AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPublic Health & Food Safety: A Salmonella outbreak tied to moringa leaf powder supplements has expanded to 119 cases across 36 states, prompting FDA recall updates. Child Safety & Schools: A Granby, CT investigation is underway into allegations involving a teaching assistant accused of sending nude photos to students, with parents demanding answers after the superintendent’s response. Health Policy & Costs: Connecticut’s Office of Health Strategy is seeking public comment on a preliminary outpatient drug list tied to high costs and public health importance. Opioid Response: Middletown is rolling out grants for opioid use disorder services using local shares of the national opioid settlement. Workplace Health & Rights: Connecticut’s new AI employment law requires notice when automated tools materially influence hiring or discipline decisions. Reproductive Health: Sen. Blumenthal proposes a Senate bill to bar Amtrak from mandatory arbitration in civil rights disputes, while contraception-rights advocates mark Griswold anniversaries amid renewed threats. Care Access: A national organ donation leader from New England Donor Services has been named to a top AOPO board role. Medication Safety: Doctors warn Connecticut parents about the resurfacing “Benadryl challenge” after recent child deaths.
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