Rhode Island Department of Health
Address
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 222-5960
Description:
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island.
Leading Priorities
Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health.
Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity.
Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations.
Organizational Structure
Community Health and Equity, Division of
Customer Services, Division of
Environmental Health, Division of
Health Equity Institute
Policy, Information and Communications, Division of
Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services,
RIDOH Academic Institute
State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Services
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Description
Infectious diseases are those that are transmitted from one individual to another. These diseases, also known as contagious diseases, are caused by microorganisms, such as protozoa, fungi, viruses, and bacteria, that invades the body and causes a series of changes that leads to infection and damage to the body. Infectious diseases are one that can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact or through the air. While most infectious diseases last a short amount of time they can be quite serious, and sometimes fatal.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Per state regulations, the following diseases and conditions must be reported on the day of recognition or strong suspicion of disease (401-222-2577 or 401-276-8046). Also report all clusters and outbreaks of illnesses which may not be listed below. Laboratory confirmation is not necessary prior to report being filed. State Laboratory can assist with specimen collection and handling (401-222-5600). ALL Clusters and Outbreaks (Including noro-like illness, flu and other respiratory diseases) Animal bites Ciguatera (Harmful Algae Blooms COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) Diphtheria Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Encephalitis Arboviral or parainfectious Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) Hepatitis A (Hep A) Note: Report AST, ALT and bilirubin also Measles Report Meningococcal Disease Bacterial (Meningitis, bacterial) Note: Invasive Disease only: confirmed by isolation from blood, CSF, pericardial fluid, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, joint fluid, or other normally sterile site. Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning, Ciguatera) Poliomyelitis (Polio) Powassan Pustular Rash diseases (Small pox, monkeypox, cowpox) Rabies Scombroid Staphylococcal Infection Vancomycin Intermediate (VISA) Staphylococcal Infection Vancomycin Resistant (VRSA) Typhoid Fever Group D Vaping-Associated Lung Injury (e-Cigarette Associated Lung Injury) Vibrio cholerae (Cholera) Vibriosis (Vibrio) West Nile Virus Yellow Fever Zika Virus Infection (Zika)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information 401-222-2577 or 401-276-8046 State Laboratory can assist with specimen collection and handling: 401-222-5600
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. For more information: health.ri.gov/covid/
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Diagnostic testing for people who have symptoms of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. People who have been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 or are a resident in a community where there is ongoing spread of the virus and develop symptoms.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Vaccination sites are available throughout the state and include CVS, Walgreens, Walmart and Stop & Shop
Hours
Vaccination Scheduling: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:00PM; Sat & Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit covid.ri.gov/vaccination for Information Vaccines can also be scheduled at CVS, Walgreens, Walmart and Stop & Shop
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
COVID-19 Test Results Visit the portal or contact COVID-19 DOH Hotline
Hours
Mon-Fri 7:30AM-7:00PM, Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022 or go to portal.ri.gov
Languages
Spanish; Interpreter Services Available
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
For 2-1-1 Staff: Refer to Teams for more information ***COVID-19 TEST RESULTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR THE CCRI, RIC and CONVENTION CENTER Sites***
Description
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. For the Monoclonal treatment, please contact your personal physician or contact the Department of Health's Medical Hotline For more information: health.ri.gov/covid/
Hours
Varies
Required Documents
varies
Eligibility
All
Fees
varies
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022 for more information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
RI Smokers Hotline: Free, personalized phone counseling. Nicotine Replacement Therapy available.
