AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoObamacare refunds: The White House says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, including North Dakota, will get $500 refunds for “overcharges” tied to federal exchange user fees. Public health funding: HHS announced more than $2 million for North Dakota—behavioral health crisis services, alcohol research, and oral health workforce grants. FDA recall alert: The FDA upgraded a hand soap recall to Class II for possible bacterial contamination; products shipped to 15 states include North Dakota, with guidance to check lot codes and stop using affected items. Food safety: A nationwide sprouts recall was also upgraded to the FDA’s highest risk level after illnesses and hospitalizations linked to alfalfa sprouts. Hospice planning: Minot-area providers are hosting “What’s Your Roadmap” to help people plan for hospice and have end-of-life conversations. Bird flu watch: Another wave of H5N1 is hitting commercial turkey farms across the Dakotas and Minnesota, with producers facing flock destruction to slow spread. Healthcare business: PACS Group says it’s “revving the engines up” after acquiring 32 Florida nursing facilities, continuing its strategy to improve underperforming homes. Ag innovation: NSF AgTech Engine in North Dakota launched a Startup Seed Fund offering up to $50,000 for early-stage AgTech validation. Care access via employers: Nice Healthcare announced a new employer health plan, “Nice Plan,” available in North Dakota, aimed at reducing avoidable claims by pairing coverage with in-home primary care.
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