AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFederal Cuts Response: Gov. Lamont submitted his third supplemental plan to use Connecticut’s Federal Cuts Response Fund, aiming to keep affordability steady as federal reductions hit dairy, homelessness prevention, refugee resettlement, and UConn/UConn Health research. Shellfish Safety: CT DPH is urging residents to use common-sense precautions after a New York hepatitis A investigation tied to contaminated imported blood clams; officials say Connecticut-harvested shellfish aren’t confirmed as the source, but some CT retailers received the implicated product. Tick Season Warning: Connecticut health experts are reminding families to protect against ticks as warmer weather boosts bite risk and Lyme concerns. Workforce Pressure: Senior living operators are bracing for a major shortage of nurses and CNAs, with staffing strain already affecting growth and daily care. Local Public Safety (Health Angle): Hartford’s alternative 911 response program is getting about $870,000 in state funding to keep unarmed responders available for certain calls. Care at Home: ROMTech’s PortableConnect won a MedTech Breakthrough award for home health physical therapy with remote clinician oversight.
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