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Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH)
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The voice of RI business on health care, RIBGH assists employers in navigating the health marketplace and in getting the most from their health care investment.
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📣RIBGH October #Newsletter: RI employers are seeking new strategies to manage rising #healthcare costs while improving access and outcomes.

🌐 Read here: conta.cc/4hJyR0U

✉️ Sign up: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/6k6f7T7

#RIBGH #EmployerResources
November 6, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Big thanks to everyone who joined today’s session, "20%+ Premium Hikes? Do Something Different", sponsored by HealthSource RI for Employers!👏

📝 Access presentations: www.ribgh.org/events/20--p...

#RIBGH #HealthcareCosts #EmployerSolutions #AffordableHealthcare
October 21, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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📅 Oct 21 | Free for members! Don’t miss this #healthcare session — learn what primary care can do for employers.

Featuring speakers from Astrana Health, Brown University, and RI Primary Care.

🔗 ribgh.org/events/20--p...

#RIBGH #EmployerHealthcare #HealthInsurance
October 15, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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📅 Oct 21 | Free for members! Don’t miss this #healthcare session — explore new products that drive better choices:
#ICHRA (Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island), #ParetoHealth, #SimplePay, and #Surest.

🔗 www.ribgh.org/events/20--p...

#RIBGH #EmployerHealthcare #HealthInsurance
20%+ Premium Hikes? Do Something Different
The Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH) is a non-profit membership organization representing the voice of RI business on health care. We help…
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October 14, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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💚 Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! Prioritize your well-being & break the stigma.

🆘 In crisis? Call/text 988: bhddh.ri.gov/mentalhealth...

🌐NAMI Rhode Island support: namirhodeisland.org

Remember: it’s okay to not be okay.

#MentalHealthAwareness #RIBGH
October 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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📅 Oct 21 | Free for members! Don’t miss this #healthcare session — learn how to lower total spend, plan for 2026 renewals, and ask the right questions of brokers.

🔗 www.ribgh.org/events/20--p...

#RIBGH #EmployerHealthcare #HealthInsurance
October 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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📣RIBGH September #Newsletter: Learn how Rhode Island employers are tackling rising #healthcare costs, exploring innovative care models, and supporting workforce well-being.

🌐 Read the newsletter: conta.cc/3IOYdxd

✉️ Sign up: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/6k6f7T7

#RIBGH #EmployerResources
September 30, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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The Pulse of the Purchaser 2025 survey shows employers tackling rising #healthcare costs, expanding #equity and women’s health initiatives, and increasing use of transparent PBMs.

➡️ Read more here: www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/nationa...

#PulseOfThePurchaser #HealthcareCosts #RIBGH
September 23, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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📌 20%+ Premium Hikes? Do Something Different
📅 Date: October 21 | 🕢 7:30 – 11:00 AM

Join #RIBGH for a healthcare session at Crowne Plaza, Warwick. Free for members, $40 for non-member guests.

🔗 Learn More and Register: www.ribgh.org/events/20--p...

#EmployerHealthcare #HealthInsurance
September 17, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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📣 RIBGH July/Aug Newsletter is out! Stay informed on #RIhealthcare trends, from rising premiums and value-based care to mental health parity and workplace wellness.

🌐 Read the newsletter: conta.cc/41T1mSS

✉️ Sign up: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/HJfc62o

#RIBGH #HealthcareRI #EmployerResources
August 29, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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🎒 Back-to-School = Back-to-Routine

Now is a great time to reset #HealthyHabits:
✅ Sleep schedules
✅ #PreventiveCare
✅ Balanced meals
✅ #MentalHealth talks

Check out RI child health indicators (mental health, insurance, more): rikidscount.org/health/

#BackToSchool #FamilyHealth #RIBGH
August 28, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Celebrating Wisdom: Happy #NationalSeniorCitizensDay!

Today we honor older adults and show how preventive care and community support help #seniors live longer, healthier, and more connected lives.

🔗 Learn more: nia.nih.gov/health/healt...

#HealthyAging #CommunityHealth #RIBGH
August 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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💉 August is National Immunization Awareness Month! A reminder that #vaccination protects people of all ages from serious illness and complications.

