State of Rhode Island Department of Health Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on April 9, 2025 - 16:37 GMT

New Recommendations on Fish Consumption for Parts of the Pawcatuck River and Grills Preserve Pond Due to PFAS Contamination

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is recommending that the public limit consumption of native fish caught in certain areas of the Pawcatuck River downstream of Burdickville Road in Hopkinton and to avoid eating any fish from the Grills Preserve …

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Published on April 1, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

RIDOH Statement on Lawsuit Against Federal HHS

Rhode Island was among a group of states that filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Rhode Island today against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the premature termination of grants that support critical public health services. " …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 14:28 GMT

Governor McKee, RIDOH Announce Funding to Bolster Primary Care Training Capacity

Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced today that in the coming weeks, the State will be making up to $90,000 in grant funding available to numerous primary care sites to support their work to train more students and …

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Published on February 24, 2025 - 16:40 GMT

Lyons Magnus Recalls Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Lyons Magnus is recalling 4 oz. Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes due to the potential for the products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. …

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Published on February 18, 2025 - 18:11 GMT

With Flu and Norovirus Levels High, Good Health Habits Recommended

With rates of seasonal viruses, such as flu and norovirus, still elevated throughout Rhode Island, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is urging people to practice good health habits to help keep everyone healthy and safe. So far, more than 900 …

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Published on February 17, 2025 - 20:51 GMT

RIDOH Launches New Map of Lead Drinking Water Pipes

As part of the process of replacing all lead service lines in Rhode Island's public water systems by 2033, the Rhode Island Department of Health has launched a new, interactive map of drinking water service lines (pipes) in the state. This new …

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Published on February 12, 2025 - 19:52 GMT

RIDOH Launches Rental Registry's Public Database

As part of work statewide to protect children and families from the hazards of lead exposure, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has launched its Rental Registry public database. (See link below.) With this dashboard, a resident can look up …

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Published on February 10, 2025 - 16:55 GMT

Turkana Food Recalls Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Turkana Food Inc. is recalling 858 cases of Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

Food Safety Tips for Game Day Celebrations; Safer Cheese Choices / Consejos de seguridad alimentaria para las celebraciones el día ...

Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is sharing food safety tips to make sure foodborne illness isn't invited to your gathering. Many game day favorite foods, like pizza, chicken wings, chili, and dips cannot stay …

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Published on February 3, 2025 - 17:25 GMT

Blue Ridge Natural Mix Dog Food Recalled

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 5,700 pounds of their two-pound log Natural Mix dog food due to a contamination of Salmonella. The recalled products have the Lot number N25/12/31. (Lot …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

Rhode Islanders Reminded to Take Health Precautions During Extreme Cold Weather

In advance of the extreme cold expected this week, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding all Rhode Islanders about ways to stay healthy and safe. Extreme cold can cause hypothermia, frostbite, and can contribute to events like …

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Published on January 19, 2025 - 18:13 GMT

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Removed for Kent County Public Water System Department Customers

The Kent County Public Water System was notified by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) on January 18 that the precautionary boil water notice issued to its customers could be removed. RIDOH and Kent County Public Water System alerted customers …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 20:04 GMT

Measles Case Identified in Rhode Island

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public that a confirmed case of measles has been identified in Rhode Island. This was a case in a young, unvaccinated child with a recent history of international travel. This child was …

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Published on January 17, 2025 - 22:36 GMT

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the Kent County Water Authority

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is alerting a portion of customers of the Kent County Water Authority (KCWA, PWS ID# RI1559511) that they should boil their water before consuming it. A water main break in the area of Major Potter Road in …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 15:12 GMT

RIDOH and RIIB Award Funding to Three Public Water Systems to Address PFAS and Other Emerging Drinking Water Contaminants

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)'s Center for Drinking Water Quality and Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank (RIIB) have awarded grant funding to three public water systems in disadvantaged or small communities (serving less than 10,000 …

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Published on December 30, 2024 - 16:46 GMT

Preliminary Lists of Top Baby Names in Rhode Island in 2024

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is sharing preliminary lists of the most popular baby names in Rhode Island in 2024. Female 1. Charlotte 2. Mia 3. Amelia 4. Emma 5. Olivia 6. Sophia 7. Ava 8. Violet 9. Maeve 10. Isla Male 1. Liam 2. Lucas 3. …

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Published on December 26, 2024 - 19:05 GMT

Northwest Naturals Recalls Cat Food

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public that Northwest Naturals is recalling one batch of Northwest Naturals brand 2-pound Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food. This recall was initiated after the batch tested positive for …

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Published on December 23, 2024 - 16:50 GMT

Rhode Islanders Urged to Help Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Viruses

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding anyone who plans to travel for the holidays or to attend holiday gatherings to take steps to prevent the spread of common respiratory viruses. Large gatherings, crowded travel, and more time …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 17:05 GMT

Do Not Drink Notice Issued for Western Coventry Elementary School Drinking Water Consumers

The Western Coventry Elementary School public water system (4588 Flat River Road in Coventry, RI) was required to issue a do not drink notice on December 9, 2024 for consumers because manganese was found in the distribution system over the Environmental …

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Published on December 4, 2024 - 17:27 GMT

Rhode Island a National Leader in Lung Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Data recently released by the American Lung Association indicate that Rhode Island has emerged as a national leader in screening, early diagnosis, and treatment for lung cancer, a leading cause of cancer deaths. The American Lung Association's " …

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