AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMicroplastics in Delaware River Watershed: A new multi-state citizen-science survey found microplastics at every one of 22 Delaware River watershed sites tested, including the Christina River in Delaware—researchers warn the particles can carry other pollutants and harm wildlife. Hepatitis B vaccine gap for liver transplant patients: A study in Clinical Infectious Diseases reports only about 60% of liver transplant recipients are vaccinated against hepatitis B, leaving many at risk for severe complications. Delaware health care access expansion: Atracare is expanding women’s health services in Sussex County with a new gynecology program and appointments in Rehoboth Beach. Delaware health leadership focus: Delaware’s new Surgeon General, Dr. Neil Hockstein, told state lawmakers he wants to tackle youth social media use, including working with schools on safer access. Housing agency rebrand: The Delaware State Housing Authority is rebranding as “Housing Delaware,” keeping its legal name and website address. ACA refund checks: The Trump administration began mailing $500 checks to nearly 1 million people in 30 states using the federal ACA marketplace, including Delaware, tied to alleged exchange fee overcharges. College sports overhaul: The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, setting new national rules for athlete pay, transfers and eligibility.
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