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More than 9,000 Rhode Islanders have had $16.3 million in medical debt forgiven in the 19 months since the state debt relief program began, Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa’s office announced last week. The update on July 8 comes nearly two years after state lawmakers created the Rhode Island Medical Debt Relief Program, with […] more

The law, which takes effect in October, doesn't require restaurants to specify whether their shrimp was caught off the coast of SC or another state more

For Ohio County Judge-Executive David Johnston, passing a resolution last year urging an increase in black lung disability benefits was a matter of principle.  The last major coal mine in Ohio County, a part of the Western Kentucky Coal Field region, closed years ago. But he said the former miners who have coal workers’ pneumoconiosis, […] more

A new Rutgers University study published in the journal Health Affairs shows use of a long-acting injectable form of opioid treatment has increased nationwide and in New Jersey, but lags other versions of the medication. more

It wasn’t billed as a takeover. The nonprofit hospice where Washington state nurse Milli Palmer has worked for nearly two decades announced in October 2024 that it was entering a “joint venture” with Compassus, a private equity-backed home health company. The deal was billed as a 50/50 partnership between Compassus and Providence, Palmer’s employer. But […] more

Extreme heat waves, which are becoming more common, are considered to be one of the most deadliest weather events in the United States. more

(Feature Impact) If you're planning on firing up the grill for an upcoming summer gathering, you might be trying to brainstorm options beyond the traditional burgers and dogs. These Super Moist Boneless Pork Chops might just make you the favorite grill master in the neighborhood. more

(Feature Impact) For more than 50 years, traditional universal product codes (UPCs), better known as barcodes, have automated checkout. Now it's time for the next chapter. more

(Feature Impact) Relationships and plumbing have something in common: they can both benefit from practicing smarter bathroom habits. Whether you're sharing a household with your family, a partner or roommates, good etiquette in these frequently shared spaces can save everyone's sanity - just like rethinking your flushing routines can save your pipes. more