AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBlood Supply Alert: LifeServe Blood Center says blood donations are down and it now has only a 1–2 day supply of several types, urging Iowans to book appointments this week to avoid shortages. Public Health: Measles has been confirmed in Iowa and Lafayette counties, with health officials warning of possible additional cases and urging people to check vaccination status and call ahead if sick. Care Access & Costs: A new report highlights how school resource officers in Iowa disproportionately arrest and refer Black students and students with disabilities, raising concerns about school safety practices. Community Health & Support: Iowa’s Honor Harvest food box program is expanding to connect rural veterans with locally grown food through Choose Iowa partners. Local Health Infrastructure: Sioux City’s neonatal intensive care unit is getting new retinal cameras to improve care for newborns. Health & Wellness at Home: An Iowa nurse practitioner advises families to shift kids’ bedtimes gradually ahead of the start of school and practice routines to reduce stress. Health Care Business: Calvin Community in Des Moines was sold for $4.5 million to a Florida entity, as legal disputes over unpaid bills and a prior investor lawsuit continue.
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