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Health Equity CT

@healthequityct

Health Equity Solutions advances health equity through outreach, education, & policy to reduce racial & ethnic health inequity in CT.

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In the News: Connecticut’s Commission on Racial Equity in Public Health recently wrapped up its post-legislative review. Read the full story ➡️ ctnewsjunkie.com/2025/06/13/com…

In the News: Connecticut’s Commission on Racial Equity in Public Health recently wrapped up its post-legislative review. Read the full story ➡️ ctnewsjunkie.com/2025/06/13/com…
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ACTION NEEDED: Tell Governor Lamont to sign HB 5002! 📞 Call the Governor’s Office (860) 566-4840 or (800) 406-1527 Mention the bill number and briefly state your support. Add your voice now and urge the Governor to sign HB 5002 into law!

ACTION NEEDED: Tell Governor Lamont to sign HB 5002! 
📞 Call the Governor’s Office
(860) 566-4840 or (800) 406-1527
Mention the bill number and briefly state your support. Add your voice now and urge the Governor to sign HB 5002 into law!
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The recent passage of Public Act 25-94 is a major step forward for hospital transparency. This new law will require the state to create an online portal showing patients what financial assistance is available at the hospitals they visit.

The recent passage of Public Act 25-94 is a major step forward for hospital transparency. This new law will require the state to create an online portal showing patients what financial assistance is available at the hospitals they visit.
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On #Juneteenth, we reflect, celebrate, and recommit to justice. We envision a Connecticut where everyone has the opportunity for optimal health—regardless of race, ethnicity, or income. #FreedomDay #HealthEquity #Juneteenth

On #Juneteenth, we reflect, celebrate, and recommit to justice. We envision a Connecticut where everyone has the opportunity for optimal health—regardless of race, ethnicity, or income. #FreedomDay #HealthEquity #Juneteenth
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In the News: A recent NBC Connecticut investigation warns that proposed Republican budget cuts to Medicaid scheduled for Senate review could deepen existing racial disparities in maternal care. Read the full story: nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/cri…

In the News: A recent NBC Connecticut investigation warns that proposed Republican budget cuts to Medicaid scheduled for Senate review could deepen existing racial disparities in maternal care. Read the full story: nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/cri…
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The People's Institute for Survival and Beyond are partnering with Universal Health Care Foundation of CT and Wesleyan's College of the Environment to host an intensive, interactive workshop to unpack race and racism. See flyer for deets!

The People's Institute for Survival and Beyond are partnering with Universal Health Care Foundation of CT and Wesleyan's College of the Environment to host an intensive, interactive workshop to unpack race and racism.  See flyer for deets!
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📧 Check your inbox! HES June Newsletter has been sent. This issue includes ⬇️ - Policy Updates - HES Spotlight - Community Events - AND the latest news regarding health equity! 📖 Read it now: hesct.salsalabs.org/hesjune2025

📧 Check your inbox! HES June Newsletter has been sent.  

This issue includes ⬇️ 
- Policy Updates 
- HES Spotlight 
- Community Events 
- AND the latest news regarding health equity! 
 
📖 Read it now: hesct.salsalabs.org/hesjune2025
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ICYMI: The CT Legislation has officially wrapped! Check out this article from @ctinsider for major bills that were passed this year. ctinsider.com/politics/artic…

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Congress is poised to pass legislation that will devastate state-based marketplaces and widen the insurance gap. Learn more: chirblog.org/second-verse-s… #HealthEquity #ProtectAccessHealth

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The so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill” will result in the largest health care cuts in U.S. history. Call your members of Congress at (202) 224-3121 and urge them to protect affordable health care!

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Yesterday, the Senate passed a reconciliation bill that will result in 17 million people losing health care coverage! Call your U.S. Representative at (202) 224-3121 and urge them to vote NO on final passage.

Yesterday, the Senate passed a reconciliation bill that will result in 17 million people losing health care coverage! Call your U.S. Representative at (202) 224-3121 and urge them to vote NO on final passage.
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The “Big, Beautiful Bill” doesn’t just target Medicaid; it raises health care costs for everyone. Call your Congressional members and tell them how this bill will shift costs to states and force cuts to education, emergency services, and infrastructure: (202) 224-1321

The “Big, Beautiful Bill” doesn’t just target Medicaid; it raises health care costs for everyone. Call your Congressional members and tell them how this bill will shift costs to states and force cuts to education, emergency services, and infrastructure: (202) 224-1321
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When people can’t afford care, they wait until it’s an emergency and then it costs everyone more. Share your story with us at [email protected] if you or someone you know could lose coverage or face higher health costs. We want to hear from you!

When people can’t afford care, they wait until it’s an emergency and then it costs everyone more. Share your story with us at info@hesct.org if you or someone you know could lose coverage or face higher health costs. We want to hear from you!
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The One Big Beautiful Bill (#OBBB) will negatively affect Connecticut residents in several critical ways, particularly harming low-income, Black, Brown, immigrant and rural communities that rely on federal support for health care, food, and housing.

The One Big Beautiful Bill (#OBBB) will negatively affect Connecticut residents in several critical ways, particularly harming low-income, Black, Brown, immigrant and rural  communities that rely on federal support for health care, food, and housing.
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The One Big Beautiful Bill will have serious consequences by threatening health coverage, food and housing support, and access to essential reproductive care. Read our full statement here: Read our full statement here: hesct.salsalabs.org/senatebillstat…

The One Big Beautiful Bill will have serious consequences by threatening health coverage, food and housing support, and access to essential reproductive care.  Read our full statement here: Read our full statement here: hesct.salsalabs.org/senatebillstat…
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This Independence Day, as we celebrate freedom and justice, let’s remember, true independence means the ability to live a healthy life regardless of your zip code, income, race, or background. Let’s continue working towards a future where liberty and justice are truly for all.

This Independence Day, as we celebrate freedom and justice, let’s remember, true independence means the ability to live a healthy life regardless of your zip code, income, race, or background.  Let’s continue working towards a future where liberty and justice are truly for all.
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Big wins for health equity in Connecticut! The 2025 legislative session brought new laws. See which bills made the cut! 🔗 Read our full report here: hesct.salsalabs.org/legislativewra…

Big wins for health equity in Connecticut! The 2025 legislative session brought new laws. See which bills made the cut! 🔗 Read our full report here: hesct.salsalabs.org/legislativewra…
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In the Neighborhood: Calling all volunteers! Join Make the Road Connecticut for their Accompaniment Training for Volunteers and learn how you can support immigrant rights and stand with their members. 🔗 Register here: ow.ly/OiTm50WnM6u

In the Neighborhood: Calling all volunteers! Join Make the Road Connecticut for their Accompaniment Training for Volunteers and learn how you can support immigrant rights and stand with their members.   🔗 Register here: ow.ly/OiTm50WnM6u
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Community health centers across CT are warning that a new federal policy will cut off undocumented immigrants from taxpayer-funded care, including vital services at behavioral and community health centers. Learn more: ctmirror.org/2025/07/15/ct-…

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New federal rules mean some HUSKY (Medicaid) members could soon face out-of-pocket costs—up to $35 per visit just to get the care they need. 🎥 Watch the video to learn more and share to spread the word.