Hours
24/7
Required Documents
N/A
Eligibility
All Smokers
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM; Vital Records Mon-Fri 7:30AM-3:30PM; Food Protection Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
There are going to be three main types of places where people will be able to get vaccinated: The first type of place is a state-run vaccination site. The second location where vaccine will be available will be retail pharmacies. The third type of place where people will be able to get vaccinated is local and regional vaccination sites. These will include community clinics run by cities and towns. It will also include vaccination happening through some hospital and healthcare systems, community health centers, and other sites in the community. Registration for these sites will be determined by municipalities.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
Photo ID, Proof of address
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for help scheduling an appointment or Visit website for updated information: https://covid.ri.gov/vaccination
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Vital Records Mon-Fri 7:30AM-3:30PM
Food Protection Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
COVID-19 Information Line: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30aM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Intake Process:
Call for Information
Program Fees:
No Fees
Eligibility:
All
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
August 6, 2021
Legal Status:
State
Services
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Description
Infectious diseases are those that are transmitted from one individual to another. These diseases, also known as contagious diseases, are caused by microorganisms, such as protozoa, fungi, viruses, and bacteria, that invades the body and causes a series of changes that leads to infection and damage to the body. Infectious diseases are one that can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact or through the air. While most infectious diseases last a short amount of time they can be quite serious, and sometimes fatal.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
Varies
Eligibility
Per state regulations, the following diseases and conditions must be reported on the day of recognition or strong suspicion of disease (401-222-2577 or 401-276-8046). Also report all clusters and outbreaks of illnesses which may not be listed below. Laboratory confirmation is not necessary prior to report being filed. State Laboratory can assist with specimen collection and handling (401-222-5600). ALL Clusters and Outbreaks (Including noro-like illness, flu and other respiratory diseases) Animal bites Ciguatera (Harmful Algae Blooms COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) Diphtheria Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Encephalitis Arboviral or parainfectious Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) Hepatitis A (Hep A) Note: Report AST, ALT and bilirubin also Measles Report Meningococcal Disease Bacterial (Meningitis, bacterial) Note: Invasive Disease only: confirmed by isolation from blood, CSF, pericardial fluid, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, joint fluid, or other normally sterile site. Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning, Ciguatera) Poliomyelitis (Polio) Powassan Pustular Rash diseases (Small pox, monkeypox, cowpox) Rabies Scombroid Staphylococcal Infection Vancomycin Intermediate (VISA) Staphylococcal Infection Vancomycin Resistant (VRSA) Typhoid Fever Group D Vaping-Associated Lung Injury (e-Cigarette Associated Lung Injury) Vibrio cholerae (Cholera) Vibriosis (Vibrio) West Nile Virus Yellow Fever Zika Virus Infection (Zika)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information 401-222-2577 or 401-276-8046 State Laboratory can assist with specimen collection and handling: 401-222-5600
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. For more information: health.ri.gov/covid/
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Diagnostic testing for people who have symptoms of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. People who have been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 or are a resident in a community where there is ongoing spread of the virus and develop symptoms.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Vaccination sites are available throughout the state and include CVS, Walgreens, Walmart and Stop & Shop
Hours
Vaccination Scheduling: Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:00PM; Sat & Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit covid.ri.gov/vaccination for Information Vaccines can also be scheduled at CVS, Walgreens, Walmart and Stop & Shop
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
COVID-19 Test Results Visit the portal or contact COVID-19 DOH Hotline
Hours
Mon-Fri 7:30AM-7:00PM, Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022 or go to portal.ri.gov
Languages
Spanish; Interpreter Services Available
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
For 2-1-1 Staff: Refer to Teams for more information ***COVID-19 TEST RESULTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR THE CCRI, RIC and CONVENTION CENTER Sites***
Description
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. For the Monoclonal treatment, please contact your personal physician or contact the Department of Health's Medical Hotline For more information: health.ri.gov/covid/
Hours
Varies
Required Documents
varies
Eligibility
All
Fees
varies
Intake Procedure
Call 401-222-8022 for more information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
RI Smokers Hotline: Free, personalized phone counseling. Nicotine Replacement Therapy available.
Hours
24/7
Required Documents
N/A
Eligibility
All Smokers
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM; Vital Records Mon-Fri 7:30AM-3:30PM; Food Protection Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:00PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
The primary mission of the Rhode Island Department of Health is to prevent disease and protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Rhode Island. Leading Priorities Address the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health. Eliminate health disparities and promote health equity. Ensure access to quality health services for all Rhode Islanders, including the state's vulnerable populations. Organizational Structure Community Health and Equity, Division of Customer Services, Division of Environmental Health, Division of Health Equity Institute Policy, Information and Communications, Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, RIDOH Academic Institute State Laboratories and Medical Examiners, Division of
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4:30PM
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for Information
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Contact
Telephone Numbers
Description
There are going to be three main types of places where people will be able to get vaccinated: The first type of place is a state-run vaccination site. The second location where vaccine will be available will be retail pharmacies. The third type of place where people will be able to get vaccinated is local and regional vaccination sites. These will include community clinics run by cities and towns. It will also include vaccination happening through some hospital and healthcare systems, community health centers, and other sites in the community. Registration for these sites will be determined by municipalities.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30AM-7:00PM; Sat-Sun 8:30AM-4:30PM; After Hours Call 211
Required Documents
Photo ID, Proof of address
Eligibility
All
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for help scheduling an appointment or Visit website for updated information: https://covid.ri.gov/vaccination
Service Area
Statewide
Geography Served
- Rhode Island
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Mailing
Three Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Physical (Primary)
3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Contacts
Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH
Primary Contact
Director
(401) 222-2231
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(401) 222-5960
After Hours
(401) 276-8046
Center for Acute Infectious Disease & Epidemiology (Reportable Diseases)
(401) 222-2577
COVID-19
(401) 222-8022
COVID-19 Medical Hotline
(401) 654-6990
Poison Control
(800) 222-1222
Smoking Cessation Hotline
(800) 784-8669
State Laboratory
(401) 222-5600
Suicide Prevention Hotline
(800) 273-8255
Vaccination Appointments
(844) 930-1779
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