AGP Executive Report

Measles Watch: Delaware declared a measles outbreak after confirming four cases in Kent County, all unvaccinated adult men, with contact tracing underway and officials urging residents to check MMR records and seek care quickly if symptoms appear. Foodborne Illness Alert: Delaware also confirmed its first cyclosporiasis case as a multistate outbreak grows, with clinicians urging residents to follow food safety steps and watch for GI symptoms. Access to Care in Sussex: A new mobile mammography unit is set to launch to reduce barriers to screening in Sussex County, aiming to reach people who struggle with travel, scheduling, and language access. Community Health Funding: Highmark awarded $350,000 in grants to 11 Delaware nonprofits through its BluePrints for the Community program, supporting work on seniors, youth, housing, women’s health, and the healthcare workforce. Public Health in Practice: JAN-PRO released guidance on how clinical cleaning differs from office cleaning, emphasizing proper cleaning/disinfecting steps and labeled contact times. Health Tech & Moms: Phreesia and March of Dimes partnered to strengthen physician-patient conversations during prenatal and postpartum visits, focusing on preeclampsia, postpartum depression, and safe sleep. Local Safety: Wilmington police and the FBI are offering up to $5,000 for tips in a deadly March triple shooting case.

Measles Alert: Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after four confirmed cases, all in unvaccinated adult men in Kent County, with contact tracing underway and officials urging anyone unvaccinated, pregnant, immunocompromised, or too young for MMR to seek guidance and get vaccinated if exposed. Regional Health Watch: Chester County, Pa., is also reporting a growing number of confirmed cases, and health leaders there are urging residents to check vaccination status. Health Tech Update: ChristianaCare is pressing ahead with its Epic electronic health record rollout, aiming for an Oct. 3, 2026 go-live with added patient tools through MyChart. Food Safety & Local Impact: The national cyclosporiasis outbreak is prompting some Delaware-area consumers to be cautious with produce, while local farmers say demand for locally grown fruits and vegetables is rising. Community Access to Care: Delaware’s Office of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner highlighted new liquor laws that expand licensing options while keeping public safety rules in place. Public Health in Motion: AARP awarded Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park a grant for a new ADA-accessible hydration station at Deauville Beach.

Delaware Public Health: Delaware confirmed a second measles case in Kent County, bringing the state’s total to two in more than a decade; both patients are unvaccinated adult men, and officials say contact tracing is underway while residents are urged to check MMR status and seek care quickly if exposed. Healthcare Policy: Gov. Matt Meyer signed a trio of healthcare bills aimed at improving affordability and access, including expanded primary care and hospital oversight. Cancer Support & Care Innovation: A Delaware-based company announced peer-reviewed findings on its Chemo Mouthpiece® oral cooling device, linking it to fewer chemotherapy-related mouth sores and estimated patient cost savings. Environment & Health Risk: Delaware-area PFAS concerns remain in the spotlight as multiple states and attorneys general challenge EPA rollbacks of drinking-water PFAS limits; separate reporting also highlights a major PFAS settlement involving Chemours. Public Safety: Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in New Castle where a wheelchair user was struck in a crosswalk; the victim died the next day. Training & Workforce: The Delaware State Fire Commission appointed Matthew Dodds as director of the Delaware State Fire School, expanding statewide fire and EMS training leadership.

Measles Alert in Delaware: Delaware health officials confirmed a first measles case in more than a decade, then a second case in Kent County—both unvaccinated adult men—prompting extensive contact tracing and a push for MMR vaccinations, with more than 60 people getting shots at DPH clinics and mobile units. Public Health Outbreak Context: The CDC reported cyclosporiasis cases have surged to 4,173 lab-confirmed cases across 41 states, with more cases expected as reporting lags. Healthcare Access & Costs in Delaware: Gov. Matt Meyer signed a package of healthcare bills aimed at improving affordability and access, including expanding mental health workforce capacity. Local Health Services: Nemours Children’s Health Milford received a $40,000 donation to buy a Myro interactive therapy system for pediatric treatment programs. Reflux Drug Development: N-Zyme Biomedical closed a $4.6 million Series A to advance Phase 2 clinical programs for reflux disease. Community Health & Safety: A fire in Ocean View sent three people to hospitals for evaluation; officials say the cause is under investigation. Animal Welfare: Brandywine Valley SPCA is running “pick your price” adoption fees during PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week.

