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A man feeding a baby with a bottle.

May 14 2022

Helping families find formula…and Abbott responds

Photo: American Academy of Pediatrics Yesterday, the US Dept. of Health and Human Services posted information for parents who are ...
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May 13 2022

Supplies of contrast dye used in medical scans and procedures critically low. Non-emergency use paused.

Two anecdotal stories came to us this week about people seeking medical care in Rhode Island - one at Rhode ...
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May 10 2022

Does giving change us; does it change everything? The year of the Rhode Island Foundation – Richard Asinof

by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI, contributing writer on health issues Does giving change us; does it change everything? This week, the ...
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May 9 2022

Federal judge steps in on state’s failed recruitment of adult DD caregivers – Gina Macris

by Gina Macris, Developmental Disability News With the state of Rhode Island six months behind in its promise to recruit ...
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May 8 2022

In the Arena – with Dr. Anthony Fauci

Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews leaders in Rhode Island and around the area. Today, a special treat as he ...
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May 3 2022

Unsteady start for RI’s Opioid Settlement Advisory Council – Richard Asinof

Photo: Jonathan Goyer, standing underneath a portrait of Jim Gillen by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI, contributing writer A recommended slate of ...
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May 2 2022

Aging in Place in Your Rhode Island Community – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues As the graying of the nation’s population continues, older persons are choosing to ...
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May 1 2022

May is Mental Health Month: The Hidden Wound – Kevin Kearns

Coach Kevin Kearns persevered through a lifetime of trying obstacles. Beginning next Saturday, Kearns will be our new featured fitness ...
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Apr 29 2022

Moving ahead with COVID vaccines for young children

Moderna (6 mos-5 yrs) and Pfizer (5-11 yrs booster) are next up seeking approval as vaccines. The Moderna will be ...
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Apr 28 2022

In the news… Leaving the pandemic phase, National, local news updates, passings – April 28, 2022

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL COVID Update from Dr. Jha: Paxlovid will be widely available in US very soon, and it will ...