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Rhode Island Health Department Preps for Soccer Events

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In Short: The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is preparing for public health challenges during the FIFA World Cup 2026 and Rhode Island Summer of Soccer, but application info for their Public Health Scholar Program is not yet available.

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The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is gearing up to address public health concerns as the region prepares to host major soccer events, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer. However, application details for the RIDOH Public Health Scholar (Internship) Program for Spring 2026 are not currently available.

The state is likely focusing on ensuring the safety and well-being of visitors and residents during these high-profile events, which could include managing crowd control, food safety, and emergency response protocols.

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Rhode Island is a state in the New England region of the Northeastern United States. It borders Connecticut to its west; Massachusetts to its north and east; and the Atlantic Ocean to its south via Rhode Island Sound and Block Island Sound; and shares a small maritime border with New York, east of Long Island.

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