AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedicaid Coverage Risk: States are bracing for a new federal “medically frail” rule that could strip coverage from many sick and disabled adults as Medicaid work requirements roll out. Heat Safety: Eastern North Carolina is under a Fourth of July heat risk, with temperatures near or above 100°F and guidance to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke—especially for kids and pets. Weight-Loss Drugs for Seniors: A new report highlights how Medicare coverage gaps can make GLP-1 weight-loss meds costly for older adults, even when they help with long-term maintenance. Behavioral Health in Jails: Forsyth County and NaphCare celebrated graduates from a jail-based behavioral health program aimed at stabilizing people with severe mental illness and improving continuity of care. Health Workforce & Training: Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute launched a new A.A.S. in Health Sciences to help address growing demand for healthcare workers. DEI in Education: North Carolina lawmakers overrode vetoes to ban DEI in public schools, community colleges, and universities, reshaping how campuses handle related programs and messaging. Flood Resilience: Black Mountain will host a public session on the Swannanoa River Floodbench and Constructed Wetlands project, funded by a $5M infrastructure grant to reduce flooding and improve river health.
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