AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLyme Prevention in WV: Kanawha-Charleston and Fayette County health departments are now offering doxycycline within 72 hours of a tick bite to help prevent Lyme disease and reduce urgent care and ER visits, as WV cases have quadrupled since 2020. Alzheimer’s Care Updates: WVU Medicine says newer Alzheimer’s medicines work best when started early, and encourages people to seek evaluation for warning signs like frequent repetition, getting lost, and unexplained mood changes. Pediatric Sleep Access: WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital expanded pediatric sleep medicine through a collaboration with sleep specialist David Gozal, MD, aiming to bring evaluations and follow-up care closer to home. Food Safety Recall: Fry Pie Factory recalled pepperoni rolls distributed in Ohio and parts of West Virginia due to undeclared milk and refrigeration process issues; people with milk allergies are urged to avoid the product. Public Health & Safety: Randolph County officials found a vehicle and human remains tied to missing 82-year-old James Hedrick; the medical examiner will confirm identity. Health Coverage Costs: With ACA Marketplace enhanced premium tax credits expired, a KFF analysis finds average deductibles jumped 37% in 2026, pushing many enrollees toward cheaper, higher-deductible plans. Domestic Violence Funding: WV released $700K+ in grants for rural domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking services.
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