You can make a difference in the lives of others as a Personal Care Attendant. PCAs help older adults or individuals with disabilities with: ➡️Household duties ➡️Shopping and meals ➡️Bathing, dressing, or grooming Learn more: eohhs.ri.gov/PCA-Registry

About 1/3 of Rhode Islanders have oral health insurance through Medicaid--that’s more than 300K people. Learn how to become a Medicaid provider today: eohhs.ri.gov/dental-services.

#WICOnlineShopping Project awarded 🎉 Rhode Island WIC Rhode Island Department of Health, with West Virginia WIC and Connecticut WIC, will join the 4 projects awarded in July to plan and prepare for WIC online shopping implementation. USDA Nutrition For more info, visit wicshopplus.org/projects?utm_s…

You’re just one phone call – or text! – away from free, confidential, and customized support toward a tobacco-free and nicotine-free life. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or text START to 300500.

Today's PHRME: Dr. Rachel Wightman of Rhode Island Department of Health and The Warren Alpert Medical School shares the importance of data and community partners in reducing overdose fatalities. Kelly White discusses how Indiana Department of Health counters tuberculosis (#TB) drug shortages. Listen now: discover.astho.org/3XuGcso.

We are incredibly proud to see RI’s Health Equity Zones recognized in the latest #NAMPerspectives commentary as a national model for building healthier, more equitable, and resilient communities. Learn more: tinyurl.com/2wdu4c88 #HealthEquityRI National Academy of Medicine

No matter where you live in Rhode Island RI.gov, safe, local, fresh milk is close by! #milk100 fda.gov/milk100

RIDOH extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to Senators Reed and Whitehouse for working to secure this funding for RIDOH’s Family Visiting Programs. These programs provide critical supports for families and children. Read the full press release here: tinyurl.com/4p2dvp79

Press Release: RIDOH Launches New Statewide Rhode Island Rental Registry for Landlords; Reminds Landlords of Responsibility to Protect Tenants from Lead ri.gov/press/view/480…

There is an elevated risk of #mosquito-borne diseases like #EEE and #WestNileVirus in RI. Other insect-borne diseases, like #Oropouche, #dengue, and #Zika are a concern for travelers. Learn how to protect yourself: health.ri.gov/mosquito.

We wish to extend a big THANK YOU to the many volunteers at community organizations and employees at RIDOH, RI EOHHS, and RI BHDDH who helped distribute free #naloxone in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day #IOAD. Naloxone is a key tool in helping to save lives!

The number of children who die from sepsis each day may surprise you. Know the symptoms. Visit sepsis.org to learn more. #SepsisAwarenessMonth #SAM2024

#Oropouche is spread by the bite of infected midges (small flies) and #mosquitoes. Travelers to affected areas in South America and the Caribbean should take steps to prevent bug bites: tinyurl.com/3ejbpzmp Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management RI Emergency Management Agency

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth! Emergencies can hurt your health, but there are things you can do today to protect your health from emergencies. Make a plan, build a kit, stay informed. Learn more at health.ri.gov/emergency.

RI LANDLORDS: The Rhode Island Rental Registry is now live. Per Rhode Island law, you must register each rental unit you own at rentalregistry.ri.gov by October 1. Visit lead1978.com to see special requirements if your property was built before 1978.

The first annual 988 Day is this Sunday, September 8. If you or someone you know needs help, connect to hope. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor 24/7/365. No judgement. Just help. #SPM24

DYK babies born with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) may develop learning disabilities & behavioral/physical health problems? An alcohol-free pregnancy is the best choice. Learn more: cdc.gov/fasd/about

Coastal Medical and the Rhode Island Department of Health Island Department of Health’s Community Health Program are supporting families in need this back-to-school season! We're giving away school supplies at select Coastal practices across Rhode Island. Learn more: bit.ly/cm-schoolsupply

#DYK? 1 in 6 Americans experience foodborne illness every year. Follow these safety tips to keep you and your family safe during National Food Safety Education Month. tinyurl.com/4fybx8dx #NFSEM

#SuicidePreventionMonth is a time to stay connected to our kids and teens, offer a listening ear, and show them we’re here to help. Take some time to have a talk with the young people in your life to show your support. #YouthSuicidePrevention bit.ly/Youth-Suicide