The 2026 John D. Thompson Award and 2026 Community Service Award are now open for submissions through January 7, 2026. By submitting an entry, hospitals can spotlight the work that their teams are doing every day to improve health outcomes across Connecticut and give colleagues an opportunity to be publicly recognized for the difference they’re making.
CHA is focused on supporting healthcare workers, patients, and care delivery for every Connecticut resident.
The latest legislative testimony from the Connecticut Hospital Association.
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Every year, hospitals across the state provide care and services to millions of patients.
The last few years have taken a heavy toll on frontline healthcare teams who have suffered from stress, trauma, and burnout.
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.
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.
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