AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMeasles Watch: Pennsylvania’s outbreak has topped 1,000 cases, the largest in the U.S. in decades, while New York declared a state emergency as cases rise. Rural Care: North Carolina announced more than $17 million for mental health services through its rural health program; Kansas groups are also preparing to pursue newly announced rural health grants. Drug Pricing: PhRMA sued to block a Medicare pilot tying some drug prices to those in other countries, arguing the program exceeds federal authority. Research and Safety: A preliminary study found brief vaping exposure damaged lung cells and weakened antiviral defenses in hamsters; researchers say human studies are needed. Screening: More than one in three U.S. women have skipped or delayed a recommended mammogram, highlighting persistent barriers to early detection. Plague Concerns: U.S. officials and the WHO are seeking answers from Russia after a lab worker died with an unexplained illness; WHO says the public risk appears low.
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