AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNew World screwworm: Texas and New Mexico are dealing with the return of the flesh-eating parasite, with officials rolling out new tools like training, identification resources, reporting options, and state-by-state response plans to protect livestock, wildlife, and pets. Native health & child welfare: Tribes and advocates are pushing back on a New Mexico newborn drug-exposure custody rule, arguing it undermines tribal sovereignty and safeguards for Native families. Public safety & health access: Albuquerque’s Midtown crash case adds to concerns about impaired driving and roadway safety after a bicyclist died; the accused faces vehicular homicide and related charges. Behavioral health for first responders: A new Albuquerque premiere of “The Call” spotlights mental health gaps for firefighters and other first responders, aiming to connect communities with needed support. Environmental health: Cities are testing wastewater for illicit drugs to flag overdoses sooner, and New Mexico’s drought-linked water questions continue to raise health and ecosystem concerns. Medicaid spending signals: Multiple local reports track rising Medicaid dental and other service payments across New Mexico communities, offering a snapshot of where care demand is growing. Heat & wildfire risk: New Mexico fire updates and extreme heat warnings underscore urgent risks to public health, especially for vulnerable residents.
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