November 2026: A Month of Learning
November 2026: A Month of Learning
Every year, people across the globe celebrate World Diabetes Day. This year, Rhode Island is offering a full month of free virtual programming throughout November 2026. We extend a warm invitation to healthcare professionals, community members, and colleagues to join us for a series of helpful, eye-opening, and enlightening presentations, discussions, and Q&A sessions, all from the comfort of wherever you are.
Watch 2026 session recordings and download slides and resources at your convenience. New sessions are added as the series continues.
View 2026 Recordings & Slides
Expand your knowledge and get the information you need to empower your patients and clients.
Get the knowledge and tools you need if you have diabetes or prediabetes, or just want to learn to live healthier.
The RI World Diabetes Day Event Planning Committee is proud to announce Brittany Ricci, MD, as the recipient of the 2026 Grace Diaz Blue Light Award. The award was created to recognize those who positively impact diabetes prevention and management in Rhode Island. In keeping with the 2026 World Diabetes Day theme, "Early Action on Diabetes," this year's award honors an individual with a strong, proactive commitment to diabetes care through timely detection, risk reduction, and preventive care. Dr. Ricci was nominated by her peers for her unwavering commitment to diabetes care and management.
The Healthcare Professionals Learning Series kicked off on Tuesday, October 27th with the Care Transformation Collaborative of RI's Best Practices in Team-Based Care session: Integrating CGM Data into Team-Based Diabetes Care: A Practical Workflow for Primary Care
Missed it or want a refresher? Watch the recording and download the slides and resources at your convenience.
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
A native Rhode Islander, Dr. Ricci earned her medical degree from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, graduating early in April 2020 to join the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. She completed her residency in the Internal Medicine-Primary Care track at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, and then returned home for fellowship training in endocrinology at Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University. Today, she practices full time at Kent Hospital within the Care New England health system.
Dr. Ricci's clinical and scholarly interests include diabetes technology, health equity and access to care, and the intersection of primary care and endocrinology. She has authored nine peer-reviewed publications and serves on the faculty of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, where she focuses on clinician education. Dr. Ricci is a recipient of the Jeffrey R. Garber, MD Fund Award from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology.
Dr. Ricci will be recognized during the 2026 Healthcare Professionals Learning Series. Please join us in congratulating her!
Find trusted diabetes prevention and management programs, tools, and support services available across Rhode Island, all in one place.
View the 2026 Resource Guide (PDF)Looking for support with your health goals? Contact the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH). RIDOH connects you to programs proven to help you take control of your health. Programs are free or low cost and held virtually or in convenient locations throughout Rhode Island. Programs include:
This no-cost program can help you achieve your healthier lifestyle goals. The program follows a national, evidence-based curriculum approved by RIDOH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Group sessions meet once a week for 16 weeks. Continuing support is offered twice a month, then monthly. Visit health.ri.gov/readyforhealth for more information.
A 4-month program designed to help reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke. You'll learn how to accurately take your blood pressure at home and get education and support to help you make lifestyle changes that can help lower or better manage your blood pressure. Visit health.ri.gov/healthyheart for more information.
Talk to your healthcare professional to see if these programs are right for you or complete a self-referral form:
Missed last year's event or want a refresher? Explore the presentation slides shared by our 2025 speakers, featuring expert insights on diabetes prevention, management, and community care. View the 2025 slides (PDF).