🔗 Learn more: www.cdc.gov/vaccines/

#ImmunizationAwareness #PublicHealth #PreventiveCare #RIBGH
August 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Thank you to all who attended the RIBGH's 12th Annual Golf Tournament at Wannamoisett Country Club! ⛳
We’re looking forward to seeing you again next year!

📽️ Check out the video recap of the event: youtu.be/ty6vmmfWBl0

#RIBGH #GolfTournament
August 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Did You Know? 🏥It’s National Health Center Week! Community Health Centers provide affordable, preventive care to 30M+ Americans — no matter insurance or income.

This week, we celebrate the providers improving access & equity in healthcare.
Learn more: www.nachc.org

#NHCW25 #RIBGH
August 8, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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The 12th Annual RIBGH Golf Tournament was a huge success! We'd like to extend a big thank you to all who joined us for a beautiful sunny afternoon & evening at Wannamoisett Country Club! In addition, we thank our sponsors for their support in helping to put this wonderful event together!
August 5, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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We are looking forward to hosting everyone at the RIBGH's 12th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday! ⛳☀️ The weather forecast looks fabulous! Those who are registered should watch for an email with the day’s schedule.

See you on the links!

www.ribgh.org/events/12th-...

#RIBGH #GolfTournament
12th Annual RIBGH Golf Tournament
The Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH) is a non-profit membership organization representing the voice of RI business on health care. We help…
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August 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Healthcare Headlines🏥RI seniors on Medicare Advantage can switch plans in a 2‑month special enrollment after the Brown University Health & UnitedHealthcare contract breakdown.

Read More: governor.ri.gov/press-releas...

#MedicareAdvantage #RIHealth #SeniorCare #HealthCoverage #RIBGH
August 1, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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📢 Be Part of the Change!

Submit your response to the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions’ Pulse of the Purchaser Survey by Aug 1 to drive positive change in healthcare.

🔗Complete 2025 Survey: nahpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Pulse of the Purchaser 2025
The National Alliance, is conducting a survey of employers/purchasers to learn current perspectives, concerns and gain insights to address workforce environment, healthcare affordability, benefit desi...
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July 29, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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Heads up! There's just one more week left to sign your foursome up for the #RIBGH golf tournament! And it's not just golf...come for lunch, raffle prizes, and a networking dinner! We can't wait to host you ☀️⛳🍹 www.ribgh.org/events/12th-...
July 25, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Did you know? 💪Today is International Self-Care Day (July 24) — a reminder that self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential.

🌿 Walk 💧 Drink 📵 Unplug 🗓️ Focus 😴 Sleep 🧘 Breathe

Small actions = big change! What’s your go-to self-care habit?

#InternationalSelfCareDay #RIBGH
July 24, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Less than two weeks to go until our 12th Annual Golf Tournament at the fabulous Wannamoisett Country Club in Rumford on Aug. 4! There's still time to register your foursome, because you know you wanna play 😉 ⛳ #teetime #healthcare #ribgh www.ribgh.org/events/12th-...
12th Annual RIBGH Golf Tournament
The Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH) is a non-profit membership organization representing the voice of RI business on health care. We help…
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July 23, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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🩵 July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month!

Nearly 300,000 kids in the U.S. live with juvenile arthritis — an autoimmune disease causing pain, swelling & joint damage. Early diagnosis & access to care are critical.

👉 Learn more: www.arthritis.org/juvenile-art...

#JAwarrior #RIBGH
July 22, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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A friendly reminder that today is the deadline to register as a Gold Event Sponsor for our 12th Annual RIBGH Golf Tournament!! Sponsorship includes a foursome, two Tee Signs and recognition of your organization's participation throughout the event. Let's do this! ⛳ 🏌‍♀️ ☀️ www.ribgh.org/events/12th-...
12th Annual RIBGH Golf Tournament
The Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH) is a non-profit membership organization representing the voice of RI business on health care. We help…
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July 17, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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📢 RIBGH calls attention to 2026 premium hike proposals

RI insurers are seeking the largest increases in a decade — up to 29%. RIBGH warns this threatens affordability & access to care.

📰 Read more: pbn.com/as-health-in...

#RIBGH #HealthInsurance #InsuranceCosts #HealthcarePolicy #PremiumHikes
July 16, 2025 at 4:46 PM