AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWildfire Smoke Health Alert: Canadian wildfire smoke pushed hazardous air into New Jersey and neighboring states, triggering NJDEP Air Quality Action Day guidance to limit strenuous outdoor activity—especially for kids, older adults, pregnant people, and anyone with heart or lung conditions. Cholesterol Breakthrough: The FDA approved Merck’s first-in-class cholesterol pill, Lipfendra, a once-daily PCSK9-blocking option for patients who still have high LDL despite statins. Mental Health for College Students: New Jersey is extending its free, unlimited teletherapy partnership with Uwill for the 2026-27 school year, citing more than 114,000 therapy sessions delivered since launch. Public Health & Food Safety: NJ officials say locally grown produce isn’t linked to the ongoing cyclospora outbreak, while the CDC reports dozens of cases in the state. Health Equity in Schools: A new study finds school segregation remains widespread, with “poverty packing” showing up as a uniquely harmful pattern in New Jersey and other states. Policy Watch: NJ TRANSIT adopted its FY2027 operating and capital budgets, keeping investments aimed at reliability for trips to work, school, and medical appointments. Digital Safety: Four states, including New Jersey, are seeking up to $1.4 trillion from Meta over claims its platforms were designed to addict children.
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