Archive for January 2021
Seniors must be the priority for vaccine – AARP-RI, by Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last month, in a statement by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) received a recommendation from the Rhode Island COVID-19 Vaccine Subcommittee for hospitals to begin vaccinating front line hospital workers against COVID-19. This recommendation was made at an emergency meeting of the Subcommittee. RIDOH has…
Read MoreHow Women Build Their Own Glass Ceiling – by Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL The story I hear over and over again from high achieving women is how hard it is for them to obtain those coveted executive spots. It’s so familiar that I’m surprised women haven’t banded together to create common strategies to overcome the breakdowns and roadblocks to the corner office. We…
Read MoreRI Weather Today – Mon, Jan. 11, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A weak low pressure system develops over the mid atlantic states and drives some mid-level cloud cover during the day. Other than that, no significant weather on tap. Morning lows in the mid 20’s and afternoon highs around 40 with a light west-northwesterly breeze.
Read MoreAdvocates call for Vaccination of High-Risk DD Population/Caregivers
By Gina Macris, contributing writer, Developmental Disability News While there is growing research that COVID-19 puts people with developmental disabilities at a higher risk for serious illness or death than virtually any other compromised group, Rhode Island’s disability rights advocates remain uncertain whether the state will follow through on intentions to include this population in…
Read MoreRI Weather Today – Sun, Jan. 10, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another section of the high pressure ridge takes over during the day and draws in some warmer air, allowing for a slightly higher afternoon temperature around 40 with less wind, after a morning low in the mid to upper 20’s.
Read MoreIn the Arena – Joe Paolino, Jr. with new Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins
Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews people of interest on his program, “In The Arena”. The show airs at 7am on Sundays on ABC6. Today, Paolino talks with Ken Hopkins, newly inaugurated Mayor of Cranston. They discuss Hopkins’ main initiatives and vision as well as the tough economic times coming ahead. What’s happening for Rolfe…
Read MoreTools for putting 2020’s Stress & Anxiety behind you
Mental Health: Tools for Putting 2020’s Stress & Anxiety Behind You Photo: Courtesy, Harvard University The Miriam Hospital Women’s Association Community Speaker Series addresses mental health in the New Year with two experts from The Miriam Hospital. The ZOOM event will be held on Wednesday, January 13th at 7pm. The first 2021 event of The…
Read MorePrivate social media companies flex their Orwellian muscles
Twitter took down President Trump’s Twitter account permanently, after suspending him a few days before. It did so out of what they stated as fear that further tweets may incite more violence. President Trump has 87 million followers on Twitter and it has been his main venue of communication with the American public. Facebook took…
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update – Today, Jan. 10, 2021
Photo: Street artist Banksy’s “Sneezing Woman” was painted in the middle of the night on a home for sale in the Bristol, England. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Lt. Gov-elect Dan McKee is in quarantine after being exposed to a person with COVID19 Health officials say Arizona has become the global hotspot as the governor resists…
Read MoreUpdated: COVID-19 in RI Nursing Homes, LTC facilities. Total Cases: 6,048 Deaths: 1,288
This week there are 423 new cases and 95 more deaths. This tracks the week, new cases recorded since last date, and additional fatalities: Week of – New Cases – Additional Fatalities Oct. 21 – 25 – 20 Oct. 28 – 25 – 15 Nov. 4 – 85 – 10 Nov. 11 – 175 –…
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