Exposure to a trio of common chemicals can affect developing babies’ brains. But it’s unclear what role those chemicals play as kids get older. One…
Kristin Gourlay
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Happy 25th, Americans With Disabilities Act
Sunday marks the anniversary of the signing of the historic act that helped reduce discrimination and remove barriers for people with disabilities. In…
Posted inArticle, Health
Chief Medical Examiner Placed On Leave
The state’s chief medical examiner, Dr. Christina Stanley, has been placed on paid leave. That’s according to the department of health, where officials…
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Montanaro: Eleanor Slater Needs New Leaders, New Facilities
When Maria Montanaro took the reins of the state department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, she inherited an agency…
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Our Slogan Winner’s Favorite Spot? It’s Not What You Think.
“The biggest moments are made in the smallest state.” That’s the winning entry in our tourism slogan contest. Now, we meet its creator, Frankie B….
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Turnaround Plan In The Works For Eleanor Slater Hospital
The head of the state Department of Behavioral Healthcare says changes are underway at Eleanor Slater Hospital. The state-run facility treats patients…
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Raimondo Reconvenes Children’s Cabinet To Advocate, Coordinate
Citing data that shows an increase in children living in poverty, Gov. Gina Raimondo has reinstated the Children’s Cabinet. The group has not met for…
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Raimondo Calls For Cap On Health Care Spending
Governor Gina Raimondo has asked a working group to come up with a way to slow health care spending in Rhode Island. It’s a strategy that has showed…
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Overdose Deaths Straining Medical Examiner’s Resources
The rising number of overdose deaths has strained the resources of the state’s only medical examiner’s office. Limited staffing and a growing number of…
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And The Winning Slogan Is….
Governor Gina Raimondo recently announced the state would launch a new $5 million dollar tourism ad campaign. The ad agency hasn’t been chosen yet…but…
