AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBack-to-school health: South Dakota pediatric and family medicine groups are urging parents to talk with trusted providers about vaccines as immunization rates slip and measles cases rise. Heart care wins: 24 South Dakota hospitals earned American Heart Association recognition for improving heart disease and stroke care through Get With The Guidelines. Food safety watch: South Dakota health officials say they’re taking the growing cyclosporiasis outbreak seriously as cases climb nationwide. Measles map: A new national update shows measles cases spiking as federal guidance shifts, raising concern about immunity gaps. Bedbugs surge: Bedbug infestations are increasing, and researchers warn they may be linked to harder-to-treat infections like MRSA—so prevention and fast action matter. Blood shortage: Sioux Falls’ Community Blood Bank reports an O-negative shortage and asks donors to help cover emergency needs. Local health reminders: A Jewel Cave bat tested positive for rabies, prompting advice to avoid contact and contact health officials if exposure is possible. Community wellness: Sanford Health signed a federal pledge to make hospital food healthier, aligning meals with dietary guidelines and discharge nutrition support. Public health + climate: Hotter weather is forcing marathon organizers to shift start times and offer cut-short options to reduce heat risk.
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