AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDrug Safety: Utah officials warn that four deaths are linked to products containing potent, lab-altered kratom chemicals, including tablets sold as “cat’s claw.” The products can act like powerful opioids and may slow or stop breathing. AI in Care: Utah is piloting AI-written acne prescriptions and expanding tests for prescription renewals and women’s health. The companies being reviewed pay outside evaluators directly, raising questions about independence. Heat and Homelessness: A University of Utah report describes heat exhaustion, dehydration and limited access to shade and water among people living unsheltered in the Salt Lake Valley, and urges stronger protections. Youth Mental Health: A Salt Lake City letter urges lawmakers and school boards to provide sustained funding for school-based behavioral health staff and early intervention. Great Salt Lake: The lake has fallen below 30% of its natural volume, renewing concerns about dust and its potential effects on health.
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