AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoMental Health Access: A new Alabama Regional Medical Services health and wellness center opened in North Birmingham to expand support for underserved adults and children. Cardiovascular Health in Pregnancy: UAB researchers report pregnant women have worse heart health than non-pregnant peers, driven by lower activity, cholesterol changes, and higher BMI. Food Security: Alabama’s America 250 kickoff includes a “Grow More Give More” gardening challenge aimed at boosting fresh produce donations to fight food insecurity. Public Health & Safety Tech: Tanner Health in west Georgia/east Alabama launched a bilingual AI voice assistant to cut call center hold times and help patients manage appointments and prescriptions. Invasive Species Watch: Alabama officials confirmed an invasive Asian longhorned tick in DeKalb County and urge pet owners to use tick prevention and get bites checked. Community Mental Wellness: Selma held its fourth annual Mental Health Awareness Day to reduce stigma and connect residents with local resources. Cancer Update: A Tuscaloosa teen with rare bone cancer says the disease has spread to his brain, with the family preparing the next treatment plan. Water Rates: Central Alabama Water held a workshop on rate structure options as revenue and treated-water capacity pressures shape future pricing. Workplace Health: A Children’s of Alabama employee died after a medical emergency at work.
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