AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRabies Watch in Providence: Rhode Island Department of Health issued a warning after a potentially rabid bat was spotted at Roger Williams Park Zoo on Aug. 24. Officials say the bat was discarded and the exposure risk was considered low, but anyone who had contact with a bat at the zoo on or before that date should call RIDOH’s acute infectious disease team for guidance. Suicide Prevention in Action: Bristol and Fairhaven communities held weekend 5Ks focused on suicide prevention—supporting veterans in crisis in Rhode Island and pushing for “Conrad’s Law” in Massachusetts. Maternal Mental Health Gaps: A Harris Poll report highlights widespread postpartum mental health support shortfalls, with Rhode Island tied in through the Women & Infants Hospital case referenced in the coverage. Local Research on Health Risk: URI researchers report waist size and BMI each add different information about mortality risk in older adults, using long-term national health data. Food Safety Update: The CDC says a Cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled lettuce is over, though the FDA investigation continues. Community Wellness: Middletown’s Wellness Committee recognized workplace wellness efforts with a state trust award.
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