AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMeasles Surge: The CDC reports 2,318 U.S. measles cases in 2026—already topping all of 2025 and the highest level in 35 years—driven largely by unvaccinated children and teens, with South Carolina listed among the hardest-hit states. Infant Heat Safety: MUSC pediatric experts warn that newborns and infants can’t regulate temperature well, making extreme summer heat a fast path to dehydration and heat illness—urging caregivers to use cooling and close monitoring. Local Health Care Growth: Prisma Health is moving to acquire Tennessee-based Erlanger, with a proposed $2B investment in strategic projects, signaling continued expansion beyond South Carolina. Dementia Care Trial: A Medical University of South Carolina-led study found a medically prepared THC/CBD treatment reduced agitation in hospice-eligible dementia patients. Food Safety Watch: FDA recall coverage continues to ripple, including major soup recalls tied to spoilage concerns. SC Health Policy: A federal lawsuit challenges South Carolina’s tattoo distance rules from churches and schools as a First Amendment issue. Community Support: Conway Elementary hosted a back-to-school supplies event with local health partners helping families prepare for the new school year.
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