AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPublic Health & Safety: PepsiCo recalled about 122,000 cases of Gatorade sold across 37 states, including Iowa, after undeclared yellow food dyes (Yellow No. 5/6) were found in certain 28-ounce flavors; check lot codes and stop using affected bottles. Healthcare Research: The University of Iowa received NIH funding to keep developing a preventative eye-disease treatment for Fuchs dystrophy (FECD) through S5G Therapeutics, aiming to delay blindness and reduce the need for transplants. Local Health Services: Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center (SEIRMC) in West Burlington earned AACVPR certification for its cardiac rehabilitation program, highlighting exercise, education, counseling, and outcomes-based standards. Community Health Access: Carlisle residents are dealing with a do-not-use-water order; Indianola Wellness Campus is offering showers to help people get through the disruption. Kids’ Health: Pat McAfee announced a $1 million donation to UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital during ESPN College GameDay events in Iowa City. Fitness & Wellness: VASA Fitness is set to open its first Iowa location in Cedar Rapids this week, bringing strength, cardio, classes, and recovery options.
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