AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSyphilis Surge: North Dakota health officials report a 309% jump in reported syphilis cases from 2020 to 2024, with 2025 unofficially topping 430 and 126 cases already reported this year, prompting expanded provider alerts and more ER testing and referrals. Newborn Mix-Up Lawsuit: Families are suing Unity Medical Center in Grafton, alleging staff switched two babies born Jan. 26, 1988; the hospital says it found no evidence after decades and record gaps. Rural Stroke Care Win: McKenzie Health in Watford City earned the American Heart Association “Get With The Guidelines” Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze award for its stroke protocols and faster “golden hour” treatment. Higher Ed Leadership: Gov. Kelly Armstrong appointed Altru Health System President Dr. Joshua Deere to the North Dakota Board of Higher Education, alongside other board appointments. SNAP Error Costs: North Dakota’s SNAP payment error rate in 2025 was 9.89%, which could require the state to pay nearly $13 million annually unless it drops below 6%. Heat Health Alert: A dangerous stretch of extreme heat and humidity is expected to keep overnight temperatures high across the region, raising heat-stroke risk and urging residents to limit strenuous activity and hydrate.
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