AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealth Coverage & Costs: KFF Health News reports ACA enrollment fell by nearly 3 million to about 19.2 million, as premiums and deductibles climbed—while the Trump administration points to fraud crackdowns as the main driver. Rural Care Watch: KFF Health News flags a test for a “big beautiful” rural hospital law after a Michigan emergency-focused rural hospital closed, raising concerns about whether the federal lifeline is enough. Public Health (NC): NCDHHS says cyclosporiasis is rising, with 4 confirmed cases in Craven County and health officials noting multiple possible exposure sources as testing increases. Food Safety: Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods recalled about 22,880 pounds of baked spaghetti and chicken cobbler due to possible metal slivers; no injuries reported. Local Support: 828newsNOW launched a Veterans Guide for Asheville and Western North Carolina, listing resources for care, benefits, housing, employment, and crisis help. Medical Education Scrutiny: The U.S. Department of Education is investigating ECU’s Brody School of Medicine over alleged racial discrimination in admissions. Environmental Health (PFAS): NC leaders criticized a Chemours-EPA PFAS settlement, arguing it was negotiated “behind our backs” and doesn’t fix past damage to drinking water.
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