AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety: The CDC says the iceberg lettuce–linked Cyclospora outbreak has spread to 15 states, with 6,358 cases and 278 hospitalizations; North Carolina is among the newly added states as investigators keep tracing exposures tied to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce. More Outbreaks: A separate salmonella outbreak tied to recalled jalapeños served at Chipotle and Qdoba has now reached 27 states, with 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations reported. Public Health Watch: North Carolina health officials confirmed the state’s first human West Nile virus case of 2026 in Gaston County and found virus activity in mosquitoes in several counties, urging residents to prevent mosquito bites and remove standing water. Local Health & Wellness: A Rocky Mount preschool, The Impact Academy, earned a five-star state designation for early education quality. Policy & Health: A North Carolina hemp bill that would have effectively banned most hemp products is stalled in the House after industry pushback. Community Safety: A teen was killed crossing I-485 in Charlotte after a concert, highlighting ongoing roadway risks for pedestrians.
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