AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoHomelessness & Housing Pressure: Southern Utah leaders warned that homelessness could worsen as rent strain grows, with officials pointing to the “working poor” and wage gaps as key drivers. Wildlife Health: Utah DWR will offer free chronic wasting disease testing at a Hyrum station Oct. 17-18 for deer from select hunting units, with a $30 option for other areas via the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Public Health Alerts: Measles exposure warnings hit the Fort Wayne Zoo, urging visitors to check MMR status and watch for symptoms for 21 days—another reminder as outbreaks continue nationwide. Care Gaps in Transplants: New research finds only 60% of liver transplant recipients are vaccinated against hepatitis B, leaving many at risk for severe complications. Utah Community Well-Being: The Live Like Sam gala returns Oct. 10 in Park City to fund youth mental and emotional well-being programs in Summit and Wasatch counties. Health Coverage Politics: The Trump administration began mailing $500 ACA refund checks to nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, tied to claims of federal exchange user-fee overcharges. Food Safety: Raw milk and raw cheese recalls continue to raise alarms about E. coli risks, especially for younger consumers.
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