AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeat Safety: The National Weather Service in Birmingham is warning Alabamians about “dangerous heat” this week, with “feels-like” temps pushing into the low 100s in parts of West Alabama—experts urge extra precautions to prevent heat illness. Cancer Care in Alabama: DCH Health System’s Manderson Cancer Center has started using Paxman scalp cooling for chemotherapy patients, helping some keep much more of their hair during treatment. Air Quality & Health Policy: Kentucky AG Russell Coleman and other Republican attorneys general are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a decision that upheld tighter EPA soot pollution limits, arguing the rule is political while opponents say it’s about protecting public health. Mosquito Season Reminder: ADPH is reminding residents that late-summer mosquito activity still threatens illnesses like West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis, and recommends repellent and eliminating standing water. Local Health & Safety: A Trussville Walmart parking-lot incident led to two suspects being taken into custody after an alleged firearm assault; the victim was treated for facial injuries. Community Health Access: Alabama Rural Electric Association has opened a national search for its next president and CEO, with the role tied to energy policy and workforce needs that can affect health and community services. Public Health Rankings: A new national report puts Massachusetts at the top for health scores and lists Alabama among the lowest states. Kratom Crackdown: The DOJ/DEA has moved to schedule certain kratom-related compounds as Schedule I substances on an emergency basis, citing addiction and abuse risks. Injury Update: An Opelika man died after injuries from a Chambers County crash last week.
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