The Cannon Building of the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH at 3 Capitol Hill in Providence will remain closed to the public on Wednesday, February 10 and Thursday, February 11 due to flooding from burst pipes of the building's chiller. Additionally, HEALTH has canceled the cosmetology ...

The H1N1 flu vaccination clinic that was scheduled for tomorrow, February 10, at Narragansett High School has been canceled due to the threat of inclement weather. Narragansett High School, located at 245 South Pier Road in Narragansett, will host a make-up clinic on February 17. This free,...

The Cannon Building of the Health Department HEALTH remains closed to the public today due to flooding from a burst pipe. In addition, many employees are not connected to the email system and will not be able to send or receive email. HEALTH will provide an update on the situation before the end...

The Cannon Building of the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH at 3 Capitol Hill in Providence will remain closed to the public on Tuesday, February 9 due to flooding from burst pipes of the building's chiller. Cosmetology exams scheduled for Tuesday, February 9 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.will be ...

The Cannon Building of the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH at 3 Capitol Hill in Providence will be closed to the public tomorrow, Monday, February 8 due to flooding from burst pipes of the building's chiller. HEALTH employees who work in the Cannon Building are asked to report to work...

On National Go Red Day, Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH announces that two communities - Warwick and Westerly - have earned HeartSafe certification. This program is designed to help communities give people a better chance of surviving a heart attack or other cardiac emergency. HeartSafe...

Today, the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH released Hospital Capital Investment in Rhode Island 2008. This report is one measure of the financial health of hospitals in the state. This report analyzes each hospital's available capital physical property and assets and capital...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH announces that recent test results strongly suggest black pepper is the source of the Salmonella outbreak associated with Daniele Inc. Daniele purchased black pepper from two different distributors Mincing Oversees Spice Company and Wholesome Spices...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH announces today that ground black pepper samples from an open container at Daniele Inc. has tested positive for salmonella. Further lab testing also shows that the ground pepper contains the same strain of salmonella that is associated with a national...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH warns consumers not to use a folk remedy designed to relieve the symptoms of morning sickness. This product is called by several names including "Nzu", "Poto" or "Calabash Chalk". These products may be sold as a large pellet or in bulk and they...

With the passage of Rhode Island House Bill 5607 and Senate Bill 408aa, it will be more difficult for tobacco vendors to skirt the law. This bill prevents any tobacco vendor who has an outstanding fine from getting a new license for the same location before the fine is paid. The bill also...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH advises consumers that there is currently a national investigation of a salmonella outbreak possibly linked to salame products manufactured by Daniele, Inc. As a result of this investigation, Daniele Inc. has decided to voluntarily recall all of their...

Today, the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH presented Rhode Island Parent Information Network RIPIN with a Community Partnership Award. This award is presented to individuals or groups in Rhode Island whose contributions are exceptional and support the mission of HEALTH. Early last...

Today, the Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH presented Pawtucket Mayor James Doyle with a Community Partnership Award. This award is presented to individuals or groups in Rhode Island whose contributions are exceptional and support the mission of HEALTH. Mayor Doyle was an early...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH is urging employers to offer additional H1N1 vaccination opportunities for Rhode Islanders in the coming weeks. The Department has set a goal of vaccinating 500,000 Rhode Islanders by Valentine's Day February 14, 2010. "This week is National...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH advises consumers that Heluva Good 8-ounce plastic cup containers of Cold Pack Cheese Food may be contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis. This bacteria can cause serious illness and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the...

In the fight against obesity, it's about little steps adding up to big successes. Take the stairs instead of using the elevator. Choose the low-fat option on the menu. In our communities, it means promoting walking and biking instead of taking the bus or driving. The Rhode Island Department of...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH is working to increase the availability of H1N1 vaccine in the state's nursing home facilities beginning this week and continuing throughout the month of January. While people age 65 and older were not initially prioritized by the Centers for...

The Department of Health HEALTH has received a donation of 5,000 doses of injectable seasonal influenza vaccine from Provant Health Solutions, LLC. This vaccine will be distributed to physician offices, community health centers and long-term care facilities that serve the elderly, the uninsured...

The Rhode Island Department of Health HEALTH, in coordination with municipal partners, will hold public H1N1 vaccination clinics beginning January 16. These clinics will be free of charge and no appointments are necessary. Individuals must be 18 years of age or older to be vaccinated at these...