Turning Local Impact Into Global Headlines
Turning Local Impact Into Global Headlines
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A First Of Its Kind, R.I. Launches SNAP Program That Provides Extra Benefits For Fruits, Vegetables
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Continuing period of strategic growth, Rhode Island Public Health Institute expands senior leadership team
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Rhode Island public health expert Amy Nunn on how the Trump administration is changing the health landscape
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If thousands of Rhode Islanders lose SNAP benefits, they will also lose access to a local healthy eating program
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The new hepatitis B vaccine advisory shouldn’t prevent you from getting the shots
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Trump slashed spending on clinical trials. The toll is starting to become clear.
States Newsroom
Rhode Islanders are slow to get the COVID-19 shot this year. Are federal guidelines to blame?
The Boston Globe
Follow the science about gender identity, not the campaign against people who are transgender
The Boston Globe
Canceled HIV research in R.I. is reinstated, but fears persist about DEI crackdown
Rhode Island Current
Hold the fries. Forgo the soda. R.I. kids’ menus could get a tad healthier under proposed bill.
NBC News
Trump administration axes more than $125M in LGBTQ health funding, upending research field
Boston Globe
Potential Medicaid cuts raise alarm for states: ‘What do Trump and the Republicans think will happen to these people?’
NBC News
Appeals court finds ‘Obamacare’ pillar unconstitutional in suit over HIV-prevention drug
Rhode Island Current
RI General Assembly passes legislation to help expedite access to HIV prevention meds
Steve Ahlquist
Foods Not Fads: Making Healthy School Meals For All Permanent Is Key To Improving Public Education Outcomes
Rhode Island Monthly
5 Rhode Island LGBTQ+ Organizations To Support Through Pride & Beyond
Continuing period of strategic growth, Rhode Island Public Health Institute expands senior leadership team
Ocean State Media: Ian Donnis Watch here
Rhode Island public health expert Amy Nunn on how the Trump administration is changing the health landscape
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June/July Newsletter 2025
As we move through the heart of summer, we’re celebrating the momentum, milestones, and mission-driven work that continue to shape our impact at the Rhode Island Public Health Institute. From showing up loud and proud during Pride Month to making real strides in HIV prevention and advocating for evidence-based care, the past few months have reminded us why we do this work and just how far we’ve come together.
Op-Ed: Public health runs on two-way trust. It’s breaking down
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