Delaware Measles Alert: The Delaware Division of Public Health confirmed the state’s first measles case in more than a decade—an unvaccinated adult male in Kent County—and is now doing contact tracing and urging people to check vaccination status. Foodborne Outbreak Watch: Delaware also confirmed its first cyclosporiasis case amid a multistate Cyclospora outbreak, with officials saying there’s no sign of broader spread in Delaware; the illness is linked to contaminated produce and is treatable. Local Care Access: Beebe Healthcare and CAMP Rehoboth are preparing to open the Beebe Health Suite in downtown Rehoboth Beach, with scheduling starting July 27 and services including HIV/STI screening, PrEP, vaccinations, and care navigation. Health Policy in the Spotlight: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signed new healthcare bills aimed at improving affordability and access, including expanded mental health care and primary care. Workplace Safety: A worker was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries at the EMR scrap metal recycling plant in Camden shortly after a judge allowed the facility to reopen. Public Health & Safety Reminder: In Ohio, five people died during a rescue attempt in the Scioto River after a child ran for help—another stark reminder to call emergency services rather than jump in.

Delaware Measles Alert: Delaware health officials confirmed the state’s first measles case in more than a decade—an unvaccinated man in Kent County—with contact tracing underway and residents urged to check MMR status and call ahead if symptoms appear. Healthcare Cost & Access Push: Gov. Matt Meyer signed three healthcare bills aimed at lowering costs and expanding access, including limits on certain hospital reimbursement rates, new statewide standards for hospital financial assistance and medical debt collection, and a temporary moratorium on nonprofit hospital sales to for-profit buyers. Primary Care & Community Health: Planned Parenthood reopened its Seaford health center for new appointments after a period of closure and community pushback, citing ongoing access needs in western Sussex. Food Security Milestone: Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth marked 50 years of helping older adults stay healthy and independent, highlighting how food insecurity can worsen chronic conditions. Public Health Confusion Watch: The national cyclospora outbreak remains messy for consumers after FDA messaging around iceberg lettuce and Taylor Farms shifted, even as officials say strong links persist. Safety Reminder: A deadly Ohio river rescue involving multiple people trying to help a struggling swimmer underscores the risks of entering fast-moving water without proper skills and gear.

COVID-19 Update: A new COVID-19 subvariant, “Nimbus” (NB.1.8.1), is driving rising emergency department visits in 18 states, with wastewater showing high viral activity including Delaware—health officials urge higher-risk travelers to prepare for a summer surge. Public Health & Food Safety: The FDA retracted an earlier cyclospora alert tied to Taylor Farms lettuce, saying the initial positive result was a false positive and that no confirmed positive product tests have been identified. Air Quality: Canadian wildfire smoke continues to push Delaware and the region into unhealthy conditions, with alerts warning sensitive groups to limit outdoor activity. Delaware Crime & Safety: Delaware State Police are investigating a suspicious death after a 30-year-old man’s body was found in a retention pond outside Christiana Hospital in Newark; detectives are asking for tips. Local Health & Community: TidalHealth Nanticoke announced six scholarship recipients heading into healthcare careers, including nursing and allied health paths. Environment: DNREC opened registration for the Sept. 19 Delaware Coastal Cleanup, with dozens of sites statewide.

Public Safety: Delaware State Police are investigating two separate deaths tied to Christiana Hospital in Newark: a 30-year-old man from Wilmington was found in shallow water in a retention pond near the hospital, and detectives say the case is suspicious and has been turned over to the Homicide Unit and the Division of Forensic Science for an autopsy. Road Safety: A 17-year-old from Bear died after a two-vehicle crash on Stanton Christiana Road near Old Stanton Christiana Road; police say the Camry lost control and struck a Toyota Sienna, sending the 46-year-old driver to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Health & Wellness: With Canadian wildfire smoke continuing to push into the region, air quality alerts remain active, including a MORPC advisory in Ohio warning “unhealthy” conditions for sensitive groups. Community Health: TidalHealth Nanticoke awarded six healthcare scholarships to local students, including nursing and diversity scholarships. Sexual Health Access: NOVUS opened its first Delaware practice in Milton, offering free STD/STI testing and HIV testing plus PrEP. Violence Update: Police are still investigating a shooting outside a Waffle House in Bear that left four people injured.

