AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSNAP Court Win for WV: A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s effort to restrict SNAP purchases of sugary foods and drinks in West Virginia and four other states, saying USDA lacked authority and failed required public notice—an important health-access win for families who rely on SNAP for everyday needs. Tick Season Alert: West Virginia health experts are warning residents to watch for rising tick activity as warmer winters keep ticks active earlier and later; they recommend long sleeves, repellent, tick checks, and prompt removal, noting risks like Lyme disease and alpha-gal syndrome. Local Health Access: WVU Medicine’s “Bonnie’s Bus” mobile mammography program will bring 3D screening to multiple West Virginia counties in late July, with help for underinsured or uninsured women through the state breast and cervical screening program. Medicaid & Care Coverage Pressure: A new report says Medicaid and ACA enrollment fell by more than 5 million nationwide, raising concerns about coverage losses that could hit West Virginia families too. Workplace/Community Health: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine reports a 100% residency placement rate for its Class of 2026, with many students staying in-state. Fraud Crackdown: A Bridgeport physician assistant was sentenced to federal prison for falsifying VA disability records and using the fraud to discharge $242,528 in student loans.
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