Woonsocket Head Start

Calling all Current and Past Head Start/Early Head Start Parents and Caregivers: Head Start needs all of our help. Please follow this link and sign this letter asking Washington, D.C. leaders to ensure that Head Start remains strong! nhsa.org/resource/famil… #WHSCDAcares

E. coli Outbreak: 7 people sick in 3 states with 2 hospitalizations. Consider not eating any affected cheese, while this investigation is ongoing. See the notice for full details: cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreak…

More than 150,000 magnetic chess sets have been recalled because they pose an ingestion hazard to children, according to the CPSC. Details: wpri.com/recalls-and-wa…

Exposure to the toxins can lead to immune suppression, nerve damage, and more, although the company hasn’t received reports of illnesses. providencejournal.com/story/money/fo…

RECALL: Initiative Foods has issued a recall for its Tippy Toes brand Apple Pear Banana Fruit puree. Tap below for details. wpri.com/news/national/…

View the complete details on this recall at: fda.gov/safety/recalls…

Reminder: Those with cancer face a higher risk of foodborne illness. Safe food handling can make all the difference. #WorldCancerDay

If your child is sick with #flu, antiviral drugs for treatment can help shorten their illness and make it less severe. Contact your child's doctor for a prescription. Learn about flu antiviral drugs to #FightFlu: bit.ly/3NFtkgE

Our latest RIght Start update is out with news on wins for RI babies, young children & families in the proposed FY 2027 state budget, our February 24th legislative agenda kickoff at the State House, and National Strolling Thunder 2026. conta.cc/4kcIE0N

This month’s focus to "Make an Emergency Plan" significantly impacts safety & stress levels during critical times. Knowing evacuation routes, meeting spots, and having important documents ready is crucial. Take time to review or update your emergency plan.

Kindness is not about grand gestures or lavish gifts, but rather about intentional acts of kindness we can perform daily. Unexpected acts of kindness, done selflessly and without expecting anything in return benefit both the giver and receiver. #KindnessMatters

Danone is recalling its So Delicious Dairy Free® Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints due to the potential presence of foreign materials. Learn more from @FDArecalls at tinyurl.com/y9vtsveu

View the complete details on this recall at: fda.gov/safety/recalls….

Recall: Wegmans Deluxe Mixed Nuts Unsalted tubs and bags are being recalled due to potential contamination with Salmonella. Learn more from @FDArecalls at tinyurl.com/2npedbp4

Prepare an emergency "go" kit before the bad weather season. Include essentials like water, snacks, a flashlight with batteries, first aid supplies, important documents, and a phone charger. Having a kit ready to go will provide confidence and peace of mind.

Candy sold at Aldi recalled due to 'life-threatening allergic reaction' providencejournal.com/story/grocery/…

The Rhode Island Department of Health is warning consumers about a recall of certain cheese products that may be contaminated with listeria. Read more: wpri.com/recalls-and-wa…

View the complete details on this recall at: fda.gov/safety/recalls….