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When and where can I get COVID-19 vaccine in RI

WEBOn Wednesday, Feb. 17, the R.I. Department of Health will release a registration link and phone number for eligible residents to book an appointment at one …

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How to request free at-home COVID-19 tests next week

WEBIf you are underinsured or don’t have health insurance, you can get a free vaccine through the CDC’s new Bridge Access Program. You can search for COVID-19 …

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'Busting at the seams': RI hospitals overflowing with …

WEBAccording to the Health Department’s COVID-19 data, 1,110 new cases and two deaths were reported the week of Dec. 10-16.

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RI lawmakers launch new initiative to bolster health care …

WEBUpdated: Mar 6, 2024 / 08:40 AM EST. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — State lawmakers unveiled a new initiative Tuesday aimed at improving health care access and …

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It’s peak norovirus season. Here’s what you can do to …

WEBHere are some tips from the Health Department to prevent contracting norovirus: Use proper hygiene: Wash your hands with soap and water, especially after …

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‘Cure is worse than the disease’: Parents file suit over …

WEBIn each of those cases, COVID-19 was not the primary cause of death, health officials said. “The cure is worse than the disease,” wrote plaintiff Jessica …

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Local doctors, patients feeling strain of national physician …

WEBData from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shows 72% of the need for primary care physicians is met in Rhode Island. In Massachusetts, 44% …

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RI reports case of rare tick-borne disease WPRI.com

WEBUpdated: Feb 29, 2024 / 02:53 PM EST. SHARE. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Department of Health has reported a confirmed case of the rare tick-borne …

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RI hospitals fight cyberattacks on a near-daily basis

WEBFederal data reviewed by Target 12 shows there have been 17 reported health care-related breaches involving Rhode Island-based organizations in the past …

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Thousands of psychologists available July 1 in RI WPRI.com

WEBPROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Islanders will gain access to thousands of psychologists around the country starting Saturday, as a year-old law …

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Getting the most from your Blue Cross Blue Shield plan

WEBMelissa Cummings, Chief Customer Officer at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI), explains how to get the most from your health plan. She …

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Bryant to launch doctoral program in clinical psychology

WEBUpdated: Mar 26, 2024 / 10:24 PM EDT. SMITHFIELD, R.I. (WPRI) — Bryant University’s School of Health and Behavioral Sciences (SHBS) will house the school’s first doctoral …

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness is prepping for Mental …

WEBNAMI RI hosts FREE peer based support groups and educational classes, as well as school and community education programs on mental health and mental health …

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Steward Health reaches deal to sell network of doctors to Optum

WEBUpdated: Mar 27, 2024 / 02:49 PM EDT. BOSTON (WPRI) — Hospital operator Steward Health Care has struck a deal to sell its nationwide physician network to insurance giant …

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Thousands in RI booted from Medicaid since April WPRI.com

WEBThe state reports about 7,000 Rhode Islanders have been removed from the federal-state health insurance program since a recertification requirement started again …

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Data: US births fell last year, marking end fo late pandemic rebound

WEBNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. births fell last year, resuming a long national slide. A little under 3.6 million babies were born in 2023, according to provisional statistics …

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Lifespan in talks to rename hospital group after Brown U.

WEBLifespan is the state’s largest employer and the owner of Rhode Island, Miriam, Newport and Bradley hospitals. Brown is also a major employer, with a $6.6 …

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Community Focus: Carrie Bridges-Feliz of Lifespan WPRI.com

WEBLifespan's Vice President of Community Health and Equity Carrie Bridges-Feliz joined Kim Kalunian on 12 News at 4 to highlight upcoming events aimed at …

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Multi-state cyberattack disrupts CharterCare hospitals

WEBUpdated: Aug 4, 2023 / 06:35 PM EDT. MANCHESTER, Conn. (AP) — Hospitals and clinics in several states, on Friday began the time-consuming process of recovering from …

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RI-based addiction treatment chain charged with fraud WPRI.com

WEBUpdated: Mar 3, 2023 / 01:40 PM EST. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Federal charges have been filed against a chain of addiction treatment clinics, along with its owner and a …

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Report: Racial disparities impacting well-being of RI children

WEBThe 2023 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook revealed that families of color are struggling with disparities in financial well-being, education, safety and health …

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‘It’s life or death’: Taunton residents rally against possible closure

WEBSteward Health Care as signaled that it plans to leave Massachusetts, with financial records showing it fell behind in paying bills and rents.

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WEBWPRI 12 News on WPRI.com is Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts' local news, weather, sports, politics, and investigative journalism source.

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