Nicotine’s New Target: How E-Cigarette Ads Reach Minority Teens

It seems that E-cigarette companies may target different racial groups with their ads more than others. 

Jun 19, 2024

Community-Based Assets and Needs Survey

The Health Improvement Alliance, the Bridgeport Department of Health & Social Services is working with partners to distribute the DataHaven Community-Based Assets and Needs Survey to local residents. The goal of this brief, voluntary survey is to better understand the quality of life and important issues facing people who live in our region.

Jun 17, 2024

Health Reminder: Take Precautions During This Week's Heat Wave

Anyone can get heat stress, but some people are more at risk, especially those working outside.

Jun 17, 2024

Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center Activate Cooling Center Protocol from 12:00 PM June 18, 2024 until 12:00 PM June 23, 2024

The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours.

Jun 17, 2024

Health Advisory: Severe Illness Potentially Associated with Consuming Diamond Shruumz Brand Products

The CDC, FDA, America's Poison Centers, and local partners are investigating serious illnesses linked to Diamond Shruumz™ chocolate bars, cones, and gummies, which contain a mix of mushrooms.

Jun 14, 2024

Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Seeks Qualified Candidates to Fill Vacant Positions on Boards and Commissions

City of Bridgeport officials announce that applications from civic-minded Bridgeport residents are currently being accepted to fill various vacancies on the numerous Boards and Commissions.

Jun 07, 2024