Wildfire Smoke & Health Alerts: Ontario Premier Doug Ford called U.S. criticism of Canada’s wildfire response “absolutely unacceptable” as smoke continues to push into the U.S., prompting air quality alerts across the region. Delaware Death Investigation: Delaware State Police are investigating the death of a 30-year-old man found in shallow water in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark. Fatal Crash in Newark: A 17-year-old driver died after a two-vehicle crash on Stanton Christiana Road; the 46-year-old driver of the other car was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Shooting in Newark: Four people were injured in a Waffle House parking lot shooting in Newark; police say shots were fired into a crowd and no arrests were reported. Sexual Health Access: NOVUS opened its first Delaware practice in Milton, offering free STD/STI testing and HIV prevention (PrEP). Local Healthcare Education: TidalHealth Nanticoke awarded six healthcare scholarships to local students. Paid Nutrition Training Push: Three regional medical schools agreed to add nutrition education for future doctors in response to federal pressure.

Genetic Privacy Fallout: Delaware and Maryland attorneys general say 23andMe data breach victims can finally get paid after a settlement tied to the company’s bankruptcy, following the 2023 breach that exposed genetic and personal data for millions. Air Quality & Health: Canadian wildfire smoke is driving dangerous conditions across the region, with Delaware and parts of Maryland under Code Purple/Code Red and New York issuing an Air Quality Health Advisory for fine particle pollution—officials urge people to limit outdoor activity, especially those with asthma or other lung and heart conditions. Violence in Delaware: Delaware State Police report four people injured in separate Waffle House shootings in Bear and Newark, with investigators asking the public for tips as they look for suspects. New Sexual Health Access: NOVUS opened its first Delaware practice in Milton, offering free STD/STI testing and HIV prevention services including PrEP. Community Safety & Accountability: Delaware released body camera footage tied to the officer-involved shooting of Kadir Skinner, as lawmakers and the DOJ continue the investigation and the family signals potential legal action. Healthcare & Research: Incyte plans multiple oncology presentations at ESMO, highlighting updates across several cancer programs.

Air Quality Crisis: Canadian wildfire smoke pushed Delaware and much of the region into very unhealthy conditions, with Delaware under Code Purple and parts of the coast reporting Code Red at times; DNREC urged people to limit outdoor activity, especially sensitive groups, and explained how to reduce exposure. Gun Violence in Newark: Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting at a Waffle House parking lot in Newark that left four people wounded; victims’ injuries were serious but not life-threatening, and police say shots came from a large crowd before suspects fled. Dover Budget Pressure: Dover city leaders proposed a new impact fee on large tax-exempt properties, including Bayhealth and DSU, to raise more than $1 million annually—though legality and logistics remain in question. Regional Health Watch: Delaware County, PA reported a deadly bicycle crash involving a rider hitting the back of a broken-down vehicle. Food Safety Alert: A cyclospora outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations has been linked to a single supplier, renewing attention on restaurant chain food safety. Local EMS Spotlight: New Castle County’s EMS Resuscitation Academy was named a “Beacon” by the Resuscitation Academy Foundation, citing strong out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival training results.

Wildfire Smoke Health Alerts: Canadian wildfire smoke pushed Delaware into Code Purple (“very unhealthy”) conditions, with DNREC urging people to limit outdoor activity—especially those with heart/lung disease, older adults, children, and people with diabetes—while conditions are forecast to ease later Saturday and improve Sunday. Air Quality for Pets: In the Philadelphia region, vets say smoke can irritate pets’ eyes and airways, prompting owners to shorten walks and monitor symptoms. Food Safety—Cyclospora: Federal health officials linked a multi-state cyclospora outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations in five states, with guidance to avoid the implicated lettuce. Delaware EMS Training: New Castle County’s EMS earned a Resuscitation Academy “Beacon” designation for high-performance CPR training, tied to strong out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates. Drug Pricing/Antitrust: Delaware Attorney General Rayfield won a court ruling protecting billions in critical federal funding, and multistate actions continue over alleged generic drug price-fixing. Cancer Research Update: Incyte announced multiple oncology data presentations for the ESMO Congress 2026, including KRAS G12D and other investigational therapies.

