Two officials from the state’s child welfare agency have been placed on paid administrative leave. They include head of the Rhode Island Training School…
Kristin Gourlay
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Can Mindfulness Help Patients Stick To Lifestyle Changes?
Changes to diet and exercise can have a big impact on health. But sticking with a new regimen can be tough. Scientists are wondering whether a practice…
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Opposition To HPV Vaccine Stirs Passion, Bewilderment
When Rhode Island health officials rolled out a new immunization requirement for seventh graders this fall, they weren’t expecting controversy. The…
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At Listening Session, Stories Of High Health Care Costs
Rhode Islanders shared their experiences with the state’s health care system Tuesday night at a community center in Warwick. It’s the first of two…
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Biotech Firm NABsys Shuts Down After 10 Years
Providence-based biotech company NABsys has shut down after nearly 10 years in operation. Early investments came from a state-backed technology fund and…
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Mattiello Will Oppose Reversing HPV Vaccine Requirement
An advocacy group opposing the new HPV vaccine requirement for seventh graders is raising money to bring the fight to the state capital. Their efforts…
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State Officials Want To Hear Your Experience With Health Care
State health officials kick off a series of public hearings Tuesday to learn about Rhode Islanders’ personal experiences with health care. It’s part of…
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Mobile Markets Bring Affordable Produce To Low-Income Neighborhoods
A new initiative of the Rhode Island Public Health Institute at Brown University aims to bring more fresh fruits and vegetables into low income…
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Health Dept. Resumes Weekly Overdose Updates
Rhode Island’s department of health will once again release weekly statistics on accidental drug overdose deaths – instead of monthly. The department…
