AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealth Equity: New Britain’s CT People’s Survival Programs received a $30,000 Connecticut Health Foundation grant to support grassroots work, as the state prepares for significant Medicaid changes. Stroke Care: Sen. Chris Murphy is improving after a stroke, his office says. His arm numbness is a warning sign that warrants urgent medical attention; research also points to rising stroke rates among younger adults. Seasonal Health: Connecticut has reported six flu deaths among adults 55 and older, with the season arriving about a month earlier than last year. Food Safety: Wise Wife ground cinnamon was recalled in 14 states after testing by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station found elevated lead levels. Pain Treatment: A Yale-led trial found self-directed cognitive behavioral therapy reduced chronic-pain interference more than clinician-led CBT, with benefits lasting up to a year.
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