Rhode Island Department of Health

When you're outside, remember: Repel, Check, Remove to protect yourself and your family from tick bites as you enjoy the outdoors. Learn more at health.ri.gov/ticks.

We want to learn more about men’s mental health and materials or resources that could be helpful! If you are 18 or older, male, and live in RI, take our survey and be entered to win gift cards and raffle prizes! : English: tinyurl.com/2025MMH Spanish: tinyurl.com/ESMMH25

Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving ability. Get home safely by making a plan, designating a non-drinking driver, taking public transportation, or using a ride-sharing service or taxi. For more information, visit nhtsa.gov/campaign/buzze… #NHTSA @RIBHDDH @RIEOHHS

Did you know you can be struck by lightning even if there’s no rain? If you are caught outside with no safe shelter nearby: ⚡️Move off elevated areas ⚡️Move away from water ⚡️Stay away from objects that conduct electricity More lightning safety tips: bit.ly/45ydjOw

⚠ @RIHEALTH and DEM are advising people to avoid contact with Meshanticut Lake in Cranston due to a cyanobacteria bloom. dem.ri.gov/press-releases…

If you plan on attending an agricultural fair this summer or fall, take these precautions to help prevent the spread of flu between people and certain animals by washing your hands and avoiding contact with animals that appear sick. More: tinyurl.com/45ps4jxj

In this latest episode of Public Health Out Loud, @womenandinfants Dr. Mara Coyle joins Dr. Chan to share some of her clinical experience and research-based insight into the effects of cannabis on babies, both during, and after pregnancy. Download here: tinyurl.com/4hzk33zc

Quitting tobacco and nicotine products is an act of self-care. It’s not easy, but it’s one of the best things you can do for your body and mind. This #InternationalSelfCareDay, learn more about how to quit successfully at QuitNowRI.com.

New in MMWR: @CAPublicHealth and other agencies worked together to identify and investigate one of the largest Salmonella outbreaks linked to raw milk in recent U.S. history. bit.ly/46YpGWN

Temperatures may go over 90 degrees today and tomorrow (July 24-25.) Make sure to keep your living space cool or seek shelter at an air-conditioned place like a library or a cooling center. Find a cooling center near you by visiting tinyurl.com/2svwanhs

Whether intentional or unintentional, mixing drugs is never safe. The effects from combining many different drugs and alcohol may be stronger and more unpredictable than one drug alone, and even deadly. Learn about the risks at preventoverdoseri.org/prevent-overdo… @RIEOHHS @RIBHDDH

🚨 Rhode Island Blood Center has declared a #BloodEmergency 🚨 We're calling on the community to step up and save lives. Please give. Schedule a donation at bit.ly/4nOUUWn. #BloodEmergency #DonateBlood #RIBC

This months ‘Do 1 Thing’ is making sure to have an updated family communications plan. Know how you’ll get in touch, where you’ll meet, and who to call if you get separated. Being prepared means staying connected when it matters most.

Rhode Island is expecting high temperatures on Thursday and Friday, July 24-25. Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and what you should do if you or someone near you experiences them: tinyurl.com/45zxm756

When you're outside, remember: protect yourself and your family from tick and mosquito bites as you enjoy the outdoors. Learn more at health.ri.gov/ticks and health.ri.gov/mosquitoes

Stimulants like cocaine, crack cocaine, and meth are sometimes mixed with fentanyl. Even a small amount of fentanyl can put people who use stimulants at risk of overdose, especially if they don’t usually use opioids. Learn how to lower your risks preventoverdoseri.org/fentanyl