Rhode Island Department of Health

Our mission is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of Rhode Islanders. Social media comment policy:

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Together, we’re building healthier communities for today and for future generations. Celebrate National Public Health Week with us by getting to know the people who work behind the scenes to create a better state of healthy. Read their stories: https://t.co/4kjvANVtkI #NPHW

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Padres de Rhode Island: ¿Su bebé recibió un resultado positivo durante la prueba al recién nacido? Únase a nuestro Panel de Padres y Cuidadores para compartir sus experiencias con el Programa de Pruebas al Recién Nacido. ¡Su voz importa! Comuníquese con el RIDOH al 401-222-5960 para obtener más información.

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Rhode Island is expecting high temperatures June 4-6. If you're outside, take breaks, seek shade, and drink water. Check on your family and friends. Learn about heat-related illness and how to avoid it at https://t.co/VgNG601atn.

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

RI Parents: Did your baby receive a positive result during newborn screening? We want to hear from you! Join our Parent and Caregiver Panel to share your experiences with the Newborn Screening Program and build connections with other parents. Your voice matters! Contact RIDOH at 401-222-5960 to learn more.

[RI BHDDH @RIBHDDH]

Remember to store all your medications, both over the counter and prescriptions, in a secure place to protect your loved ones and visitors.
#RIPrevention #StaySafe

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

📢 Westerly community members! This month, 3 "Neighborhood Talks" on affordable housing development will be held near you. People with lived experience, diverse perspectives, or an interest in local housing issues are encouraged to participate. Learn more and register for an upcoming conversation today: https://t.co/gaULiNPcov

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Great question. Travelers in the program report on any symptoms daily (even mild symptoms). We have clinical staff who assess those reports each day. If anything indicates to our clinical staff that a person should limit contact with others, we take those next steps with the traveler.

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

RECALL ALERT!  Champion Foods LLC is recalling its Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread (“5 Cheese Bread”) due to potential contamination with Salmonella. Learn more from @FDArecalls at https://t.co/sW53VnO4vy

[RI BHDDH @RIBHDDH]

Share the number. Spread the word. Add the #988Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. https://t.co/m1ViGrUAaA

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Symptom monitoring occurs daily. The system is intended to identify any symptoms as soon as they develop (if they develop). Special isolation measures would be taken to treat someone who is symptomatic and who had a history of recent travel to a country with active Ebola transmission.
The Ebola risk to the general public in RI remains very low. No cases of Ebola have been identified in the United States.
Ebola does not spread through the air. A person cannot get Ebola from simply being near someone or passing them in public spaces. (Ebola spreads through contact with the body fluids of a person who is actively symptomatic with Ebola, or who has died from Ebola.)

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Men are often taught to “push through” stress, anxiety, and depression alone. Real strength is reaching out and supporting each other. This Men’s Health Month, let’s normalize conversations about mental health. Learn more at https://t.co/rAP4u9CAgN #MensHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Recall:  Bazzini, LLC is recalling SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites due to the possible presence of an undeclared peanut allergen. Learn more from @FDArecalls at https://t.co/TuQXHrgbph

[Project Firstline RI @RI_Firstline]

Rescheduled! Preventing Sepsis Part 2: Core Elements of a Sepsis Program live refresher has been rescheduled to Monday, June 15, 2026 at 12-1 p.m. ET. https://t.co/PsA2urDFxI.

[Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management @RhodeIslandDEM]

📢 The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program season begins June 1 and will provide eligible seniors with $50 benefit cards to buy fresh, local RI Grown food 🍅 .

Apply to receive your card through your local senior center or nutrition program.

https://t.co/rqAdN98drI

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care. https://t.co/KQ395twDCA #MHAM2026 #SeeThePerson #WholePersonCare @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Mental Health Awareness Month is just the beginning. Keep checking in. Keep learning. Keep showing up for yourself and for others. Find tools and support anytime at https://t.co/rysMz0jwMp. #MentalHealthAwareness #KeepGoing #YouAreNotAlone

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Press Release: RIDOH recommends closing the swimming area at Easton’s Beach in Newport due to high bacteria counts. Full release: https://t.co/TSeMamGA09 Stay up to date with Beach Advisories here: https://t.co/wZsXjmfAaz

[Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management @RhodeIslandDEM]

@RIHEALTH and DEM are advising people to avoid contact with Worden Pond in South Kingstown due to harmful algae blooms (HABs).

📌 More information: https://t.co/jWvQ76HNAQ

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Press Release: RIDOH Implements Monitoring System for Travelers from Ebola-Impacted Countries;
The risk to the general public in Rhode Island remains very low. Read the full press release here: https://t.co/nC3jEesbsf

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

Recall: Total Nutrition Inc. is recalling TNVitamins Ultra Potent Complete Green Superfood and Doctor’s Pride Complete Green Superfood Ultra Potent Moringa Capsules due to potential Salmonella contamination @FDArecalls

[Rhode Island Department of Health @RIHEALTH]

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