Domestic violence is a public health crisis that has been compounded by the pandemic. The Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports the growing problem is straining shelters for survivors in the state to capacity and beyond.
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Gov. McKee signs law to reduce potentially harmful chemicals in Rhode Island drinking water
On Monday, Gov. Dan McKee signed into law a bill limiting toxic chemicals in drinking water, groundwater, and surface water. Environmental advocates are calling it a step in the right direction for protecting the safety of drinking water in Rhode Island.
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Departing interim health director: R.I. public health needs a booster
Rhode Island Interim Health Director Dr. James McDonald is stepping down later this month. He spoke with Health reporter Lynn Arditi about the pandemic and challenges that lie ahead. [This transcript has been edited.] Arditi: Dr. McDonald, your decision to step down as the Health Department’s interim director comes at a time when we’ve seen […]
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R.I. receives $7.2 million in federal funds to help replenish the public health workforce
Rhode Island will receive an infusion of $7.2 million in federal funds during the next two years to replenish the workforces of the state’s public health, school-based health, and community-based organizations to continue the response and recovery to COVID-19. The funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease, Control and Prevention is designed to help ensure […]
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Heath Officials: High Vaccination Rate Key For Preventing Measles Spread
A representative for Rhode Island’s Department of Health said health officials are not worried about a measles outbreak spreading to the state, citing the state’s high vaccination rate.
