AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAutism Access: IU School of Medicine researchers received a five-year, $7 million NIH grant to train primary care clinicians to diagnose autism, aiming to shorten waits for children, especially in rural and underserved communities. Family Support: The Villages of Indiana expanded its Healthy Families home-visiting program from 11 counties to 20, adding services in nine counties. Children’s Wellness: Indiana Youth Institute says more than one in five Hoosier children have obesity; among children ages 2 to 5, obesity rose 83% from 2014 to 2023. Drug Safety: An Auburn toddler suffered catastrophic brain injury after suspected exposure to 7-OH, a kratom-related drug; a 20-year-old man faces a neglect charge. Cancer Research: IU established a neuro-oncology research center with a $15 million investment. Infectious Disease: Indiana’s measles count reached 50, while health officials also report rising flu cases affecting the state.
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