The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) announces today that ground black pepper samples from an open container at Daniele Inc. has tested positive for salmonella. Further lab testing also shows that the ground pepper contains the same strain of salmonella that is associated with a national...
The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) warns consumers not to use a folk remedy designed to relieve the symptoms of morning sickness. This product is called by several names including “Nzu”, “Poto” or “Calabash Chalk”. These products may be sold as a large pellet or in bulk and...
With the passage of Rhode Island House Bill #5607 and Senate Bill 408aa, it will be more difficult for tobacco vendors to skirt the law. This bill prevents any tobacco vendor who has an outstanding fine from getting a new license for the same location before the fine is paid. The bill also...
The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) advises consumers that there is currently a national investigation of a salmonella outbreak possibly linked to salame products manufactured by Daniele, Inc. As a result of this investigation, Daniele Inc. has decided to voluntarily recall all of their...
Today, the Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) presented Pawtucket Mayor James Doyle with a Community Partnership Award. This award is presented to individuals or groups in Rhode Island whose contributions are exceptional and support the mission of HEALTH.
Mayor Doyle was an early...
Today, the Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) presented Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) with a Community Partnership Award. This award is presented to individuals or groups in Rhode Island whose contributions are exceptional and support the mission of HEALTH.
Early last...
The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) is urging employers to offer additional H1N1 vaccination opportunities for Rhode Islanders in the coming weeks. The Department has set a goal of vaccinating 500,000 Rhode Islanders by Valentine’s Day (February 14, 2010).
“This week is National...
The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) advises consumers that Heluva Good 8-ounce plastic cup containers of Cold Pack Cheese Food may be contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis. This bacteria can cause serious illness and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the...
In the fight against obesity, it’s about little steps adding up to big successes. Take the stairs instead of using the elevator. Choose the low-fat option on the menu. In our communities, it means promoting walking and biking instead of taking the bus or driving.
The Rhode Island Department...
The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) is working to increase the availability of H1N1 vaccine in the state’s nursing home facilities beginning this week and continuing throughout the month of January.
While people age 65 and older were not initially prioritized by the Centers for...
