AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMedicaid Oversight: Maryland’s Medicaid program is facing new scrutiny after an audit found the state lacked effective processes to flag questionable payments to dead or incarcerated people, and also flagged delays in updating care plans that could affect vulnerable patients. Local Health Policy: In D.C., voters at a community forum for the mayoral race heard from multiple candidates, while two top contenders skipped the event—an absence some residents said matters for how leaders will listen to health and community needs. Cancer Care in Pregnancy: A new report highlights a mother who dismissed a breast lump as a pregnancy issue, only to learn she had incurable cancer and underwent chemotherapy while pregnant. Public Health & Food Safety: A summer-focused guide warns that keeping perishable food out too long can quickly raise foodborne illness risk, with practical cooling tools for outdoor gatherings. Workforce & Training: A commentary argues schools are training students for outdated skills, calling for a better match between education and modern workplace needs.
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