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State health laboratory building reaches milestone with topping …

WEBThe seven-story building will encompass about 80,000 square feet for the health lab and another 130,000 square feet of private lab space.

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Landmark Cancer Center returns to Woonsocket

WEBSince then, it was relocated to North Smithfield before returning home to Woonsocket this year. "This is a proper dedicated state of the art cancer center," said …

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'Mind Your Heart' study to enroll patients diagnosed with heart

WEBSo far, they've enrolled about 45 participants. They're looking for a total of 176 patients in Rhode Island with a diagnosis of heart failure to take part. If you're interested …

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The current state of our healthcare system with South County …

WEBBen DeCasto is sitting down with Aaron Robinson, the CEO and President of South County Health. Together, they’re talking about the state of the current …

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Chief surgeon advocates for IBS awareness

WEBIt's estimated that 10 to 15% of the world population is living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS. "It often takes up to seven years for patients to get diagnosed …

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Health Fair aimed at navigating health care system for refugees

WEBThe health fair will take place at one location this Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Side Cultural Center at 393 Broad St. in Providence. "We …

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Healthcare workers push for awareness of Black maternal health

WEBA pregnant woman being examined by a healthcare worker. (FILE) "A lot of black women have reported not being listened to by their doctors or other health …

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Health Check Kids: Preventing child abuse by listening

WEBTherein lies the problem. Each child reacts differently, and it can go unnoticed. "It is my hope to any adults that are listening that if a child comes to you and …

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Health department to get new acting director as state searches for

WEBby NBC 10 NEWS. Thu, March 28th 2024 at 1:01 PM. The governor's office said Dr. Staci Fischer will be the new acting director of the Rhode Island Department of Health. …

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Annual Tomorrow Fund Stroll seeks additional participants

WEBAnnual Tomorrow Fund Stroll seeks additional participants. The Compoverde Granda family. (Compoverde Granda) This is one of a few fundraisers The Tomorrow …

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Nine people sickened by chemical exposure in Warwick sent to

WEBWARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Nine people were rushed to the hospital Thursday after a chemical exposure in Warwick. Several stores were forced to evacuate …

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Texas person diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with

WEBWASHINGTON (TND) — Health officials said a person in Texas was diagnosed with avian influenza -- or bird flu -- an infection tied to the recent discovery of …

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Fact Check Team: Studies reveal how mental health affects

WEBJULY 18, 2023 - A ribbon-cutting was held on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, for a new mental health hospital in South Asheville. The 120 bed facility, owned and operated …

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Crunchy cuisine: Tips about eating cicadas as edible bugs emerge …

WEBA periodical cicada nymph wiggles in the grass in Macon, Ga., on Thursday, March 28, 2024, after being found while digging holes for rosebushes.

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Sharon health officials confirm human case of Powassan virus

WEBThe Sharon Health Department confirmed a human case of Powassan virus was found in the town. The virus is transmitted through infected ticks. Officials said most …

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Health Department orders timeline for pharmacy upgrades at …

WEBThe Department of Health order sets a timeline of benchmarks for work and completion of the pharmacy upgrades. NBC 10 News contacted Women & Infants Friday …

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Maine governor signs new gun laws, mental health supports in

WEB1. AUGUSTA, Maine (WGME) — Maine Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill into law on Friday that expands background checks, makes changes to the “yellow flag” law, and …

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Steward Health Care strikes deal to sell its nationwide

WEBDemocratic U.S. Sen. Edward Markey called on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, for greater oversight of a deal that financially embattled hospital operator Steward …

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Health officials explain persistent depressive disorder

WEBPersistent Depressive Disorder, or PDD, is not as severe as depression, but adults can struggle with the symptoms of it for years. According to the Cleveland Clinic, …

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Linn Health & Rehabilitation to stay open, welcome dementia unit

WEBThe nursing home has applied for a new license with the state to convert one floor into an affordable assisted living unit that will specialize in memory and dementia …

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DEA hosts 26th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day across

WEBThe Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) held the 26th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday.. Authorities said the day reflects the DEA’s commitment …

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