Lifespan’s Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center Tackles Racism to Support Patients
‘The disease primarily affects Black people.’ Although he is only 25 years old, Jude Amoako has been hospitalized more...
John Howell, newspaper man
Stacks of yellowing newspapers cover every available surface in this storefront painted a light shade of blue. Boxes of...
The increase in female representation in the literary world
New books and TV series help break gender stereotypes and empower women Coinciding with the rise of “booktok,” a...
R.I. Colleges react to Supreme Court ruling on Affirmative Action
‘A diverse and inclusive society is critical for the success of Rhode Island and our nation,’ says Salve President...
Obesity is impairing Rhode Island youth
Experts examine root causes and propose measures to improve health Just like hunger, obesity disproportionately impacts children of color...
RI Youth Theatre Keeps Raising The Curtain For Young People
Founder Ann O’Grady is now 73, but has no plans to retire This story originally was published in the...
The system of care for people living with Alzheimer’s and their families is ‘broken’
Former State Treasurer and Lt. Gov. Roger N. Begin: ‘Only when policymakers feel the impact of this broken system...
A beloved father, brother and grandfather is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.
As the incurable disease moves him toward inevitable death, the stress on him and his devoted family becomes overwhelming....
Rhode Island homeless welcome new home in Warwick motel
Few incidents reported as residents settle in This story originally was published in the Warwick Beacon, a publication partner...
The Power of Lived Experience: Why Peer Support Is Essential for Recovery
‘We want people to know that they don’t have to be alone in their mental health challenges.’ Jeremiah Rainville,...
Body image issues affect many, adolescent girls and adult women especially
But experts say interventions can be successful in treating the anxiety, depression, eating disorders and other mental health conditions...
A crisis in Rhode Island day care
Incremental steps help, but more is needed to fix ‘broken system’ The state of Rhode Island has seen a...
How new FDA blood donation regulations affect Rhode Island
Changes end what some considered discrimination against gay and bisexual men On May 11, the United States Food and...