AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoChild Health Watch: A new Annie E. Casey Foundation Kids Count report says child well-being worsened in 29 states from 2021 to 2025, with declines in health, education and economic security, including more kids without health insurance and higher child death rates. Environmental Health & Safety: New Mexico families near Loving reported produced-water wastewater “rains” after an oil-and-gas leak, raising fresh concerns about health risks from repeated spills. Food Safety: The FDA issued its highest-risk recall for Alfredo sauce sold in 41 states due to possible salmonella contamination. Public Health Policy: New Mexico’s shift on newborns who test positive for drugs is back in the spotlight, after the state moved from voluntary “plans of safe care” to taking substance-exposed infants into custody with presumptive maltreatment. Pet Health: The FDA authorized emergency OTC treatment for New World screwworm in dogs and cats as cases expand, with officials urging vigilance for wounds and symptoms. Community & Care Access: UNM opened an expanded children’s psychiatric center, aiming to close gaps in mental health services.
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