AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMeasles Outbreak: Pennsylvania has confirmed 1,426 cases across 44 counties, with five associated deaths and 268 hospitalizations. Lancaster County’s outbreak has focused attention on low vaccination rates in some Amish communities; health officials urge residents to seek medical advice and get vaccinated. Family Addiction Support: State programs have trained more than 1,000 Pennsylvanians to support loved ones with substance use disorder, with online resources and learning sessions for families and caregivers. Cancer Screening: A new Pennsylvania insurance law guarantees no-cost colon cancer screenings starting at age 45, lowering the previous age threshold of 50. Senior Well-Being: At a Senate hearing, experts highlighted loneliness among Pennsylvania’s 2.5 million residents aged 65 and older and called for stronger support for meal delivery, senior centers and transportation.
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