Newport Hospital

04/24/2026

Newport Hospital & Brown University Health Emergency Medicine Physicians recently hosted a hands‑on Obstetrical Emergencies & Field Delivery training at the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI)'s Newport campus. Over 30 emergency medical professionals joined for an evening of simulations led by Dr. David Lindquist. Dr. Kerry Hudson and Dr. Emily Blosser of the Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center also provided real-world insight from their expertise in labor and delivery.

04/23/2026

Annual breast cancer screenings are one of the many ways to practice self-care. On May 2, Newport Hospital is providing FREE mammograms to RI women over 40 who do not have annual breast screenings covered by insurance. Call 401-845-1548 by April 29 to schedule your appointment.

Annual breast cancer screening for women over 40 are the best way to detect cancer early. Here are 5 things to know about breast cancer screenings.

04/22/2026

We’re celebrating our incredible Newport Hospital lab team during Laboratory Professionals Week! We are so grateful for the hard work this team does behind the scenes to keep our patients safe and our hospital running smoothly. From lab tests to real‑time results, they’re the quiet engine of patient care.

04/20/2026

We had a fantastic time representing Newport Hospital at the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce 2026 Expo! It was great connecting with local businesses, community partners, and neighbors who stopped by our table to say hello.

04/17/2026

Join us online Thursday, April 30, for our Diagnostic Imaging Virtual Hiring Event! We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and per diem roles in CT, MRI, diagnostic radiology, interventional radiology, mammography, and ultrasound. Positions are available at inpatient and outpatient settings throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. https://jobs.brownhealth.org/events/eventdetails/diagnostic-imaging-hiring-event/8a7c0193-4800-480a-b4cb-5ff11874ca8d

04/16/2026

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Although testicular cancer is relatively rare compared to other urologic cancers, it generally occurs in otherwise young, healthy men.

Did you know testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men between the ages of 20 and 34? Last year, it affected nearly 9,000 men. April is Testicular ...

04/14/2026

April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about how practitioners help people of all ages regain independence and engage in daily activities. OTs address physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges through tailored, meaningful interventions to improve quality of life.

At Newport Hospital's Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center, our team is known throughout the region for excellent outcomes and patient-focused care. With three distinct programs, the center meets both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation needs. Learn more on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/centers-services/vanderbilt-rehabilitation-center

04/13/2026

Seasonal allergies affect up to 60 million people annually in the United States. While spring can be a lovely time full of sunshine and warmer weather, it can also be a time of stuffy noses and itchy eyes from seasonal allergies.

Spring can bring on seasonal allergies in full force. Thankfully, there are plenty of over-the-counter medicines, including antihistamines, that can relieve allergy symptoms.

04/09/2026

Early detection of breast cancer is vital because that’s when we have the most options for treatment to give you the best chance for a cure. Newport Hospital is holding a free breast cancer screening program on May 2 for individuals who live in Rhode Island, are 40 years old or older, and do not have health insurance that covers annual breast cancer screenings. Please call 401-845-1548 by April 29 to schedule a free screening mammogram at Newport Hospital.

A 3D mammogram creates more detailed view of breast tissue, giving a radiologist a clearer picture. This helps doctors detect more cancers early on.

04/07/2026

Be sure to stop by the Newport Hospital table tomorrow night at the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce 2026 Expo!

We look forward to seeing you all at our Annual EXPO on Wednesday, April 8th!

This community event is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with over 70 local businesses from an array of industries.

Open to All - Free Admission - Free Parking - Free Samples!

Read more below and check out the spread in Newport This Week.

Participating Businesses:
A1 Roofing and Construction Company
AARP Rhode Island
Age Ambassador
Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter
1540 AM WADK and MIXX 99.3 FM
Aquidneck Business Connections
BankNewport
SHOP401
BayCoast Bank
Ben & Jerry's
Better Business Bureau
Blenheim-Newport
Block Island Ferry
Buckley Heating & Cooling
Care Free Homes, Inc.
Carey Richmond & Viking Insurance
Caring Transitions of Newport, RI
Centreville Bank
Chamber Connections
Child & Family
Clean Rite Cleaning and Restoration
Cluck House
Design House
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
The Edward King House Senior Center
Family Behavior Solutions, Inc
Fougere Landscaping Inc
RI250 Quest - formerly FreshMaps
Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
Greenvale Vineyards
GoNetspeed
Impact 100 Newport County
Innovate Newport
Island Cemetery
Key2Home at KW Coastal
Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum Attorneys at Law, Inc,
Newport Kiwanis Club (RI)
League of Women Voters Newport County
Legacy Spa & Wellness
List Academy of Music, Inc.
Luke Renchan Entertainment
Mallard Printing
McGrath Clambakes and Catering
Memorial Funeral Homes
Minuteman Press, Middletown
Morale Welfare & Recreation
MVY Radio
Newport County Computers
Newport County YMCA
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling
Newport Fine Linens: Rental-Retail-Custom Table Linens, Home Decor, & Gifts
Newport Gulls
Newport Hospital
Newport Mental Health
The Newport Pickleball Club
Ocean State Air Solutions
Ocean State Drone Co
People's Credit Union
Phil's Propane
Proforma Shoreline Graphics
Provence sur Mer
Hey Rhody Media
Rail Explorers
Restaurant Accounting Solutions
Rhode Island Monthly
RI Small Business Development Center
Royal Carriage New England
Salt Boutique Spa, Newport RI
ServiceMaster By Mason
Southcoast Health
The Bow Bar
The Bubbler VR
Urgent MD
URI Office of Strategic Initiatives
U.S. Small Business Administration
Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice
Washington Trust Wealth Management
Wellers Insurance

04/07/2026

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising understanding, supporting those living with Parkinson’s, and highlighting the importance of early diagnosis, education, and community resources. Learn more on our Be Well blog:

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a common movement disorder that currently affects about one million Americans, but there are medications and other treatment options.

04/06/2026

Join us as Brown University Health presents New England's premier Behavioral Health Nursing Conference on Friday, April 10, 2026.

This conference will bring together leading experts from across the Northeast to share cutting‑edge insights in nursing mental health, forensic nursing, acute psychiatric care, outpatient treatment, and pediatric/adolescent behavioral health.

This event will offer dynamic presentations, meaningful collaboration, and opportunities for nurses to deepen their behavioral health expertise. Learn more and register online: https://f.mtr.cool/kofainzxxn