Stay Out Of Willow Lake In Roger Williams Park: State

Willow Lake is infected with dangerous algae, the state warned.

Rabid Raccoon Turns Up In Providence: State

The raccoon was found in the area odf Hope Street, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.

'Potentially Rabid Bat' Spotted At Roger Williams Park Zoo: Health Department

The bat was in the zoo's water play area, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.

Stay Out Of These 2 Roger Williams Park Lakes, State Says

The lakes are infected with dangerous algae, the state warned.

Rhode Island's 1st 2026 West Nile Case Detected In Providence

The virus was found in a mosquito sample, according to the departments of environmental management and health.

Rabid Raccoon Turns Up In Providence

A second raccoon showing signs of rabies is undergoing testing.

Avian Flu Confirmed At Providence Live Poultry Market: State

Nearly asymptomatic 450 birds were killed in an effort to stop the spread of the virus, environmental management revealed.

Providence Massage Spa Owner Charged With Selling Sexual Favors Loses License

The woman's massage license was summarily suspended by the state pending an investigation.

Providence Overdose Spike Alert

Providence has the highest overdose rate in the state, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.

Providence Social Worker Surrenders License After 'Sexual Activities,' Sex Messages With Ex-Patient: RIDOH

The social worker sent her former patient "hundreds of electronic communications" and expressed her "sexual feelings," RIDOH said.

Rabid Bat Flaps Its Way Into Providence: State

The bat was "acting erratically," according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.

Roger Williams Park Ponds Infected With Harmful Algae

Ingesting the algae can cause nervous system and liver damage.

Anchor Medical Out Of Business

The health care provider closed Monday.

Butler Hospital Hiring Temporary Workers With Strike On The Horizon

More than 800 frontline workers at Providence's psychiatric hospital are expected to go on strike next week.

These Are The Safest Rhode Island Hospitals, New Report Says

Healthgrades’ 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognize 442 hospitals in 40 states, representing the top 10 percent of U.S. hospitals.

1 RI Hospital In Top 5% Nationwide, Report Says

Healthgrades evaluated clinical performance for about 4,500 hospitals across more than 30 common procedures and conditions.

Norovirus Cases Are Surging, CDC Says: What To Know In RI

Federal health officials say 91 outbreaks have been reported across the United States — and that number is likely low.

The Miriam Hospital In Providence Getting Key Upgrades

Construction at the hospital will focus on upgrading the emergency department and inpatient units.

Hospital In RI Nationally Recognized For Excellence At Spine Center

Earning the "Gold Seal" from the Joint Commission recognizes a hospital's commitment to providing safe, quality patient care.

RI Hospital Has Power Outage, Running On Backup Power: Reports

Emergency room patients are being sent to other local hospitals because of the power outage.

1 RI Hospital Among Best In U.S., New Ranking Says

This hospital in Rhode Island received a high-performing grade in 10 categories, including heart attack, stroke, and hip replacements.

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1 RI Hospital Ranked Among Best In World: Newsweek

The researchers evaluated 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries, including the United States, Europe, Australia, 10 Asian countries, and more.

1 RI Hospital Ranked Among Best 250 In The Country

Healthgrades evaluated 4,500 hospitals across more than 30 common procedures and conditions to determine the best 250 in the U.S.

Rhode Island Hospital Gets $12 Million Grant To Address Opioid Crisis

The hospital works in partnership with Brown University and The Miriam Hospital in Providence on research addressing opioid addiction.

Construction Starts On New Short Stay Units At Butler Hospital

The 25-bed short stay unit will allow patients with mental health needs to get help at the new facility instead of crowded emergency rooms.

How Rhode Island's Carbon Emissions Compare To Other States

Adjusting for population, Rhode Island is the 10th lowest per capita output among states.

1 Rhode Island Hospital Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News Ranking

This hospital received high marks for orthopedics, diabetes, heart failure, colon cancer, heart attack, hip replacement, and more.

2 RI Facilities Ranked Among America’s Best Maternity Hospitals

Find out the best places in Rhode Island to have your baby.

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How The Doctor Shortage Crisis In Rhode Island Compares To Other States

Other than a low supply of doctors, lack of health insurance can be another barrier to accessing care.

COVID-19 Testing Kiosk Now Operating At Providence's Kennedy Plaza

The PCR tests are available thanks to a new partnership between the city and Curative, a COVID-19 testing company.

RI Mosquitoes Positive For West Nile Virus: What To Know

The first traces of West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis were found in Rhode Island mosquitoes collected on Aug. 9.

RI Gets More Monkeypox Vaccine Doses, Schedules Providence Clinics

Gov. Dan McKee announced an expansion to the state's vaccination effort, as well as two vaccination sites in the city this week.

1 Rhode Island Hospital Among America's Best: Money

Digital platform Money collaborated with The Leapfrog Group to compile its inaugural Best Hospitals In America list.

Gaining Inspiration From Tragedy

“I watched my dad go from completely bed- and wheelchair-bound to returning to full mobility thanks to physical therapy,” said Pablo.

Wyatt To Give Detainees Opioid Use Treatment

An investigation found the Central Falls, RI, detention center was in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Blood Emergency Declared In Rhode Island

As of Monday, the state's overall blood supply is down to enough for two to three days, a Rhode Island Blood Center spokesperson said.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Providence Area

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Providence County and across RI.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Providence Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Providence County.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.