AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoPublic Health Alert: The CDC is tracking a cyclosporiasis outbreak in 31 states, including Nebraska, with symptoms like watery diarrhea, fatigue, nausea and dehydration; cases are rising in spring and summer, and officials are still working to identify the source. Lead Safety: The West Central District Health Department received $1.1M to reduce lead hazards in older homes across multiple Nebraska counties, offering free or low-cost lead inspections and hazard removal for eligible households—especially those with young children or pregnant women. Opioid Treatment Access: A Rutgers study finds long-acting injectable buprenorphine use is rising (still under 5% of prescriptions in New Jersey), a shift that could help patients who struggle with daily medication adherence. Health Care Access Policy: Medicaid’s one-year ban on routine care at Planned Parenthood clinics has ended, but states must decide whether clinics can be reimbursed. Community Health & Safety: Nebraska Humane Society removed nearly 60 animals from a West Omaha home after an anonymous tip, including a zebra, highlighting ongoing animal welfare and public safety concerns. Corrections Update: Nebraska Department of Correctional Services reports an inmate death at the Nebraska State Penitentiary; a grand jury investigation is underway.
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