AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety Watch: Ocean County Health Department is urging residents to protect themselves from food-borne illnesses this summer, flagging cyclosporiasis as a national concern while noting New Jersey has no known clusters or outbreaks so far. Public Health & Legal Accountability: Johnson & Johnson announced a proposed $5.5 billion talc settlement to resolve tens of thousands of ovarian cancer lawsuits tied to about 76,000 claims, with acceptance needed from law firms representing 95% of claimants. NJ Consumer Protection: The New Jersey Supreme Court reversed a long-standing rule that had shielded insurance brokers from the state Consumer Fraud Act, a change that could expand lawsuits for policyholders. Health Care Access in NJ: Wakefern plans to open a centralized pharmacy fulfillment center in Jamesburg to support ShopRite and The Fresh Grocer pharmacies, aiming to streamline dispensing and improve patient care. Mental Health for First Responders: A Pasadena firefighter is set to enter a charity boxing event this fall to raise funds for first responder mental health support through Next Rung. Infectious Disease Monitoring: NJ officials are keeping close watch as the national Cyclospora outbreak continues, while public health experts say past coverage exposed a communications failure. Local Safety Alert: Gloucester County officials are searching for a second raccoon after a rabies-positive attack involving a raccoon outside a Glassboro home.
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