Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCommunity-Led International Overdose Awareness Day Efforts Fuel Action to Save Lives
International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31. It’s a time to honor the lives lost to overdose, support families and people we care about who con…
11 hours ago
Was It Something I Ate? Avoiding Cyclosporiasis and Other Foodborne Illnesses
As the national cyclosporiasis foodborne outbreak continues to grow, so do questions and concerns. In this episode, Dr. Brendalee Viveiros, Chief of …
4 weeks ago
Don't Touch Raccoons...and Other Rabies Prevention Tips
Rhode Islanders have been hearing frequent news reports about animals testing positive for rabies in heavily populated areas. While we are seeing an …
1 month, 1 week ago
Preparing the Workforce for a Healthy Rhode Island
Rhode Island’s healthcare shortage, workforce gaps, and other challenges affect access to care for all who live here. But a movement has been underwa…
2 months ago
Keep Calm and Carry On: How States and People Can be Prepared for Biothreats
Viruses like Ebola, hantavirus, and measles are common in today’s news, and can be a cause for concern, especially during large events like the FIFA …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
More Than Just Swimming Lessons: Everyone Plays a Role in Water Safety
Drowning is a leading cause of death in childhood, especially for children age 1 to 4. But prevention measures are needed at all ages. In this episod…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Preventing Gun Violence: What Does the Evidence Show?
In this episode, Yale School of Public Health’s Dean, Dr. Megan Ranney, talks about what the data show and what can potentially be done to address gu…
3 months, 1 week ago
Lights, Camera, ACTION: New Film Aims to Improve Care
A new, independent film coming to Rhode Island this weekend. The Chaplain and the Doctor follows ICU physician, palliative care doctor, and filmmaker…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
The Blunt Truth About Cannabis-Impaired Driving
When Rhode Island voted to legalize cannabis use for adults in 2022, it signaled a shift in public attitudes toward the drug. But as cannabis becomes…
4 months, 1 week ago
Beyond What the Eye Can See: The Problems With Microplastics
They're in our air, our water, and even our bodies! Microplastics are tiny - even microscopic - but their impact on our health and our environment is…
4 months, 3 weeks ago