Rhode Island lawmakers introduce a bill to prevent suicides and substance abuse-related emergencies
Rhode Island lawmakers are backing legislation requiring middle and high school id cards to include the phone numbers for the national suicide prevention lifeline and the substance abuse and mental health services administration helpline, giving students and staff quick access to crisis support as youth mental health challenges continue to rise.
In a press release from the Rhode Island general assembly, state Senator Victoria Gu and Representative Earl Read III said they introduced the bill to help prevent suicides and substance abuse-related emergencies.
“We want to put help at their fingertips,” Gu said, noting the hotlines are anonymous and available 24 hours a day. Read, a former Warwick police officer, added that early access to these services could save lives. The proposal comes as the center for disease control and prevention reports that suicide rates among people ages 10-24 increased by more than 50 percent between 2007 and 2021, and other states consider similar measures.”
The tiniest patients at Women & Infants Hospital in Providence celebrate their first Valentine’s Day
The tiniest patients at Women & Infants hospital in Providence celebrated a big milestone recently, their first Valentine’s day.
According to the hospital officials the littlest patients in the neo-natal intensive care unit were dressed up in festive outfits made by volunteers with the non-profit group, Project Sweet Peas” These outfits were specifically made to fit around the medical equipment on each baby.
The “littlest valentines” have been capturing hearts and continue to be supported by Project Sweet Peas’ mission to support families of premature and sick infants during their most difficult times. To find out more about these little peas, go to projectsweetpeas.com.”
Brown University held a private memorial for the victims of the fatal December shooting
Brown University hosted a private memorial for the victims of the fatal December shooting that honored the memory of both sophomore Ella Cook and freshman Mukhammadaziz Umorzokov
A source within the school reported that the service, which included remark by students, friends, and campus leaders, was restricted to those with a valid university id.
“We all heal differently.” Brown University President Christina Paxson stated, noting that both students will be remembered during this time of recovery.
At the service, friends spoke about their experiences with the deceased students.
Elina Coutlakis-Hixon reflected on how she was able to live out her faith through what she learned from Cook, while Vanessa Finder remembered Umorzokov for his sense of humor and the joy he instilled in others. For a recording of the memorial go to wpri.com.”
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