AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCyclosporiasis Update (Michigan): Michigan’s cyclosporiasis total climbed to 7,171 cases as of Wednesday, up from 6,571 the day before, with Wayne County reporting the highest county count (582). Food Safety & Lettuce Guidance: Federal and state officials say the outbreak is still being investigated, with attention focused on shredded iceberg lettuce tied to a multistate outbreak; Michigan health officials continue urging people to check recall info and consider extra caution when eating out. CDC/FDA Watch: The CDC reported 4,173 lab-confirmed U.S. cases across 41 states and noted thousands more under investigation; the FDA said it’s investigating additional outbreak activity. Local Public Health (Flint): Flint launched a new effort to understand why life expectancy varies sharply within the city, with residents interviews and health data collection planned to guide targeted strategies. Access to Care (Therapy Licensure): Gov. Whitmer signed bipartisan occupational and physical therapy licensure compact laws to expand access and reduce licensing barriers across state lines. Health System Accountability (Hyperbaric Death): An Oakland Circuit judge denied a bid to dismiss a second-degree murder charge tied to a hyperbaric chamber death at Oxford Center in Troy; an appeal is planned. Mosquito Risk (West Nile): Wayne County reported its first positive West Nile virus mosquito sample of the season, a reminder to prevent bites.
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