Hartford Hospital

03/02/2026

Public Safety Officer Garry Sparks turns cans and bottles into life‑changing support for patients and departments across our hospital.

We're proud to celebrate a colleague who proves that kindness adds up. Thank you, Garry! ♻️❤️

Garry Sparks' mission has gained traction in the past year.

02/23/2026

❄️ Winter Storm Update

🩺 All primary care, speciality care and urgent care locations are closed today.

📲 Virtual care is always available with the HHC 24/7 app.

⚠️ For the latest information about cancellations, closures and delayed openings across our system, please visit our website.

hartfordhealthcare.org/about-us/news-press/winter-storm-update

02/17/2026

We are proud to share that CHEFA (Connecticut Health & Educational Facilities Authority) awarded a $75,000 grant to support critical equipment upgrades for Hartford Hospital’s Department of Dentistry.

This investment strengthens our ability to care for more than 12,700 dental patients each year—many from underserved communities—and reinforces our commitment to providing high-quality and compassionate care, regardless of ability to pay.

Thank you, CHEFA, for your partnership and commitment to reducing barriers to care, expanding community outreach, and keeping dignity and humanity at the center of healthcare.

02/03/2026

01/30/2026

We’re celebrating a major milestone for cancer care in Connecticut!

Our team is proud to share that the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute has become the first health care system in the nation to be a Care Partner of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK Care Partner).

This means our patients have access to world-class cancer care, cutting-edge treatments, and clinical trials, guided by MSK’s Standards of Care – right here in Connecticut!

01/15/2026

Hartford Hospital was recently selected as a recipient – one of only 75 nationwide – of the Special Pathogen Treatment, Assessment, and Network Development (STAND) Award, a $500,000 grant from the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center, the nation’s leader in special pathogen preparedness and response.

This award will support efforts to expand access to specialized care and strengthen readiness through activities such as colleague training, equipment acquisition, and the development of systems for effective special pathogen care delivery.

01/14/2026

Hartford Hospital recently received $100,000 in grant funding from the Kaiser Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education Awards – one of seven organizations nationwide – to prevent, treat, and heal firearm-related injuries and repercussions.

This grant will enhance the trauma-informed care provided to our community. Our Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) team engages patients at the bedside following violent injury, offering services to address immediate safety, long-term recovery, and connection to community resources such as mental health care, housing, education, and legal advocacy for victims of gun violence, stabbings, assaults, and soon domestic violence and human trafficking.

01/13/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Cheryl Ficara, RN, MS, NEA‑BC, whose leadership continues to strengthen our entire Hartford HealthCare community. As a UConn Nursing alumna and the first woman to serve as President of Hartford Hospital in its 150‑year history, Cheryl is an inspiring example of dedication, compassion and visionary leadership.

Congratulations to Cheryl on receiving the Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award from UConn’s Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing – and thank you for the remarkable impact you make on our patients, colleagues and the future of healthcare 👏💜

Access the full article: https://bit.ly/4r5GJNN

01/10/2026

Our emergency departments are experiencing higher volumes during flu season. For non-emergency concerns, HHC 24/7 offers convenient, around-the-clock access to care so you can get the answers you need, when you need them 🩺

Download the app: hhc247.org

01/03/2026

The Frost family of West Hartford welcomed Isla Marie at Hartford Hospital on Jan. 1 at 12:08 a.m. (7 lbs, 2.3 oz, 20 in.)! Welcome, Isla! Wishing you and your family joy and health in the year ahead!