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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island announces nonprofits

Organized teams of BCBSRI employees will spend the workday volunteering for 14 nonprofits across the state in support of a wide range of community projects PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has announced the nonprofit organizations that will benefit from Blue across Rhode Island, the company’s signature day of service […]Read More

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Ahead of PACT Act Anniversary, Rep. Magaziner Encourages Veterans to

Warwick, R.I. – Ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act (PACT Act), Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) encouraged veterans who were exposed to toxic substances to file a claim to receive benefits by an important August 9 deadline. The PACT Act — which was signed into law last August — expanded and extended […]Read More

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Beware Driving on Flooded Roads, AAA Warn

As storms that cause heavy localized flooding continue to batter Massachusetts this summer, AAA is warning drivers to never drive on a flooded road. All too often, people underestimate the depth or force of flood waters and find themselves stranded and facing costly auto repairs, or worse.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and […]Read More

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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Hires Chief

Farah Shafi, MD, MBA, an obstetrician-gynecologist with personal and professional ties to Rhode Island, comes from Mass General Brigham Health Plan PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Farah Shafi, MD, MBA, an experienced physician and healthcare leader in Massachusetts with ties to Rhode Island, has been appointed chief medical officer of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) […]Read More