Air Quality Emergency: Delaware is under a Code Purple air alert as Canadian wildfire smoke pushes fine particle pollution into “very unhealthy” territory, with DNREC urging people to limit time outdoors and sensitive groups to avoid physical activity; Local Impacts: Philadelphia-area disruptions include closed pools and suspended trash pickup, with officials planning cautious reopenings as conditions improve; Food Safety: A growing cyclospora outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell in five states, prompting warnings to avoid the product in affected locations while investigators continue tracing where else it may have gone; Drug Pricing Accountability: Delaware is among states tied to a $29.6 million Glenmark settlement over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with potential compensation for people who bought certain Glenmark-made generics between 2009 and 2019; Public Health Preparedness: New Castle County EMS has been named a Resuscitation Academy “Beacon,” highlighting high-performance CPR training and strong out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates.

Wildfire Smoke Health Alerts: Canadian wildfire smoke is driving worsening air quality across the Delaware Valley, with DNREC upgrading Delaware to a Code Red Air Quality Action Day for fine particles (PM2.5) and warning sensitive groups to limit or avoid outdoor activity; officials also note ozone concerns and expect conditions to improve as winds and storms shift. Public Health Guidance: Delaware and regional health agencies are urging residents—especially older adults, young children, pregnant people, and people with asthma or heart/lung disease—to take breaks indoors, avoid strenuous exertion, and watch for breathing symptoms. Delaware Environment Enforcement: The Delaware City Refinery faces a nearly $1 million penalty after regulators found it released toxic gases above permitted levels during equipment repairs in May. Delaware Healthcare Policy: Gov. Meyer’s administration is pushing a broad healthcare agenda, including rural health investments, expanded public health leadership, workforce initiatives, and creation of a state Office of the Surgeon General. Menstrual Product Access: Delaware leaders collected 10,977 menstrual products for the Delaware Dignity Project during a Legislative Hall donation drive. Medical News (Regional): Thomas Jefferson University announced plans for a regional Sidney Kimmel Medical College campus in Allentown to expand physician training in the Lehigh Valley. Drug Pricing Lawsuit: Delaware’s ANI Pharmaceuticals says it will appeal Delaware court rulings in its dispute with CG Oncology over asset value and a claimed royalty.

Air Quality Alert: Delaware upgraded to a Code Red Air Quality Action Day as Canadian wildfire smoke and summer heat push fine particle pollution and ozone to unhealthy levels for sensitive groups, with conditions expected to ease later as winds and storms shift. Public Health Leadership: Gov. Matt Meyer signed an executive order creating Delaware’s first Office of the Surgeon General, naming Dr. Neil Hockstein to lead state public health messaging and improve health outcomes. HIV Care Gaps: After major federal cuts, Delaware’s HIV prevention and care funding has shrunk sharply, leaving local clinics stretched as infection rates rise—especially in the state’s most medically underserved areas. Local Health System Watch: Philadelphia’s Sexual Assault Response Center is now managed by the city Department of Public Health, with $300,000 earmarked in the FY2027 budget. Health & Wellness: A University of Delaware dietitian highlights summer vegetables as nutrient-rich staples, offering practical ways to build healthier meals with seasonal produce.

Air Quality & Heat: Delaware is bracing for poor air through Saturday as Canadian wildfire smoke and ozone combine—DNREC forecasts Code Orange for particle pollution Thursday and Code Red Friday for everyone, with sensitive groups hit hardest. Scrapyard Fire Watch: A large EMR Metal Recycling fire in Darby Township sent thick smoke into the Philadelphia area; officials monitored air and took samples out of caution. Cyclospora Guidance: With a growing Cyclospora outbreak across the U.S., public health officials say you don’t need to stop eating fruits and vegetables—just wash well, handle carefully, and follow updates while investigators track the source. Delaware Medical Milestone: Jefferson and Delaware partners unveiled plans for the state’s first medical school, expected to welcome its first class in July 2028. Local Health Funding: Wilmington missed a deadline to spend $1.6M on a tiny-home village, putting federal COVID-era relief funding at risk. Health Systems: Nemours, Jefferson, and Temple are exploring an alliance to support financially struggling St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. Public Health Leadership: Delaware County named an interim health officer after Dr. John “Doc” Peterson died. Drug Pricing Lawsuits: Bristol Myers Squibb and MyoKardia filed Delaware patent suits over planned generic versions of Camzyos.