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Department Of Health

Monday, February 4, 2013

Flu Levels Subsiding, But Vaccines Still Important

The early spike in flu cases may not be the last one, and officials still recommend getting a flu shot.

As influenza illness levels begin to subside across the state, the Rhode Island Department of HEALTH reminds all Rhode Islanders that it is not too late to be vaccinated against influenza. “Although we saw an early spike in influenza cases this flu season, it is important to note that we could see the number of influenza cases rise again before the flu season officially ends in May,” said Michael Fine, M.D., director of HEALTH, adding that Rhode Island has seen 769 hospitalizations since the department began tracking confirmed influenza cases on Oct. 1, 2012. That number reflects a higher total number of hospitalizations for influenza than initially reported, as HEALTH’s staff has re-evaluated data reported by the state’s hospitals. “Our …

Monday, November 26, 2012

Department of Health Actions: Oct. 16 to Nov. 26, 2012

The following reports are based on documents released by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

The Rhode Island Department of Health has announced the following disciplinary actions. For more information, see the attached PDFs, or visit their web site. Want to be notified when we post new police reports or health suspensions? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Department of Health Actions: September 28 to October 15, 2012

The following reports are based on documents released by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

The Rhode Island Department of Health has announced the following disciplinary actions. For more information, see the attached PDFs, or visit their web site. Want to be notified when we post new police reports or health suspensions? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Department of Health Actions: July 27 to September 27, 2012

The following reports are based on documents released by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

The Rhode Island Department of Health has announced the following disciplinary actions from its Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline. For more information, see the attached PDFs, or visit their web site. Want to be notified when we post new police reports or health suspensions? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Department of Health Actions: July 10 to July 26, 2012

The following reports are based on documents released by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

The Rhode Island Department of Health has announced the following disciplinary actions. For more information, see the attached PDFs, or visit their web site. Want to be notified when we post new police reports or health suspensions? Click the “keep me posted!” button below.

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