AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Safety: Walmart recalled a refrigerated Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit in 29 states due to possible Listeria contamination, with a use-by date of Aug. 22 still not reached—FDA guidance includes cleaning and sanitizing fridges and surfaces after disposal. Public Health & Access: UNC Health will run the NC DHHS Rural Transformation Program’s ROOTS Hub for a 14-county Region Four, using community listening sessions to shape $39M in perinatal health, chronic disease, nutrition, and workforce priorities. Maternal Care: A large U.S. study found both intrapartum C-sections and intended C-sections were linked to higher ICU admission odds than vaginal birth. Water Safety: A system pressure advisory in Mount Gilead (Montgomery County) says boil water after a fiber company bored through a water line until testing clears it. Lung Cancer: FirstHealth’s Lung Cancer Program earned GO2 “Center of Excellence” status, highlighting higher early-stage detection in its screening and multidisciplinary care. Training & Careers: N.C. Wesleyan launched a 10-week applied reproductive biology/IVF lab certificate to meet demand for trained IVF professionals. Mental Health Outreach: A new program trains North Carolina churches to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use needs, with certification starting Sept. 21. Hospice Quality: AMOREM received a “Hospice Elite” honor from CAHPS-based Hospice Honors for consistently high survey scores.
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