Health
With the federal shutdown of the 988 “press 3” service for LGBTQ+ youth, Samaritans South Coast and Rhode Island’s call center are expanding culturally competent training to fill the gap in suicide prevention care
Dr. Mariah Stump, a Brown University physician and lifestyle medicine expert, shares how the free community walking program builds fitness, connection, and joy across Rhode Island
Rhode Island, Massachusetts Join Regional Public Health Partnership to Coordinate Disease Prevention
Eight states, including Massachusetts and Rhode Island, formed a partnership to share resources on vaccines, emergency preparedness and public health, amid federal uncertainty
New Census data show 32,549 children lived in poverty in 2024 — a jump of more than 20% from the year before — as advocates urge state action on health care, housing, and food security
In Rhode Island, the suicide and crisis hotline call center received over 1,500 calls in July. That’s a more than 200% increase from when 988 first launched
Pharmacists will now be allowed to give the updated vaccines to anyone 3 years or older
Here’s what to know about vaccine eligibility, state policy, and whether insurance will cover the shots
After three bat sightings in August — including one that prompted a weeklong office closure — union workers say the Providence building is unsafe, urging state officials not to renew DCYF’s 10-year lease
Former New England Patriot compares hotline to a teammate you can rely on when ‘things get tough.’