Hospitals and doctors have made a concerted effort to control their patients’ pain over the past 10 years. That’s led, in part, to epidemic rates of…
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ACLU Sues Over Providence Ordinance Limiting Student Housing
The American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island is suing the city of Providence over a controversial housing ordinance, which limits the number of st…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Acceptance
Under the best of circumstances, adolescence can be a challenging time. Navigating shifting friendships. Sorting out relationships with parents….
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In Support Of Syrian Refugees, Hundreds Drown Out Opposition Rally
Hundreds of demonstrators packed the statehouse Monday chanting “refugees are welcome here.” The demonstration in support of Syrian refugees included St…
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Rhode Island Lawmakers Fighting For Required Recess
Several state lawmakers are making a case for recess, with a bill that requires a minimum of 100 minutes for recess each week. State Representative…
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Petitioning The FDA For A Black Box Warning On Opioids and Benzos
Rhode Island health officials are calling on the Food and Drug Administration to warn consumers about the danger of combining prescription painkillers w…
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Hasbro Study: Cyber-Bullying May Be Causing PTSD In Teens
Hasbro Children’s Hospital researcher Dr. Megan Ranney says nearly a quarter of the teens in a recent study reported signs of post-traumatic stress diso…
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TGIF: 21 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Pitchers and catchers have reported to Fort Myers, so glimmers of spring are slowly approaching. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: The Rhode Islander Pushing Bernie Sanders Message
Rhode Islander Tad Devine is the chief messenger for insurgent Bernie Sanders presidential campaign. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay caught up with…
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Battle With The Sea: Minimizing Wind Damage From Storms
The Hurricane of 1938 toppled some 275 million trees across New England. Today – with more trees and more buildings – state officials see wind damage as…
