Community Health & Education
The Bridgeport Department of Health conducts research on a variety of topics and surveillance on infectious diseases. We provide this information to the Bridgeport community to aid in the understanding of current health issues and to allow residents to make informed decisions regarding their health.
Community-Based Assets and Needs Survey
The Bridgeport Department of Health & Social Services, in partnership with the Health Improvement Alliance (HIA), invites you to share your voice through the DataHaven Community-Based Assets and Needs Survey (CBANS). This quick, 5-minute survey is your chance to influence the future of Greater Bridgeport by highlighting what matters most to you. Your anonymous feedback will directly shape better programs and services in our community!
- English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024CBANS
- Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024CBANS?lang=es
- Haitian Creole: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024CBANS?lang=fr_HT
Recent Research Chronicles
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Political Violence and Health
A new study shows that most American’s detest violence, yet a small but notable minority of people in the study said they would be prepared to use a gun in pursuit of their political goals.
July 10, 2024
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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.
June 19, 2024
![Underside view of a tick demonstrating questing behavior from a green leaf](https://www.bridgeportct.gov/sites/default/files/styles/max_900x600/public/2024-05/HDR_20240520_Tick_questing.jpg)
Tick-borne Threat: What You Need to Know About Powassan Virus
The incidence of Powassan virus has increased over the past 10 years. What is this virus and how can you prevent it?
June 05, 2024