AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Safety Update: The FDA expanded a Walmart recall of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend due to possible E. coli O145 contamination, now listing distribution to select stores in 26 states plus Puerto Rico. Water & Public Health: Puerto Rico lawmakers held a hearing on House Resolution 106 to explore desalination as added “redundancy” for drought-prone water supplies, with the AAA citing large-scale examples abroad and urging comparisons to modular options. Child Health & Parenting: HITN’s Spanish-language town hall on preschool screen time brings pediatric and neuropsychology specialists to share AAP-based guidance for families. Infectious Disease Watch: A Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce—linked to thousands of illnesses and hospitalizations—has been declared over, though the FDA says its investigation continues. Community Health Advocacy: Puerto Rico-born HIV advocate Lluvia Ramirez highlights how bilingual, community-rooted support can improve access and trust in public health. Local Care Infrastructure: Mayagüez Hospital is moving ahead with a $6 million modernization project.
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