AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedicare Costs Surge: A new report says Medicare spending is set to overtake Social Security in about a decade, as Part B premiums jumped 10% in 2026—raising worries that older Washingtonians could keep paying more. D.C. Military Housing: The National Guard Bureau awarded a $292 million contract for up to 2,000 “apartment-style” lodging units for troops mobilized in the capital, aiming to move beyond hotel stays. Public Health & Data Access: A new analysis warns that federal health data and webpages have been removed or disrupted, creating “disease blind spots” that can slow research and planning. Opioid Policy Debate: A study links cannabis use with about half the reported reduction in opioid use among people using cannabis to manage withdrawal symptoms. FDA Peptides Watch: An FDA advisory committee recommended loosening restrictions for several peptides, a move that could expand access but also raises safety concerns. Mental Health Access: A fresh editorial argues delays in mental health care can become crises, calling for better access in the region. Local Health Safety: Health officials reported rabid bat encounters, prompting post-exposure treatment for people potentially exposed.
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