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Governor McKee Fights to Keep Rhode Island Hospitals Open

11/5/2025

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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee announced plans to address potential closures of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital.
His administration opposes closures and is collaborating with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to develop contingency plans to protect patient care.
The plans include discussions with another potential operator interested in the hospitals and aim to keep facilities open for Rhode Island communities.

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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee announced plans to address potential closures of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital.
His administration opposes closures and is collaborating with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to develop contingency plans to protect patient care.
The plans include discussions with another potential operator interested in the hospitals and aim to keep facilities open for Rhode Island communities.