AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHospital Accountability: A Washington couple sued Salem Health after staff allegedly told them to drive their nearly 9-month-old son’s body back to Seattle in their own car, calling it “too expensive” to arrange transport. Oregon Health Policy: Oregon regulators walked back proposed fee hikes for the psilocybin therapy industry after pushback from advocates and providers, with the program already serving more than 20,000 people since launching in 2023. Food Assistance Courts: A federal judge in Oregon blocked a Trump administration SNAP deadline that would have penalized states like Virginia, rejecting guidance that would have denied benefits to some lawful permanent residents. Public Health & Safety: Oregon’s neighbor to the south—San Diego County—plans early-morning West Nile virus mosquito spraying in Coronado after elevated mosquito activity and three local human cases. Health & Data Privacy: A new look at data brokers shows they can compile detailed personal dossiers, including inferences about medical interests, raising fresh concerns for Oregon consumers. Community Health Access: SCAN and The Springs Living are partnering to improve connected healthcare for older adults in Oregon. Local Snapshot: Washington County’s 2026 “by the numbers” report highlights strong outcomes in education, health, housing, and economy.
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