The state health department has launched an online survey for Rhode Islanders to rank their health care experiences. The results will be used as part of…
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Public Radio Veteran Torey Malatia, Formerly Of WBEZ, Named GM For RI Public Radio
Rhode Island Public Radio announced Tuesday it has hired Torey Malatia, who led Chicago’s public radio station, WBEZ, for nearly 20 years, as its new…
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TGIF: 19 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Old stories have a way of cycling back into the news in Rhode Island, and this otherwise quiet week was a case in point. So thanks for stopping by for…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: The Anti-HPV Vaccine Fallacy
Opponents of mandatory HPV vaccinations want the Rhode Island General Assembly to stop requiring the vaccines for all seventh graders. RIPR political…
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RI Groups Join Call To Defund Planned Parenthood
A group of Rhode Islanders plan to join a national day of protest Saturday morning against Planned Parenthood. Rhode Island Right to Life and the Roman…
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Raimondo Heads To New Hampshire For A Little R&R
Governor Gina Raimondo has cleared her schedule for a family vacation. After a busy summer, Raimondo’s office says she plans to spend a few days in New…
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Children In Crisis: Home Visiting Aims To Prevent Child Abuse And Neglect
For the past week, we’ve been focusing on “Children in Crisis,” our series about Rhode Island’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families. The agency…
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HPV Vaccine Mandate Draws Protests; Health Dept. Continues Public Meetings
Protestors are asking the state health department to abolish the requirement that all seventh graders receive the HPV vaccine, which can prevent…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Enjoy summer while you can. Happy Friday, and thanks for stopping by. As always, your tips and comments remain welcome via idonnis (at) ripr (dot) org,…
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Children In Crisis: Caring For Foster Kids, Doctors Find Long Reach Of Neglect, Abuse
Children who experience abuse or neglect–or even the stress of poverty—can have serious health problems later in life. That’s one of many challenges for…
