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State of Rhode Island Department of Health

Measles Spreads Quickly — Measles Spreads Quickly

Learn how to prevent and spot measles

soccer ball — Protecting Public Health in Rhode Island During the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Resources to help partners protect public health this summer

Pregnancy — Are you expecting?

Talk to your doctor about vaccines to keep you and your growing family healthy

First Aid Naloxone — Carry Naloxone. You Can Save a Life.

Request naloxone mailed to your home at no cost

May is American Stroke Awareness Month — May is American Stroke Awareness Month

RIDOH’s Healthy Heart program helps adults with hypertension to manage their blood pressure better

RIDOH - Phana Tum — Meet Our People

We're here to create a better state of healthy

tick on leaf — Be Tick Free, Rhode Island

Repel. Check. Remove.

child wearing life jacket on boat — May is National Water Safety Month

Drowning happens fast. Stay safe around water.

RIDOH News

News

05/29/26 01:30 pm

Ebola Media Statement from RIDOH

05/29/26 01:15 pm

RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Worden Pond

05/23/26 09:45 am

Stray Cat in Burrillville Tests Positive for Rabies

Renew Your License

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Find A Disciplinary Action

Find A Disciplinary Action

Meet the people who create a better state of healthy

Meet the people who create a better state of healthy

Vital Records

File A Complaint

File A Complaint

Soccer ball on field

Protecting public health during Summer 2026

Public Notices provided by the Rhode Island Department of Health

Drinking Water Quality News

Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund News

Public Drinking Water Notices

Beach Advisories

RIDOH Recommends closing the swimming area at Easton’s Beach

Date Posted: 05/29/2026 - 15:13

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing the swimming area at Easton’s Beach in Newport due to high bacteria counts.

ADA Compliance

Click here for ADA Contact, Complaint Form, Grievance Procedure

Regulatory News

Lead Safe Work Practices (216-RICR-50-15-12) and Lead Inspections (216-RICR-50-15-5)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Healthy Environment Regulations

Administration of Anesthetic Agents for Sedation (216-RICR-40-05-37)

Thursday, April 16, 2026

https://rules.sos.ri.gov/Promulgations/part/216-40-05-37

Licensing of Hospitals (216-RICR-40-10-4)

Friday, April 10, 2026

https://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/Part/216-40-10-4

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