AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRural EMS Boost: Barbour County is getting a new ambulance authority station, funded through Gov. Moore’s House Appropriations work, aimed at faster response times, expanded first-responder training, and a disaster shelter/distribution site. Opioid Funds: Hancock County commissioners approved nearly $900,000 from opioid settlement money for six organizations, including $330,000 for the county ambulance service and $288,700 for the sheriff’s office. Local Health Spotlight: WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston earned a top national quality rating for heart bypass surgery, receiving the Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ highest 3-star mark for coronary artery bypass grafting. Community Care: Elkins Rotarians packed 90 “Jared Boxes” for pediatric patients at Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center. Politics & Participation: Northern Panhandle turnout was mostly higher than the statewide midterm average, with Tyler County leading locally at 34%. Court Watch (National): The U.S. Supreme Court left in place for now an FDA rule that keeps mifepristone available via telehealth and mail while other challenges loom.
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