AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoOpioid Treatment Access (Ohio): Ohio University researchers won a nearly $4M NIH grant to expand a primary-care model for prescribing medications for opioid use disorder across about 40 clinics in Ohio and West Virginia, aiming to close the gap between proven treatments and real-world prescribing. Clinical Tools for Providers (Ohio): Ohio University Libraries is adding UpToDate starting July 1, giving students and clinicians point-of-care decision support via web or mobile login. Hidden IV Drug Risk (Northwest Ohio): Bowling Green State University found drug-resistant fungus on syringes from a needle exchange, adding a new health threat to the already serious dangers of intravenous drug use. Food Safety Recall (FDA): The FDA upgraded an Alfredo sauce recall to its highest risk level over potential Salmonella contamination, affecting products distributed across 41 states. Mental Health Urgent Care: A “To Your Good Health” column explains what families can do when someone is in a manic psychotic break, emphasizing the need for urgent psychiatric care. Community Health & Seniors: Toledo reports a program teaching people to grow food to fight rising grocery costs, with senior-focused cooking classes and farm-to-table education. Elder Abuse Awareness (Allen County): Allen County marked World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and shared a hotline for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
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