AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLung Cancer Screening Access: WVU Medicine and the WVU Cancer Institute’s LUCAS mobile lung cancer screening unit is scheduled to stop in Monroe, Greenbrier, and Lewis counties, offering low-dose CT scans with appointments required and insurance pre-authorization; uninsured West Virginians may qualify through grant support. Supreme Court & Sports Health Policy: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld West Virginia and Idaho bans on transgender girls and women competing in school sports, citing Title IX and “biological sex,” a ruling that could reshape eligibility rules statewide and nationwide. Child Health Coverage: A new Georgetown report finds West Virginia’s youngest children are falling behind, with uninsured rates for kids under 6 rising faster than older children in several states. Extreme Heat Safety: An Extreme Heat Watch warns of dangerous heat index values around 105–110 in parts of West Virginia and nearby areas, urging hydration, cooling centers, and extra precautions for outdoor workers and families. Food Costs & Access: Kroger announced it will buy Giant Eagle in a $1.65 billion deal, expanding Kroger’s footprint across West Virginia and the region. Local Care Workforce: Butler Family Medicine Residency opened a new permanent facility in Butler County, expanding its training model aimed at boosting primary care access.
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