Public Health Out Loud
Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.
Podcasting since 2020 • 143 episodes
Public Health Out Loud
Latest Episodes
Is Something Dangerous Lurking in Your Home?
January is Radon Awareness Month - a time to call attention to the dangers of this silent killer. What is radon and how common is it? How do you know if you have radon lurking in your home? In this episode, Alex Yelle, an Industrial Hygie...
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A New You in the New Year with the Community Health Network
It's a new year and many people are setting resolutions for better health. If you are looking to make time for weight loss, healthier eating, physical activity, and even prevention and management of chronic diseases like Diabetes – then you won...
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Setting the Record Straight on Fluoride
RIDOH Oral Health Program Dental Director, Dr. Samuel Zwetchkenbaum joins Dr. Philip Chan in this episode to talk about a subject that’s gotten some recent media attention – fluoride. Why is it added to some public water systems and how does it...
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Same Old Tricks: Keeping Tobacco Industry Marketing on Rhode Island's Radar
November 21st is the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout, an annual event that encourages people to quit smoking or reduce their toba...
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The Rhode Island Rental Registry: Your Questions Answered
Every landlord in Rhode Island is now required by law to register their residential rental properties in a new Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)-managed database, which was launched in September. RIDOH’s Deputy Director, Seema Dixit joi...
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