AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBehavioral Health Leadership: Hartford HealthCare’s John Santopietro, M.D. joins a new “Leadership Dialogue” on how New England health systems are expanding behavioral health capacity as demand rises and caregiver burnout grows. CT AI Employment Rules: Gov. Ned Lamont signed Public Act 26-15, restricting employer use of AI in hiring and other employment decisions and requiring notice for AI-caused reductions in force. Medical Debt Pressure in Connecticut: A CT Mirror/WSHU report spotlights how residents are being sued over unpaid medical bills, describing the process as baffling and frightening. Tick Season Warning: CDC data show ER visits for tick bites are at their highest for this time of year since 2017, with warmer weather driving more tick activity in the Northeast and Midwest. Community Support & Food Access: Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation awarded $562,000 in Connecticut and Rhode Island grants, including emergency meal support for homebound seniors after the 2026 winter storm. Local Human Services Staffing: Bristol named Jeffrey Arduini as community services coordinator to connect residents with basic needs and coordinate programs, including its caring closet and relocation support.
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