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  • Hepatitis, Viral

    … by a virus, but it can also be caused by heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications, and certain medical conditions. …

  • Rabies

    … Report animal bites or potential rabies exposures by using the Animal Bites Report Form and Rabies Testing …

  • Continuity Of Care

    … healthcare facility that provides direct patient care to use the Continuity of Care form that is appropriate for the … 2019, the following three updated forms are available for use. Continuity of Care Consultation and Referral Form : … referred to as the Short Form ) This form is to be used when a patient goes to a scheduled assessment, …

  • Childhood Falls Prevention: Information For Parents

    … Do not let your child jump on the bed or other furniture. Use a safety rail when your child is moving from a crib to a bed. If using bunk beds, use a safety rail on the top bunk Have your …

  • Social Media And Social Networking In Medical Practices

    … What healthcare providers should do Use separate personal and professional social networking sites. For example, use a personal rather than professional e-mail address for …

  • Medical Marijuana Information For Patients & Caregivers

    … Island residents with debilitating medical conditions to use marijuana if a physician certifies, in writing, that the … their symptoms and that the potential benefits of using medical marijuana would likely outweigh the health …

  • Food Slicers

    … Thoroughly wash, rinse and sanitize slicers: Before each use with different types of raw animal food such as beef, … working with raw foods and ready-to-eat foods Between uses with raw fruits and vegetables and with potentially … use at room temperatures (this time may be longer if used under refrigerated temperatures) Maintenance Slicers …

  • Tobacco Information For Healthcare Professionals

    … applying the  “5 As”  to screen for tobacco and nicotine use and to  refer patients to evidence-based addiction … to free nicotine addiction treatment services. People who use tobacco and nicotine products can receive free counseling … needed. What you should do Screen all patients for tobacco use using the "5 As" model and refer patients to …

  • Tuberculosis Molecular Diagnostic Testing Information For Healthcare Workers And Laboratorians

    … (TB) Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) is used at the Rhode Island State Health Laboratory (RISHL)? The … In January 2009, CDC published  Updated Guidelines for the Use of Nucleic Acid Amplification Tests in the Diagnosis of …