AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCare Access: Outer Cape parents may drive about an hour to Yarmouth for pediatric care; local health services have just two pediatricians, who split their time with other duties. Hospital Labor: Brigham nurses rejected Mass General Brigham’s final contract offer, raising strike concerns. Baystate Franklin nurses, by contrast, unanimously ratified a new contract. Brain Health: Boston University and Mass General Brigham researchers estimate nearly 75% of former NFL players who died from 2008 to 2023 had CTE. They caution the finding applies to deceased players, not those still living. Drug Pricing: MGH, Brigham and other hospitals sued Eli Lilly over its 340B discount program, alleging the company’s data demands threaten patient privacy. Industry: Boston Scientific announced job cuts and lowered its sales outlook, citing a cybersecurity incident and weakness in heart-device sales. Insurance: Open enrollment for 2027 Massachusetts Health Connector plans is underway, as coverage changes raise concerns about affordability and access. Drug Safety: FDA scientists opposed an HHS proposal to ease access to unproven wellness peptides, warning it could weaken safeguards.
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