AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMaternal Care Update: Delaware signed a maternal health bill requiring hospitals to create discharge plans for pregnant patients seeking labor-symptom care, aiming to reduce gaps that hit Black patients hardest. Infectious Disease & Prevention: Beebe Healthcare and CAMP Rehoboth opened a downtown health suite offering HIV/STI screening, PrEP services, vaccinations, and care coordination. Aging & Rural Health: The Delaware Journal of Public Health highlighted Milford Wellness Village’s geriatric care model as a replicable approach for rural communities. Community Health & Access: La Red Health Center marked 25 years of expanding care in southern Delaware, rooted in its role within the Milford Wellness Village. Health Policy & Workforce: Delaware lawmakers and advocates pushed Senate Bill 23, the Housing for Every Delawarean Act, arguing stable communities depend on teachers and healthcare workers being able to live locally. Paid Leave Watch: Maryland launched employer registration for its paid family and medical leave program, with benefits up to 12 weeks starting in 2028. Opioid Enforcement: Walmart agreed to a $50 million settlement over allegations of illegally filling opioid prescriptions in Delaware federal court. Cancer Awareness: Lewes and Rehoboth went teal for ovarian cancer awareness, with reminders that symptoms can be vague and should be checked. Public Health Safety: A heat advisory hit parts of the region, warning of heat illness risks and urging hydration and caution.
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