AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCyclospora Outbreak Update: The CDC says the iceberg-lettuce-linked Cyclospora outbreak has grown to 9,481 cases across 17 states, with 398 hospitalizations and two deaths in Michigan; Maine and Massachusetts were added, and officials stress the recalled lettuce should no longer be available. NH School Tech & Health: New Hampshire’s “School Screen Time Task Force” is reviewing how classroom devices affect focus and well-being after the bell-to-bell cellphone ban’s early success, with teachers reporting improved attention and plans for guidance beyond phones. Medicaid Coverage Risk: KFF Health News reports the Trump administration told Arkansas it won’t renew a key Medicaid waiver, raising alarms that “budget neutrality” rules could tighten coverage for low-income people in other states too. Local Injury Response: A 73-year-old thru-hiker fell at the Zealand Hut in Bethlehem; search-and-rescue volunteers carried him out and he was transported to Littleton Regional Hospital for treatment. Community Health & Safety: NH’s Fish and Game also urges hikers to buy a Hike Safe card to support rescue efforts. Health Policy Politics: NH Democrats renew attacks on Sununu and Brown over Medicare/Medicaid and drug-pricing negotiations, framing it as a seniors’ health-care issue. Planet Fitness Lawsuit: A securities fraud class action was filed in New Hampshire federal court after a major stock drop, tied to alleged marketing missteps—relevant for investors, not patients.
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