AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Safety Watch: A major cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce continues to spread nationwide, with guidance urging people to avoid recalled products and stay alert as new cases are still expected; at the same time, a separate salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños has sickened hundreds across 27 states, prompting recalls and renewed “wash and prep” reminders. Local Health Access: ECU Health and UnitedHealthcare reached a new multi-year deal restoring in-network access for more than 100,000 patients across eastern North Carolina. Public Health Innovation: Duke and UNC researchers are testing whether wastewater DNA can track community nutrition trends—potentially a faster, cheaper way to monitor diet and food access. Opioid Recovery Funding: Wayne County approved $342,000+ in opioid settlement funds for recovery-focused programs, including a day reporting center and a nonprofit support site. EMS Training: Wayne Community College, UNC Health Wayne, and Wayne County EMS expanded advanced emergency airway training for paramedics. Food Security: Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC opened a new Food Lion Feeds Hunger Solution Center in Durham with $1M support, aiming to boost capacity and fresh food distribution.
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