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John Fernandez Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, Lifespan

LPR News November 18, 2022

PROVIDENCE, RI – John Fernandez has been named the fourth president and chief executive officer of Lifespan, beginning in early 2023. Lifespan’s board of directors voted unanimously to approve Fernandez, who is currently president of Mass Eye and Ear and president of Mass General Brigham Integrated Care, both located in Boston, Massachusetts. Fernandez will succeed Timothy J. Babineau, MD, who stepped down […]Read More

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As Lyme Disease Rates Tick Up, Reed Congratulates LymeX Winners

LPR News November 15, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jack Reed says progress is being made – but more is needed — when it comes to diagnosing, treating, preventing, and finding a vaccine for Lyme disease, and other tick-borne illnesses. Senator Reed has delivered federal investments to help accelerate medical breakthroughs by prioritizing Lyme disease research. Today, Reed congratulated the […]Read More

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AAA HONORS RHODE ISLAND STATE POLICE LEADERS FOR OUTSTANDING TRAFFIC

LPR News November 15, 2022

In Photo L-R: Sgt. Wesley Pennington, Diana Gugliotta, Director of Public Affairs, AAA Northeast, Colonel Darnell Weaver, RI State Police Superintendent,Joanna Frageorgia, Public Affairs Specialist, AAA Northeast, Captain Kenneth Jones Providence, RI- AAA Northeast recognized two “Traffic Safety Heroes” from Rhode Island State Police for their outstanding efforts in 2022 through the annual AAA Northeast […]Read More

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Rep. Diaz presents Blue Light Award to Dr. Tracey Taveira,

LPR News November 15, 2022

STATE HOUSE — Rep. Grace Diaz (D – Dist. 11, Providence) marked World Diabetes Day today to spread awareness about the effects and prevention of diabetes. The event, which is hosted in cooperation with Healthcentric Advisors and other local partners, saw Representative Diaz presenting the Grace Diaz Blue Light Award. Every year the award is […]Read More

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2nd Annual ‘Red Scarves Across the River’ Event & Capitol

LPR News November 10, 2022

Providence, RI—In the more than 30 years since the founding of AIDS Project Rhode Island (APRI), the World Health Organization estimates that there are currently about 38,400,000 people living with HIV across the globe. To bring attention to the continued epidemic and remember those lost, APRI is hosting its 2nd Annual Red Scarves Across the River community art event in honor of World AIDS […]Read More

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ORGAN DONOR FROM PAWTUCKET TO BE HONORED ON THE 2023

LPR News November 10, 2022

HUSBAND OF JOSEPH KEENAN TO DECORATE FLORAL PORTRAIT AT PUBLIC EVENT MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1:30PM PAWTUCKET CITY HALL New England Donor Services is pleased to announce that a floral portrait of Rhode Island organ donor Joseph Keenan will be featured on this year’s Donate Life Tournament of Roses Parade float. Joseph died suddenly in 2018 […]Read More

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Governor McKee Pens Letter to Rhode Islanders Following Election Day

LPR News November 10, 2022

McKee thanks supporters, looks forward to work ahead PROVIDENCE – Today, Governor McKee released the following message to Rhode Islanders after voters chose to elect him to a full four-year term: Dear Rhode Islanders, I am deeply grateful to you for putting your faith in me to lead our state for the next […]Read More

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City Council Passes $10 Million COVID-19 Equities Program and Receives

LPR News November 10, 2022

COVID-19 Equites Program PROVIDENCE, RI – Tonight, at a special meeting of the Providence City Council, members approved the final passage of the $10 million COVID-19 Equities Program budget on a vote of 10 to 1, with 4 Council members absent. The $10 million budget is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and is a collaborative […]Read More

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Diabetes is Leading Cause of New Blindness in Adults; Many

LPR News November 10, 2022

New York, NY, November 9, 2022 — According to the 2022 National Diabetes Statistics Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 11% of the U.S. population (approximately 37.3 million people) has diabetes. The study also found that 38% of adults 18 and older in the U.S., some 96 million people, have prediabetes. Diabetes is […]Read More

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Providence Public Schools Offer First-Ever Additional Test Date, Transportation, and

LPR News November 7, 2022

PROVIDENCE, RI – For the first time, The Providence Public School District (PPSD) is offering a Classical High School entrance exam day field trip for Providence students who were unable to take the test in October. Also for the first time, the District is offering multilingual learners additional time to complete the exam, and is providing […]Read More

John Fernandez Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, Lifespan

As Lyme Disease Rates Tick Up, Reed Congratulates LymeX Winners

AAA HONORS RHODE ISLAND STATE POLICE LEADERS FOR OUTSTANDING TRAFFIC

Rep. Diaz presents Blue Light Award to Dr. Tracey Taveira,

2nd Annual ‘Red Scarves Across the River’ Event & Capitol

ORGAN DONOR FROM PAWTUCKET TO BE HONORED ON THE 2023

Governor McKee Pens Letter to Rhode Islanders Following Election Day

City Council Passes $10 Million COVID-19 Equities Program and Receives

Diabetes is Leading Cause of New Blindness in Adults; Many

Providence Public Schools Offer First-Ever Additional Test Date, Transportation, and

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