http://ripr.org en http://ripr.org/post/sen-whitehouse-cancer-research-bill-becomes-law <p>Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) has helped pass a new cancer research law that targets pancreatic and other hard-to-treat cancers. Whitehouse lost his own mother to pancreatic cancer several years ago. The legislation aims to boost early detection and treatment.</p> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:54:06 +0000 Kristin Gourlay 10912 at http://ripr.org Sen. Whitehouse Cancer Research Bill Becomes Law http://ripr.org/post/health-directors-priorities-end-overdose-deaths <p>Rhode Island Department of Health director Dr. Michael Fine says Rhode Island must address prescription drug abuse. Fine’s comments come as part of a list of priorities he’s shared with lawmakers.</p><p>Topping the list: ending deaths from prescription drug overdoses and colorectal cancer, as well as curbing the transmission of new HIV cases in Rhode Island. Fine also wants to reduce the number of premature births and C-section deliveries.</p> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:56:28 +0000 Kristin Gourlay 9484 at http://ripr.org Health director's priorities: end overdose deaths