Babies sleep at night, not all night. Each time baby wakes, return them to their crib. Learn more at health.ri.gov/safesleep. #SIDSAwarenessMonth
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This month, our RIEMA External Affairs and Preparedness Team partnered with the Pawtucket and Scituate Senior Centers to host Preparedness BINGO! 🎉
Between rounds of BINGO, representatives from our partner agencies, including @RIHEALTH , @liveunitedri, the @HealthyAgingRI, @RIRedCross , @femaregion1, and @RIPTA_RI , shared valuable information with seniors about emergency preparedness, available resources, and how to plan for their individual needs during an emergency.
We’re grateful to our partners and participating senior centers for helping us make preparedness engaging, accessible, and fun for our communities!
Recall alert! Kayem Foods Inc. is recalling ready-to-eat meat and poultry products because they may have experienced temperature abuse during storage Learn more from @USDAFoodSafety at tinyurl.com/22f787mu

ALT A graphic shows three images of hot dog products made by the Kayem Foods Inc. company. Text reads: Recall Alert! Kayem Foods Inc. is recalling ready-to-eat meat and poultry products because they may have experienced temperature abuse during storage. Affected products bear establishment numbers “EST. M/P 7839,” “EST. P 20935A” and “EST. M 9520” inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Rhode Island Department of Health retweeted
VETERANS — Join us next week at American Legion Post 88 in Burrillville for Veterans Cafe! Come enjoy a good meal with great company and get access to resources you earned through your service!
- 111 Chapel Street Burrillville, RI
- Wednesday, 10/21
- 11:00am-1:00pm
Just as leaves change colors, our emotions can shift too. If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, lonely, or stressed, know that support is available. Reaching out is a sign of strength. Visit PreventSuicideRI.org to explore local mental health and suicide prevention resources. #MentalHealthMatters #SeekSupport
Cooler weather invites us to slow down and reconnect. This fall, make time for meaningful conversations. Asking "How are you really doing?" could make a bigger difference than you realize. For local mental health and suicide prevention materials, visit PreventSuicideRI.org for local mental health and suicide prevention resources. #MentalHealthMatters #FallConnections
This month’s Overdose Task Force meeting highlighted some of the important work happening across our state, including:
➡️ Overdose Fatality Data
➡️ RI Student Assistance Programming
➡️ Federal Changes Affecting RI Medicaid
Listen & view the slides: preventoverdoseri.org/presen…
Rhode Island Department of Health retweeted
Make getting tested for #HIV part of your routine health care. Get tested today to know your status!
Haz que la prueba del #VIH sea parte de tu cuidado habitual de la salud. ¡Hazte la prueba hoy para saber si tienes o no el VIH! #NLAAD #PrevencionVIH ow.ly/BaFb50ZXJeu
Earlier today, @GovDanMcKee joined RIDOH Director Jerry Larkin, MD and other health leaders to get their flu and COVID-19 shots, and to remind Rhode Islanders about the importance of getting vaccinated. During the 2025-2026 flu season, there were 861 hospitalizations and 54 deaths in RI linked to flu, while COVID-19 caused 679 hospitalizations and 31 deaths. RIDOH thanks our partners for helping to get this important message out today. Read our press release: tinyurl.com/mvts57mv. Find a community clinic near you: health.ri.gov/vaccine-clinic…

ALT Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Health Director Jerry Larkin, MD, Dr. Scott Rivkees, President of the Rhode Island Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and Jessica Gawrys, PA-C, ATC, a Physician Assistant at WellOne’s Foster, RI medical office stand together in a group photo. Dr. Larkin is holding an award certificate.
Room share, don't bed share. Keep baby close in their own crib or bassinet next to your bed. Learn more at health.ri.gov/safesleep.
Rhode Island Department of Health retweeted
As temperatures drop and the leaves begin to change, take a few minutes to prepare your home for fall. Clean leaves and debris from gutters and drains, check outdoor lighting, have your heating system inspected, and test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Keep walkways clear of leaves and other hazards, and make sure your emergency kit is stocked and ready for the season. A little fall maintenance can help prevent bigger problems later. 🍂
Thank you Babara Morse for helping to get the word out about the importance of getting vaccinated against flu now and other prevention strategies to stay healthy and safe in the coming weeks and months ahead! Rhode Islanders can get vaccinated against flu and other respiratory viruses through doctors' offices, pharmacies, or hundreds of clinics throughout the state with no out-of-pocket costs and no insurance required. Find vaccination options near you at: health.ri.gov/immunization#v…
Doctors recommend vaccination as seasonal viruses make an early appearance
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The QuitLogix® app by QuitNowRI is the newest way that Rhode Islanders can get FREE help quitting tobacco and nicotine products. Visit QuitNowRI.com to learn about all the different ways you or a loved one can get customized support to quit for good.
Did you know October is Down Syndrome Awareness month? Each year about 1 in every 700 babies is born with Down Syndrome. Learn more from the CDC. cdc.gov/birth-defects/about/…
¿Sabías que puedes manejar tus beneficios de Medicaid en línea? Usa el Portal del Cliente de HealthyRhode o la app móvil de HealthyRhode para actualizar tu cuenta, enviar los documentos solicitados y más. Aprende cómo: staycovered.ri.gov/Healthy-R…
Did you know you can manage your Medicaid benefits online? Use the HealthyRhode Customer Portal or the HealthyRhode mobile app to update your account, submit requested documents, and more. Learn how: staycovered.ri.gov/Healthy-R…
Make sure your house isn’t being haunted by carbon monoxide! Install a carbon monoxide (CO) detector and check the batteries regularly. Keep all generators or gasoline powered engines at least 20 feet from any door, window, or vent. For more info, visit health.ri.gov/carbon-monoxid…
Save the date! National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay is happening Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free event is for communities to safely dispose of expired and unneeded prescription and over-the-counter medications. Find a Rhode Island collection site near you: tinyurl.com/v4etdvxn @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS
Today and every day, let's promote understanding, encourage help-seeking, and support mental well-being in our communities. Mental health is an essential part of overall health.
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⚠️ RIDOH and DEM recommend avoiding contact with Lake Washington in Glocester due to harmful algal blooms (HABs) caused by blue-green algae (cyanobacteria).
📌 More information: dem.ri.gov/press-releases/ri…


























