The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public that a confirmed case of measles has been identified in Rhode Island, the state’s first confirmed case since 2013. This was a case in a young, unvaccinated child with a recent history of international travel. This child was hospitalized at Hasbro Children’s earlier this […]
(2.5) Here’s your chance to tell members of the City Council how much you love gas-powered leaf blowers. Or, you may want to support a proposed ordinance for limiting gas-powered lawn equipment. From the AP: The noise isn’t merely a nuisance. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prolonged exposure to noise
They’re back. In an effort to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, Brown University Health is requiring visitors and staff members at some major Rhode Island hospitals, including Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children’s Hospital, to wear masks. (Please read the post before commenting.) From the ProJo: Respiratory viruses include the flu, COVID-19 and RSV,
(And rakes.) Big thanks to the members of Quiet Clean RI for their recent piece in the ProJo: “Electric leaf blowers are up to the task.” The air and noise pollution created by gas leaf blowers are familiar to all, no matter where you live. These advocates want the public to know that there is
Once again, Dave Henault has made front page news with an update on his kidney transplant. The surgery, which took place last September, went well and he is now on the road to recovery. Local anglers, friends, and family know how long Dave had been waiting and preparing for this ordeal. (This was the first
Americans can once again order free rapid coronavirus tests by mail. I just ordered mine and it took about 30 seconds. People can request four free at-home Covid-19 tests per household through covidtests.gov. They will begin shipping Monday. From WashPo: The September revival of the free testing program is in line with the Biden administration’s
Covid vaccinations are now available at pharmacies around the state — why not try one of the independently owned operations like the Green Line Apothecary on North Main Street and treat yourself to a lime rickey while you are at it. The Green Line has the Pfizer shots and is accepting walk-ins. (Vaccine info at
We love Collier Point Park. This hidden gem offers fishing piers, boat launches, and benches on the boardwalk for enjoying this unique perspective of the city. A tower provides vistas up and down the bay and visitors were once able to walk right under the Iway over to the hurricane barrier, but since May, the
[Update 9.16.23. Big snafu for many people who had appointments today to get their Covid vaccine — it is not yet being covered by Medicare! So the very people who have been told to go to the front of the line, have to get out of the line altogether. Apparently you may pay for the
The CDC recommends an annual flu shot for everyone age 6 months and older. The good news this season is that the flu vaccine is a very good match. The bad news is that hospitals are seeing more children with serious symptoms. Pediatrician Melissa Stockwell informs us that the flu can be more serious for
Starting today people experiencing a mental health crisis have a new way to reach out for help; they can simply call or text the numbers 9-8-8. From 988lifeline.org: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or
The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Roosevelt Pond in Roger Williams Park in Providence . . . due to blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) blooms. More about blue-green algae at WPRI: People should avoid ingesting water or fish from these bodies
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order two sets of four free at-home tests. If you have already ordered your first set, order a second today. Mine were delivered in four or five days. Don’t know whether it’s the warm weather, daylight saving, or just the pent up party energy, but people seem
Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour before going to bed tonight. According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 13th at 2am. So, do we still need daylight saving time? Does yanking our schedule back and forth twice a year serve any practical purpose?
The Providence Children’s Museum is hosting vaccination clinics on Wednesdays, including this Wednesday. Get vaccinated and then play for free. Several more dates have been added. Facebook event. New dates for PCM’s vaccination clinic have opened up! We will be hosting more vaccination clinics for children ages 5-11 and boosters for 12+. Appointments are from
The state is running Covid testing sites around the state. Foot traffic was very light this morning at The Dunk, which will remain open today and Friday to walk-ins. (Hours are 8am – 6pm, both days). Appointment required. Meanwhile, a drive-through option is opening today, around the corner in the south parking garage of the