AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAir Quality Alert: Canadian wildfire smoke is pushing unhealthy conditions across the Midwest and parts of the Northeast, with officials warning Indiana residents to limit strenuous outdoor activity—especially people with asthma or heart/lung conditions. Foodborne Illness Watch: Health officials are investigating a growing cyclospora/cyclosporiasis outbreak; Indiana reported 274 cases as of Wednesday, with symptoms like “explosive” diarrhea and stomach cramps that can last weeks, and officials continue to point to fresh produce such as lettuce/salad greens. Hospital Cost Policy: Indiana’s new price-cap rules for some large nonprofit hospital systems tied to employer plans could affect hospital tax status and require direct-to-employer contracting, as the state tries to rein in rising healthcare costs. Mental Health Access: Mental Health America of Indiana is training librarians to help patrons in crisis and connect them to reliable suicide prevention and addiction resources, using a $50,000 grant. VA Health IT: The VA’s electronic health record rollout is moving forward, with VA Illiana in Danville scheduled to go live next March. Workplace Wellness: Parkview Health was named “Best and Brightest in Wellness” for the fourth straight year.
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