Bridgeport

Open Enrollment For Health Coverage

Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Joe Ganim  is reminding residents that Open Enrollment for health coverage has begun and runs until December 15, 2018. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Connecticut residents can apply for health insurance through Access Health CT.   “I encourage all residents in need of health coverage to apply as soon as possible,” said Mayor Ganim. “We have entered into the flu season and it is important that you and your family members are insured in the case of illness. It is also the time to consider other health insurance providers. Maintaining proper health coverage ensures residents avoid being penalized on their tax returns.”   In order to enroll outside of the designated enrollment period, an individual must…

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Free Healthcare, Social & Support Services to Neighbors Most in Need

St. Vincent’s Medical Center will host its fourth “Medical Mission at Home.” Nearly 400 volunteer medical staff and associates will offer medical exams, vaccinations, foot washing and podiatry services, haircuts, mammography exams, behavioral health services, connections to community providers, follow-up care, and more. All services will be offered free to individuals 18 years and older, and no insurance is required. St. Vincent’s is among the first Ascension health ministries to conduct a Medical Mission at Home, which concentrates on serving individuals who are homeless and un- or underinsured in our community.   WHEN:                 THIS SATURDAY, November 3, 2018, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. WHERE:               Cesar Batalla School, 606 Howard Avenue, Bridgeport, CT   This press release was made possible by

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