AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWildfire smoke & air quality: New Hampshire DES kept an Orange Alert for Thursday as Canadian wildfire smoke brings fine-particle pollution that can worsen asthma and other lung or heart conditions; doctors warn sensitive groups and outdoor workers to limit exertion and watch for shortness of breath, chest discomfort, fatigue, and dehydration. Foodborne illness watch: CDC-linked cyclospora/cyclosporiasis cases keep rising nationwide, with health officials urging people to seek testing for prolonged diarrhea and to be cautious with foods tied to outbreaks. Drug pricing enforcement: New Hampshire joined a multistate $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark over alleged generic drug price-fixing and competition-limiting conduct, with potential compensation for affected consumers. Local health & safety: A 19-year-old drowned in the Merrimack River in Canterbury; investigators say it doesn’t appear suspicious. Housing support: Bank of New Hampshire backed Harriman Hill III with $20,000 in NH tax credits, adding 30 affordable apartments, including supportive housing units for people with disabilities. Community health giving: Ledyard Bank’s 35th Anniversary awards included grants to NH Children’s Trust and other local nonprofits tackling child safety and food insecurity.
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