AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare Leadership: Mary Lanning Healthcare named Shanna Stofer, PharmD, MHA, as its new President and CEO, starting July 13, after a national search that drew more than 100 applicants. Cancer Care Access: Creighton University researchers report that ACA Medicaid expansion improved cancer surgery access in urban areas, but didn’t significantly boost pancreatic surgery rates in the Midwest—highlighting persistent rural and high-volume hospital barriers. Public Health & Privacy: Federal HHS is seeking access to detailed, identifiable medical records through state health information exchange systems as part of a push tied to vaccine-and-autism questions—sparking legal and privacy concerns from public health leaders. Nebraska Health Systems: UNMC chancellor priority candidate Dr. H. Dele Davies visited Scottsbluff, emphasizing clearer pathways into healthcare careers across Nebraska. Food & Livestock Safety: USDA confirmed a New World screwworm case in a Texas calf, prompting an “infested zone” and sterile fly response; Nebraska vets urge vigilance, not panic. Community Health Events: Cancer Partners of Nebraska and Bryan Health return with Classic Cars and Cornhole for Cancer in Lincoln, with proceeds supporting local families facing cancer.
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