What's Happening?

Monday, October 30
Avenues of Healing

Saturday, November 18
The Miriam Hospital Gala

More October events

[Other classes and events]

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Kids and Asthma: The Challenges they Face
Research at Bradley Hospital and Hasbro Children's Hospital helps children effectively manage their asthma.
[The Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center]

The Science of Obesity and Weight Loss Options
Learn how microbes relate to obesity and a proven program for weight loss at The Miriam Hospital.
[Weight Management at The Miriam Hospital]

Perfect Climate for a Superbug
For children and adults, good hygiene has never been more important at Hasbro Children's Hospital.
[Pediatric Infectious Diseases]

How Acid Reflux May Lead to Cancer
Researcher Weibiao Cao at Rhode Island Hospital discovers the link from GERD and Barrett's esophagus to cancer.
[COBRE Center for Cancer Research Development]

A Better Way to Care
Bradley Hospital is improving patient care and reducing medical errors through a new program.
[Bradley Hospital Parenting Guides]

A Bright Future for Rehabilitation
Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center helps families and patients recover at Newport Hospital. Read about one family's heartwarming experience.
[Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center]

¿Habla Español?
Check out our new information about your health online in Spanish.
[Lifespan services in Spanish]

Cutting Edge

Learn more about the benefits of PET scans at Rhode Island Hospital.

The Stroke Center at The Miriam Hospital is the only in the state to receive national recognition.

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