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Our mission is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of Rhode Islanders. Social media comment policy: https://xitter.cf/t.co/oalR0Qd7xa

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Feeling sleepy while holding your baby? Put baby down in their own crib or bassinet. Learn more at health.ri.gov/safesleep. #SIDSAwarenessMonth
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Meet Brad! Brad is an athlete who needed surgery to help him stay healthy. When Brad’s doctors told him to quit smoking, he did not think twice. He quit after 25 years of smoking cigarettes. It's never too late to get FREE help with quitting tobacco and nicotine products. Visit QuitNowRI.com to learn more. (Image source: NACDD).
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Today! National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay collection sites are open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 50+ locations across RI, where you can safely dispose of expired or unused prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Find a collection site near you tinyurl.com/v4etdvxn @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS
An image of a prescription medication bottle with red and blue capsules spilling out. Text reads: DEA National RX Take Back Saturday, October 24 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. DEATakeBack.com

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Did you know October is Down Syndrome Awareness month? Babies born with Down Syndrome Babies can receive help from early childhood Services like Early Intervention (EI). Click here for more info on EI services in RI: bit.ly/RI_EI
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A skunk in Smithfield and a raccoon in Providence have tested positive for #rabies. Learn more about the latest cases and how to keep yourself and your pets safe: health.ri.gov/news
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Is there something creepy in the air? Make sure your house isn’t haunted by radon! More information about radon is available at health.ri.gov/radon
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Feeding at night? Set an alarm in case you doze off. Then move baby back to their crib. Learn more at health.ri.gov/safesleep.
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You can take steps to lower your risk of alcohol-related harms. The less alcohol you drink, the lower your risk for these health effects, including several types of cancer. Learn more about alcohol use and your health: tinyurl.com/2jf6zesn @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS
A graphic illustration of a bottle duping out some liquid and text reads: Alcohol increases the risk of several types of cancer: Throat cancer; colon cancer; breast cancer (in women); liver cancer and more...

ALT A graphic illustration of a bottle duping out some liquid and text reads: Alcohol increases the risk of several types of cancer: Throat cancer; colon cancer; breast cancer (in women); liver cancer and more...

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RIDOH is alerting the public that a skunk in the Blackinton Drive area of Glocester tested positive for rabies this week. A dog that had an exposure to this skunk was treated for rabies. There were no known human exposures to this skunk. Read today's press release for more information and prevention steps: health.ri.gov/press-releases…
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Dispose of your expired or unneeded prescription or over-the-counter medications, no questions asked. National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay is Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.  Find a Rhode Island collection site in your community: tinyurl.com/v4etdvxn
An image of a prescription medication bottle with red and blue capsules spilling out. Text reads: DEA National RX Take Back Saturday, October 24 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. DEATakeBack.com

ALT An image of a prescription medication bottle with red and blue capsules spilling out. Text reads: DEA National RX Take Back Saturday, October 24 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. DEATakeBack.com

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Secondhand smoke can travel between rooms through stairwells, hallways, air ducts, and tiny cracks in floors, doors, and walls. Make your home 100% smokefree so it’s less frightening for your family, guests, and neighbors. QuitNowRI can help you quit smoking for good. Learn more at QuitNowRI.com!
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Rhode Island Department of Health retweeted
RI BHDDH@RIBHDDHOct 22
Not sure what number to call in an emergency? Here's a quick guide.
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When disaster strikes, will you be ready? Knowing the emergency resources available in your community can make all the difference in when a disaster strikes. More information about preparedness is available at our website: tinyurl.com/3b7u8jnd
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Rhode Island Department of Health retweeted
RI BHDDH@RIBHDDHOct 21
National Drug Take Back Day is this Sat., Oct. 24th, 10AM to 2PM. Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, It's free, anonymous, and confidential. Disposal sites are listed here: buff.ly/Uhwmv2j
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Know someone who has made a positive impact on diabetes prevention in Rhode Island? The RI World Diabetes Day Committee seeks nominations for the 2026 Grace Diaz Blue Light Award. Individuals and organizations are eligible; see award criteria and complete the nomination form at riwdd.org. Deadline is Oct. 23!
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RIDOH is a proud sponsor and exhibitor at this year’s annual RI Healthy Schools Coalition breakfast conference, happening today at the Crowne Plaza, Warwick! To support healthy schools and communities, RIDOH staff is sharing resources about immunization, adolescent health, concussion injury prevention, suicide prevention, quit support for tobacco and nicotine use, and other topics. Are you seeking similar resources for your community or school? Visit RIDOH’s website to get started: health.ri.gov/toolkits
RIDOH staff speaks with conference goers while standing behind a resource table at today's conference.

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RIDOH staff speaks with conference goers while standing behind a resource table at today's conference.

ALT RIDOH staff speaks with conference goers while standing behind a resource table at today's conference.

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Did you know that you can get FREE posters, flyers, postcards, and signs to encourage people to live tobacco- and nicotine-free? Help us spread the word about the health risks of tobacco and nicotine products and promote free services that can help Rhode Islanders quit. You can browse and order FREE materials to share with your organization, school, and community spaces: tinyurl.com/t9evzdpm
Collection of thumbnails of various tobacco use education materials available to order for free.

ALT Collection of thumbnails of various tobacco use education materials available to order for free.

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El trastorno por consumo de opioides es una enfermedad crónica y tratable, y la recuperación es posible con el apoyo adecuado. Dé el primer paso hacia el tratamiento. Aprende más: preventoverdoseri.org/es/get… @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS
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