Archive for January 2022
Your Coronavirus Update Today, Jan. 5, 2022
Booster graphic: RIDOH RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY There is a national shortage of monoclonal antibodies (MABS). RIDOH is following CDC guidance to prioritize existing supply for those who are at highest risk. The issued this provider guidance. This guidance is posted on RIDOH’s website for reference and was included in RIDOH’s weekly COVID-19 Provider Briefing…
Read MoreInnovative Neon Marketplace opens in Warwick
Neon Marketplace, the newest and most innovative brand in the convenience store industry, opened its doors in its new 5,500 sq ft location in Warwick, RI that also features 900 sq ft of outdoor seating with heatlamps. The marketplace offers a full menu of fresh, on-the-go food and beverage items, such as – artisan-style pizza prepared in…
Read More“Ron & Jen’s Great Escape” – 1-5-2022 – Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien, commentary Over the course of my really interesting, always eventful, life, I’ve insisted on doing things MY way. I never listened to the wise elders in my life, thought I’d figure it out and really-lived up to my stubborn Greek side. As I’ve aged, I’ve come to embrace…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today, Jan. 5, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure developing over the southeast US reaches out it’s tendrils and provides up with about a day’s worth of rain starting in the morning and lasting through late afternoon. We’ll get some warmer air with the saturation, afternoon highs achieving 50 from morning lows in the upper 20’s with a…
Read MoreART! Fire Ice Glass Studio, Deborah Goldhaft
by Nancy Thomas “I often feel like Alice in Through the Looking Glass as I design and use the sandblast process. There is always a sense of wonder and surprise as each creation unveils itself to me”. That’s how Deborah Goldhaft says she feels as each new commissioned work of art is completed and readied…
Read MoreRI health and human services depleted, silos worse in 15 years under EOHHS umbrella – Richard Asinof
by Richard Asinof, contributing writer, ConvergenceRI Photo: Benedict Lessing, Community Care Alliance Editor’s Note: Benedict Lessing, the president and CEO of Community Care Alliance, was one of the last witnesses to give testimony at the more than two-hour hearing held Dec. 16, 2021, before the Senate legislative commission looking at the current structure of the…
Read MoreBankRI makes grants to 26 local nonprofits
In its fifth round of charitable funding this year, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) has awarded $80,450 in grants to 26 local nonprofits. The funds are earmarked to support educational opportunities for underserved youth and human services programs that help individuals and families with basic needs. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $10,000. “This [past] year, much…
Read MoreExpanded use of Pfizer boosters for some children approved by FDA.
The 3-step process of to bring vaccinations to the American public has become familiar. First, the FDA acts through either an EUA or general approval, then the AICP, a committee of the CDC grants approval, followed by the 3rd step of full CDC approval. At that point – all expected in this latest EUA to…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today, Jan. 4, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure settles in and anchors cool air over New England under bright sunlight through most of the day. Some High cloud cover moves in late, but no threat of any precipitation. A chilly start with morning lows in the upper teens rising to the low 30’s as a light breeze…
Read MoreCVS as positive disruptor in healthcare. Investing in maternal health, primary care will be good for business.
Investment will help further address maternal health disparities nationwide CVS Health® has announced as part of Maternal Health Call to Action Day that it is advancing its commitment to addressing maternal health disparities with a $1.74M investment. The funding will support initiatives led by America’s Essential Hospitals, Every Mother Counts and the National Association of…
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