Advocates for the elderly and disabled gathered at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford have voiced their objections to Gov. Dannel Malloy’s Executive Order 10 which provides for – some say requires – the unionization…
Written by Kate Farrish A prominent Westport plastic surgeon is facing a possible reprimand and two years probation from the state for operating a clinic that inspectors found had sloppy record-keeping, rusty and dirty equipment…
WHY DID I COME INTO THIS ROOM? Last week, the East Coast lost power as the result of Storm Alfred. Some of us were without electricity for 10 days or more. We initially felt power-less!…
DEAR DOCTOR KATHLEEN, I have a mother’s intuition that something is terribly wrong with my 2-year-old daughter. She is lethargic, doesn’t make eye contact, and doesn’t interact with other children. Her pediatrician says she is…
Department of Consumer Protection Commissioner William M. Rubenstein and Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Jewel Mullen are encouraging consumers to pay attention to the following home safety concerns as power is restored and Connecticut…
LIFE UNPLUGGED For those of us on the east coast without electricity since Saturday October 30, life has focused on the pursuit of warmth, food, water, and safety. BUT MOSTLY, IT HAS BEEN A QUEST…
Not only is ethanol expensive to produce, it is also likely adding to world food shortages and rising prices of food, which in turn is causing social unrest in poor countries. A recent investigative story…
A few weeks ago I wrote about Gov. Dannel Malloy issuing Executive Order 10 which calls for establishing a Personal Care Attendant Quality Home Care Workforce Council which calls for documentation of “approved” home health…
Written by Lisa Chedekel Excess prescription drug use and a “flawed” post-deployment mental health screening process are among the factors fueling an increase in suicides among military service members, a new report by the Center…
Written by Lisa Chedekel Two Meriden nursing homes face fines from the state Department of Public Health for patient care lapses that in one case led to a resident’s hip fracture. The DPH cited the…
Written by Jennifer Kaylin Jesse Jutkowitz, a chiropractor with a record of disciplinary actions against him dating back to 1987, including the 1996 revocation of his license to practice as a chiropractor, was ordered by…
HISTORY REPEATS DEAR DOCTOR KATHLEEN, I am wondering why all of my relationships have been with abusive men. At first they seem to be loving and good to me. And about 6 months into the…
Most of us get nervous when we face a test. And some of us get so stressed out that we freeze. The good news is that there are successful techniques that are easy to do…
If you are a student or you have a student in your family, the Wall Street Journal has some excellent tips on how to get the best grade possible on a testy. According to the…
Written by Lisa Chedekel The number of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans receiving mental health care from the VA has quadrupled since 2006, with PTSD and depression the most common diagnoses, a new report by the…
While its clear that further studies need to be conducted, those who are taking mega vitamins and large quantities of dietary supplements without doctors’ orders ought to stop. Many people are, its a $28 billion…
A Boston Globe investigation shows that restaurants and grocery stores frequently give consumers false names for the fish they sell, usually claiming the fish to be a more expensive variety than it actually is. There…
With all the excitement of trick-or treating, it’s easy to forget certain safety precautions that are important when celebrating the upcoming holiday. Here are some reminders that can help prevent unnecessary problems and ensure that…
Few of the issues affecting the elderly are as likely to provoke emotional reactions as the rights of grandparents to visit their grandchildren. It is safe to presume that in stable marriages there isn’t much…
Some CooperVision Avaira Toric contact lenses contain an unintended silicone oil residue, prompting a manufacturer’s nationwide recall, the Department of Consumer Protection announced today. CooperVision Inc. of West Henrietta, New York is recalling certain lots…