AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoHazing & Child Safety: A Montgomery County grand jury found a 15-year-old was allegedly assaulted twice at Cheltenham High School, and lawmakers are pushing to close a Pennsylvania reporting gap so suspected hazing becomes a mandated reportable offense. Food Safety: Lidl recalled Eridanous Shortbread Cookies in multiple states, including Pennsylvania, because allergen info wasn’t listed in English; undeclared wheat, soy, milk and eggs could trigger serious reactions. Cyclospora Watch: CDC now reports 6,707 lab-confirmed cyclospora cases and more than 11,500 additional illnesses under investigation, with the outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce spanning nine states; local health officials are urging caution. Maternal Health: CDC data show pregnancy-related high blood pressure (gestational hypertension) rose to 10.4% of U.S. mothers in 2024, up from 6.0% in 2016. Eczema Care: A major BMJ review found common oral antihistamines don’t meaningfully improve eczema outcomes and may raise cognitive risk. Local Wellness/Access: A nurse-founded home care agency opened a new Lehigh Valley location to help seniors stay independent at home.
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