AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPFAS Accountability: The federal government reached a $450 million settlement with Chemours over “forever chemicals,” with $22.5 million in penalties plus about $90 million over 15 years for pollution controls and clean-water steps in West Virginia, North Carolina and New Jersey. Food Safety: Maryland expanded a Clover Hill Dairy cheese recall due to possible Listeria contamination, warning it can be especially dangerous for pregnant people, newborns and young children. Public Health Guidance: The CDC updated COVID-19 masking guidance, saying many Americans in low-to-medium hospital risk areas can stop wearing masks, while still advising masks for high-risk areas and for people with symptoms or positive tests. Health Fraud Watch: Officials warn of Medicare genetic testing scams where people are lured to share Medicare numbers for “free” tests that may never be delivered, with genetic tests making up a large share of lab billing tied to fraud takedowns. Local Health & Safety: A Rutgers-linked study found rodents in major cities may be developing resistance to common rodenticides, suggesting communities may need stronger sanitation and trapping strategies.
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