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Brain and Spine, Geriatrics and Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthDec 1
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Newport HospitalThis group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the first and third Tuesday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather so it is always best to...
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Mental Health and Behavioral HealthDec 3
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Bradley Hospital, Gateway HealthcareMental Health First Aid for Adults is an eight-hour course spread across two days (December 3 and 4, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day) that teaches skills to help those who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that...
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Infectious DiseasesDec 3
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Newport HospitalThis virtual Zoom event is part of the Newport Hospital Community Lecture Series, which features expert speakers on a variety of topics to support health and wellness including surgery, preventive medicine and the latest medical advancements. Speakers Presenters will include Michael Mason, DO ,...
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Infectious DiseasesDec 8
Lifespan Community Health Institute will hold a virtual Zoom presentation titled "Acupuncture for COVID-19: Strengthening the Immune System and Coping with Anxiety, Depression and PTSD" on Tuesday, December 8. Summary Join Mariah Stump, MD, MPH, FACP to learn the science and philosophy behind...
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Brain and SpineDec 9
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Rhode Island HospitalThe Comprehensive Stroke Center at Rhode Island Hospital offers a virtual stroke support group for stroke survivors and concerned caregivers every second Wednesday of the month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. You may join this meeting online or call in at 401-226-0907 with the conference ID 53621149 . Join the...
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Brain and Spine, Geriatrics and Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthDec 14
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Newport HospitalThis group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather so it is always best to...
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Gastroenterology, Surgery, UrologyDec 16
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The Miriam HospitalWe are carefully monitoring news about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States and locally. As a proactive step, the Ostomy Support Group is cancelling upcoming meetings. For information please call 401-793-2420.
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OBGYN and Women's HealthDec 29
The Rhode Island Lupus Support Group normally meets on the last Tuesday of every month. The goal of RILS is to provide a platform for those affected by Lupus to share, support and encourage one another to lead a beautiful life, with Lupus. Attendees should park in the East Entrance at 148 West...
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Emergency MedicineDec 30
Young people in grades six to eight are invited to take the Safe Sitter course to learn skills in safety, child care, first aid and rescue, and life and business. The course is instructor-led and interactive, with hands-on demonstrations and skills practice using soft-bodied dolls and medical...
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Brain and Spine, Cardiology and Cardiac SurgeryJan 19
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Rhode Island HospitalThe Neurovascular Center at Rhode Island Hospital has teamed up with the Joe Niekro Foundation to form a support group for patients and family members affected by a brain aneurysm, AVM or hemorrhagic stroke. The group will meet monthly to come together to share stories, offer helpful resources and...
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Mental Health and Behavioral HealthFeb 5
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Bradley Hospital, Gateway HealthcareYouth Mental Health First Aid is an eight-hour training course designed to give members of the public key skills to help an adolescent who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The eight-hour course covers a range of common disorders and potential crises such...
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Mental Health and Behavioral HealthMar 19
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Bradley Hospital, Gateway HealthcareMental Health First Aid for Adults is an eight-hour course that teaches skills to help those who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it builds mental health literacy by helping the public identify,...
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