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Focused Ultrasound: A Gift for Two

Rita, who found relief from essential tremor through focused ultrasound, now advocates for others to seek treatment without delay.

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Hasbro Children’s Named to Newsweek’s List of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals 2025

“Hasbro Children’s is honored to be recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals for the outstanding work and high-quality care provided to our patients every day,” said Sarah Frost, chief of hospital operations and president of Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children’s Hospital. 

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Newport Hospital Names Community Advisory Panel Members to Help Shape Future of Birthing Center

Newport Hospital has named the members of the Community Advisory Panel (CAP) who will assist in evaluating the future of the Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center.

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Morton Hospital Earns Health Equity Certification from The Joint Commission

Morton Hospital has successfully earned The Joint Commission’s Health Care Equity Certification following a survey of its programs and services on November 12. “It’s an honor and privilege to care for our community every day, and I’m incredibly proud of our caregiver team for demonstrating their dedication to providing exceptional care when our patients need it most,” said Morton Hospital President and VP of Finance Heidi Taylor.

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Unified Care, Stronger Support: New Adult Partial Hospital Program

The adult programs at Newport and Rhode Island hospitals have united to form the Brown University Health Partial Hospital Program, offering 100% virtual intensive mental healthcare for adults across Southeastern New England

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Brown University Health's Workforce Solutions, Training and Teamwork (STAT) program offers free education to become certified for entry-level healthcare positions.  Start today!

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Our research strives to improve patient care in our community, in our region, and throughout the world. Learn more about our programs and current clinical trials.

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Brown University Health Community Health Institute

Brown University Health Community Health Institute (CHI) is your source for better health in Rhode Island and its surrounding communities. Programs are often offered free or at a reduced cost to the community.

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School Shootings and Community Gun Violence: What to Say to Children and How to Help Them Cope 

Margaret R. Paccione-Dyszlewski, PhD
December 17, 2025

Download this page in Spanish (PDF) School shootings and gun violence have become a horrible reality in our country...

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The Truth about Fad Diets and How to Build Healthy, Sustainable Habits

Andrew R. Luhrs, MD
December 16, 2025
Every year, new diet trends promise rapid weight loss, detoxification, or a “miracle” fix to health problems. From juice...
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Snowblower Safety: Preventing Winter Injuries

Lynne Benavides, OTR/L, CHT
December 11, 2025
Snowblowers are useful machines, especially during the harsh winter months when snow piles up quickly, covering...

Toy Safety: Tips to Gifting Child-safe Toys at the Holidays and All Year

Stephanie Ruest, MD, MPH
December 9, 2025
No matter the occasion or time of year, children look forward to receiving toys as gifts. But there are some things to...
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Understanding the Different Types of ADHD: What Parents Should Know

Brian Coyne Kavanaugh, PsyD
December 2, 2025
If your child has trouble focusing, sitting still, or controlling impulses, you may wonder whether it could be attention...
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Interval Walking: Health Benefits of the "Japanese Walking Method"

Brown University Health Blog Team
November 25, 2025
One of the latest exercise trends is known as the Japanese Walking Method and some studies show that it can have...

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Understanding the Health of LGBTQ Older Adults
Join Brown University Health Community Health Institute on Tuesday, January 13 for a free, Zoom presentation from 12 to 1 p.m. to gain insight into the health of the older LGBTQ community, barriers to...
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Join Morton Hospital for this free virtual weight loss information session and support group. Learn about medical and surgical weight loss options available at Morton Hospital and receive education...
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Join Morton Hospital for this free virtual weight loss information session and support group. Learn about medical and surgical weight loss options available at Morton Hospital and receive education...