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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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💚 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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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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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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🩵 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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📢 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
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Being active isn't just fun, it helps your body & mind to stay healthy! July is National Park & Recreation Month. Have you visited a natl park lately, or ever? Take a breather from ur hectic schedule & see 1 of the US's incredible 63 parks this summer www.sophe.org/parks-recrea... #wellnesswednesday
July 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Thank you to all who came to our event: Reducing Hospital Costs: What EMPLOYERS Should Know About RI's Participation in the AHEAD Program! A big thank you to our speakers, sponsors, and members for making today a success! #RIBGH
January 24, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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We'd like to thank our incredible panel for their discussion and audience Q&A! Pictured left to right: Prof. Zack Cooper, James Gelfand, Shawn Gremminger, Cory King, and Patrick Crowley. Moderated by RIBGH Exec. Director Al Charbonneau! #RIBGH #Panelists #Healthcare #PrimaryCare
January 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Excited to welcome RI Health Insurance Commissioner Cory King to speak! He’s led initiatives like the Health Spending Accountability & Transparency Program, OHIC Data Hub, and critical provider reimbursement analysis! #RIBGH #Speaker #Healthcare #OHIC
January 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Honored to hear remarks from Rhode Island House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi this morning. #RIBGH #Speaker #AHEADprogram #Healthcare #RhodeIslandGeneralAssembly
January 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM