I wish I could be in two places at once. This Friday, two health policy-related conferences take place simultaneously in Warwick. Here’s a bit more…
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The Pulse: Addiction, Anonymity, And The ADA: A Case Study
People who are in recovery from addiction or mental illness might be open to sharing their story with anyone who asks. Or they might not. There’s still…
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Elorza Sees Victory Place As An Option For The PawSox
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza considers Victory Place — offered in April as an alternative ballpark site for the PawSox — a potential home for the…
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Children In Crisis: High Caseloads, High Stakes For DCYF Caseworkers
Social workers at Rhode Island’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families say they have too many cases to really make a difference in children’s…
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Can Mindfulness Help Patients Stick To Lifestyle Changes?
Changes to diet and exercise can have a big impact on health. But sticking with a new regimen can be tough. Scientists are wondering whether a practice…
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Opposition To HPV Vaccine Stirs Passion, Bewilderment
When Rhode Island health officials rolled out a new immunization requirement for seventh graders this fall, they weren’t expecting controversy. The…
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At Listening Session, Stories Of High Health Care Costs
Rhode Islanders shared their experiences with the state’s health care system Tuesday night at a community center in Warwick. It’s the first of two…
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Nurses Union Rejects Lifespan Contract Offer
The union representing Rhode Island Hospital nurses and other medical professionals has rejected the latest contract proposal from the Lifespan hospital…
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Ex-RI Senate Majority Hawkins Dies At 80
John Hawkins, the former RI Senate majority leader, father of the R.I. Lottery and a political power in Rhode Island for generations, died early Monday…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: PawSox Providence Dream Field Becoming Nightmare
The plan for a new stadium for the Pawtucket Red Sox in Providence has hit a roadblock. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay parses how this field of…