospital Finance

Maternal and Child Health

Maternal Health: AIM Advisory Group

Maternal Health: Doula and Clinician Collaboration

Maternal Health: PROUD

Medicare and Medicaid

Pharmaceutical Costs

Quality and Patient Safety

Telehealth

Workforce
Special Initiatives

Caring for Connecticut

An outstanding hospital system is one that not only supports patient well-being but also invests in local communities by partnering with others to improve health outcomes.

Connecticut Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Birthing hospitals across the state are providing postpartum patients with an orange bracelet as a reminder to watch for urgent maternal warning signs and get help quickly if they appear.
Education
Education

Education Calendar

Health and Safety Training

HRO Trainings

Issue-Based Forums

Leadership Programs

Maternal and Infant Health Programs

PROUD Trainings

AIM Programs

Quality and Patient Safety Programs

Regulatory Programs
Upcoming Event

October 21, 2026 - 9:00a.m. EDT
HIPAA Privacy, Security & Breach Rules: Keeping Current to Remain Compliant – 10/21

View Event
News and Publications
News and Publications

CHA in the News

CHA Weekly Update

Press Releases

Publications and Reports

Connecticut Hospitals Today

Economic Impact Report

Community Benefit Report

Hospitals in Your Community

Testimony
The Latest From CHA

WEEKLY UPDATE: 10/08/2026
Federal Medicaid Work Requirements: Governor Touts Statewide Efforts To Protect HUSKY D Coverage; New Resources To Help Connecticut Caregivers Keep HUSKY D Coverage; Noncitizen Medicaid Eligibility Changes Impact Thousands of Connecticut Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylees; Rural Health Education Opportunity: Implementing AI in Substance Use Disorder Screening, Prognosis, and Treatment

Read More
Resources
Resources

Patient Resources

Workforce Resources

H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes Resources

Nurse Licensure Compact Guidance

Website FAQs

Connecticut Perinatal Quality Collaborative

Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative

Enhancing Doula-Clinician Collaboration in Hospitals: Resources
H.R. 1 and HUSKY D Changes

CHA, in consultation with the Department of Social Services (DSS), has released new informational materials to help hospitals, community-based organizations, and healthcare providers prepare to support and communicate to patients about the federal Medicaid eligibility changes and new work rules taking effect January 1, 2027.

View and Download Materials

DAILY NEWS CLIP: October 1, 2026

Hospital leaders predict more ‘quiet closures’ in 2027

Becker’s Hospital Review – Wednesday, September 30, 2026
By Madeline Scheetz

Becker’s has reported on just six planned hospital and emergency department closures so far in 2026. At this point in 2025, Becker’s had already reported on 21.

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