News and events

Get current updates from the Department of Public Health (DPH)

Keep up to date on the state of Connecticut’s public health. Explore the latest from DPH, including:

  • Latest news and press releases
  • Videos, advertisements and communications
  • Upcoming meetings, hearings, and events
  • Contact information for media and legislative inquiries
View board meetings and administrative hearings  

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Press Releases

Get critical updates from DPH. Review our most recent press releases. Find up-to-date advisories, recommendations, guidelines, and more.
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Ads and communications

Watch the television commercials from DPH’s most recent advertising campaign.
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YouTube channel

View the complete video library from the Department of Public Health.

Public health spotlight

Behind Every Healthy Community: Connecticut’s Public Health Workforce

In Connecticut, public health professionals work behind the scenes every day to protect and improve the health of our communities. From monitoring disease outbreaks and ensuring food and water safety to supporting mental health, promoting healthy behaviors, and responding to emergencies, their work touches every part of our daily lives—often without us even realizing it.

Public health isn’t just one job—it’s a network of dedicated professionals including epidemiologists, nurses, health educators, environmental health specialists, laboratory scientists, and many more. Together, they help prevent illness, extend life, and promote well-being across the state.

This month, the Connecticut Department of Public Health recognizes and thanks the public health workforce for their commitment, expertise, and tireless efforts to keep Connecticut residents safe and healthy.

Learn more about public health in Connecticut and the work being done in your community:

Public Health in Connecticut — Connecticut Association of Directors of Health  

Events at the Department of Public Health

Discover what’s happening at DPH

The Department of Public Health oversees a range of meetings and events both in-person and via video conference:

  • Board and committee meetings
  • Administrative hearings
  • Local health hearings

Explore all DPH events via the State Agency Public Meeting Calendar, or find events by type below.

View our full events calendar  

Find events by type

Board and committee meetings 

Find meeting dates and information for Connecticut’s public health oversight boards and commissions. Review meeting minutes and agendas from past meetings organized by date.

Public health administrative hearings 

Get information on DPH administrative hearings, including date and time, subject matter, videos, and minutes. Find video conference links to join hearings remotely.

Contact Us

Get in touch with DPH

Address:
410 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06103

Phone: 860-509-8000
Email: askdph@ct.gov

Visit our About page for full contact information  

For media and legislative inquiries and requests

Brittany Schaefer - Public Information Officer
Marketing and Communications Office

Miriam Miller, MPH (she/her) - Policy Director
Government Relations Office

 

Address: 410 Capitol Ave, MS#13CMN, Hartford, CT  06134
Phone: 860-509-7110
Email: Miriam.miller@ct.gov