News from Lifespan

Lifespan Opens Retail Pharmacy at Rhode Island Hospital

Wed, 8 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Patients can fill prescriptions before they leave the hospital; reduce readmissions

Rhode Island Burn Center at Rhode Island Hospital Receives Reverification for Adult and Pediatric Treatment

Tue, 7 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

One of only 60 verified burn centers in the United States

Rhode Island Hospital Opens New Outpatient Dialysis Center in East Providence

Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

New center offers extended hours; wireless Internet access and TV at each station

Rhode Island Hospital First in New England to Use Novel Single-lead Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Can detect atrial fibrillation that often leads to stroke, heart failure; single lead has benefits of two leads, but with less risk

Rhode Island Hospital Introduces Self-pay Parking in All Public Lots

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

New system will improve traffic flow and increase payment options

Rhode Island Hospital’s Martin Weinstock, MD, Receives Prestigious Award from American Academy of Dermatology

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Lila and Murray Gruber Cancer Research Award recognizes excellence in cancer research

Rhode Island Hospital Study: Nearly Half Of Older Women Diagnosed With Urinary Tract Infections In An Emergency Department Did Not Have Findings Confirmed In Urine Culture

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Unnecessary use of antibiotics in elderly women seen in emergency departments increases risk of unintended consequences, may promote antibiotic resistance

Ride at Night? Ride Bright! Bike Safety Event Urges Night-Riding Guidelines for Kids.

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

According to recent data, children and teens are four times more likely to be injured when riding a bicycle at dusk, dawn or night. The Injury Prevention Center (IPC) at Hasbro Children’s Hospital offers the following night riding safety tips:

Avoid riding at night, when possible
Avoid riding alone
Wear white, bright, and reflective clothing
Wear or use retro-reflective gear and clothing
Make sure bikes are equipped with reflectors, a headlight and a tail light
The sooner a driver can see you, the sooner they can react!

In addition, the IPC at Hasbro Children’s Hospital is committed to helping keep children safe with its Kohl’s Cares - Kids program. In partnership with Kohl’s Department Stores, the IPC staff hopes to raise bike safety awareness and prevent avoidable injuries at an upcoming free community event.

WHAT:	With the arrival of National Bike Safety Month in May, the IPC and Kohl’s Department Stores are offering a free Bike Safety: Ride Bright event. Experts from the Injury Prevention Center will check children’s’ helmets for proper fitting while volunteers from Narragansett Bikes perform bicycle mechanic safety checks. Local police officers will teach the rules of the road on a chalk safety course, including correct hand signals and tips on maintaining balance. Families can also enjoy demonstrations, giveaways, a raffle for a $500 bike and refreshments. Parents are encouraged to bring their child’s bike and helmet.
WHEN:	Saturday, May 4 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE:	Kohl’s 1 Commerce Way Seekonk, MA 02771
OTHER:	This is a free event and is open to the public. Children must be present to participate in the bike raffle. For more information, please call the Injury Prevention Center at 401-444-5018 or visit www.HasbroChildrensHospital.org

Rhode Island Hospital Study: Co-infections in Patients with H1N1 During 2009-2010 Pandemic Not Associated with Worse Outcomes, ICU Admissions

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

More research needed to measure impact of co-infections on hospital admission

Rhode Island Hospital, Radiosurgery Center Receive Three-Year Accreditation from American College of Radiology

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Rhode Island Hospital’s radiation oncology department and the Radiosurgery Center of Rhode Island have earned a three-year accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR).

Rhode Island Hospital’s W. Curt LaFrance Jr., MD, MPH, Honored with American Academy of Neurology’s Epilepsy Research Award

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

W. Curt LaFrance Jr., MD, MPH, director of neuropsychiatry and behavioral neurology at Rhode Island Hospital, has received the American Academy of Neurology’s (AAN) Dreifuss-Penry Epilepsy Award.

Rhode Island Hospital Study: Traumatic Brain Injury Significantly Worsens Outcomes for Patients with Nonepileptic Seizures

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

TBI increases odds for depression, behavior impulsivity, PTSD in this patient population

Rhode Island Hospital One of the First in the US to Offer MRI Scans in the Emergency Department

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Location of new machine will improve efficiency, quality of care for emergency room patients

Rhode Island Hospital Unveils New COBRE Center for Stem Cell Biology to Better Support Stem Cell and Other Clinical Research

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Current stem cell studies include research into new treatments for leukemia, lymphoma and liver, kidney and bone marrow damage

Rhode Island Hospital Researchers Discover New Treatment Strategy to Effectively Treat, Prevent Osteoarthritis

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Osteoarthritis is a painful, debilitating illness affecting more than 27 million people in the US