AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSchool Mental Health Funding Fight: Fifteen Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration to block planned cuts to a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program, arguing the move violates a prior court order and would strip districts of funds for hiring and training counselors. Oregon Health & Safety: Oregon nursing home South Hills Rehabilitation Center was hit with a restriction on admitting new residents after a dementia patient eloped twice and later died; state officials said staff failed to reassess risk and supervision after the first incident. West Nile in Southern Oregon: Jackson County confirmed West Nile virus in mosquito pools in Eagle Point, urging residents to prevent bites and seek care for flu-like symptoms, especially for older adults and people with chronic conditions. Wildfire Strain on Care: Jackson County declared a local state of emergency as the East Evans Creek Fire intensified, while Pendleton Fire and Ambulance reported a surge in emergency calls and launched a community paramedic program with a $500,000 grant. Cancer Research (Oregon): Oregon State University researchers reported a sugar-coated nanoparticle approach that improved survival in a glioblastoma mouse model, aiming to better cross the blood-brain barrier and target tumors. Veterinary Workforce: Oregon Humane and OSU expanded a $1 million-supported training pipeline to help address rural veterinarian shortages. Public Health Planning: Oregon OEM published finalized recovery plan annexes to strengthen statewide disaster recovery coordination ahead of fire season.
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