AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMental Health & 911 Capacity: Houston’s Crisis Call Diversion Program is diverting thousands of calls, but leaders say long-term funding is a growing concern as demand rises. Food Safety: FDA expanded a recall of frozen organic berries—Walmart’s Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend in 16 states, including Texas, is being pulled over possible E. coli contamination. Public Health Research: Early animal research suggests psilocybin may help prevent chemotherapy-related nerve damage (CIPN), a painful side effect that can force treatment changes. Texas Healthcare Funding: Multiple reports highlight Texas hospitals facing major daily losses tied to Medicaid funding freezes or shortfalls, raising pressure on care delivery. Disaster Recovery: FEMA approved more than $162.8 million in post-disaster funding across Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas for repairs and hazard mitigation. Texas Agriculture & Biosecurity: Texas A&M AgriLife is testing far-UVC light as a potential tool to reduce airborne bird flu in poultry houses. Local Health & Safety: A woman was hospitalized after a medical emergency led to a crash into a Cypresswood home.
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