AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRespiratory Health: NH DHHS is urging Granite Staters to get up to date on flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines ahead of fall, noting immunizations reduce serious illness and hospitalizations. Housing & Health Equity: A new NH Housing report finds a widening gap between housing costs and wages, with many cities requiring far higher hourly pay than the state median to afford rent—raising the risk of stress and instability for workers. Lead Safety at Home: Laconia Public Library now offers free lead detector kits for checkout, using a fluorospec test to help residents spot possible lead exposure and decide when a formal inspection is needed. Care Access & Community Support: Granite VNA launched the community phase of a $2M campaign to support Hospice House, aiming to refresh patient spaces and strengthen long-term endowment funding. Data Privacy: A multistate settlement with Labcorp over the 2019 AMCA data breach totals $2.3M, underscoring ongoing concerns about vendor-managed health data security. Clinical Research Expansion: FOMAT added its first North Carolina endocrinology site, expanding access to clinical trials with a new research location. Public Safety & Injury Care: NH Fish and Game reported a carryout and hospital transport for an injured hiker on the Artist Bluff and Bald Mountain Loop Trail. Behavioral Health Workforce: Granite YMCA released a virtual app (YMCA 360) with classes and health intervention programs, aiming to reach people who can’t easily access in-person services.
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