AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Health Policy: D.C. lawmakers face pressure as Teamsters and labor groups urge the City Council to reject an autonomous vehicle bill that they say would weaken worker protections. Congress & Public Health: House Energy and Commerce Chair Brett Guthrie and subcommittee chair Morgan Griffith announced a July 15 markup of three bills aimed at stopping illicit drug threats, plus a related hearing on streamlining FDA drug development. Cardiovascular Awareness: Multiple outlets report Sen. Lindsey Graham died from a torn aorta/aortic dissection linked to underlying cardiovascular disease—an often sudden, sometimes symptom-free condition that can be treated at specialized centers. Maternal Health: A West Virginia law expands Medicaid coverage for doulas and increases access to contraception, including a year’s supply. Food Safety: A Loudoun County health inspector report flags pest and storage problems at a Trump golf club restaurant in Washington, D.C., including food held above required temperatures. Mental Health Research: A large study links vitamin D deficiency in adults with hearing loss to a higher risk of depression. Blood Supply: The Red Cross declares an emergency blood shortage, urging donors to help prevent care delays.
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