Health
Choking claims the lives of more than 4,100 Americans who are 65 or older every year
Commercials calling on the General Assembly to oppose legislation preserving the federal 340B program filled local airwaves in June. Here’s where the trail of money led
New data highlights need for wastewater infrastructure upgrades to prevent pollution in public waterways
Attorney General Neronha announces new funds as part of $720 million national deal; total state recovery now tops $315 million to support treatment, prevention, and recovery efforts
The hospital has closed about 40 psychiatric beds, according to its chief operating officer
The hospital allowed an unlicensed medical assistant to do a procedure prohibited under state regulations
The new state law also mandates RAs to be trained to administer the life-saving opioid reversal medication
A sweeping analysis reveals rising rates of obesity, chronic illness, and mental health issues among American children—signaling a broader societal crisis and casting doubt on current health policies
Unionized disability caseworkers call out low wages, crushing caseloads, and lack of contract progress as burnout drives staff turnover at Rhode Island’s behavioral health agency