AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoNew Mexico Public Health: NMDOH confirmed the state’s first human plague case of 2026, a Santa Fe County woman who died; officials are contacting close contacts and doing an environmental risk check, with guidance to avoid sick/dead rodents and report suspected symptoms fast. New Mexico Animal Health: The New World screwworm is now in New Mexico: one confirmed dog case in Lea County, triggering a 12-mile infested zone, inspections, and rapid surveillance; officials stress it’s not a food-safety issue but is a serious wound threat to pets and livestock. FDA & Pets: The FDA authorized emergency use of generic Nitenpyram tablets for dogs and cats with screwworm myiasis, with a second dose six hours later; it treats but doesn’t prevent reinfestation. Dementia Care Planning: New Mexico is updating its dementia and brain health road map through 2031, seeking public comment through June 23 as cognitive decline and caregiving needs rise. Health & Environment Research: A UNM-linked study reports microplastics in human brain tissue tied to dementia and cardiovascular risk, calling brain contamination a medical emergency. Wildfire Recovery: The Seven Cabins Fire is 98% contained and crews have started suppression repair work to reduce erosion. Care Access: Bernalillo County approved $4.9M for a Northeast Heights pet adoption and education center to ease shelter overcrowding.
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