AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWest Nile Virus Watch (Marlborough): Massachusetts health officials confirmed WNV in mosquitoes collected in Marlborough, with targeted spraying planned July 15 after 8:30 p.m. near several roadways. Heat Safety (Brockton & statewide): A new heat advisory runs July 14–15, with highs in the 90s and heat index readings over 100; Brockton’s public library is open as a cooling center. Public Health Alerts (Beaches): More than 40 Massachusetts beaches were closed for unsafe swimming, mostly due to bacterial exceedance. Foodborne Parasite Update (Cyclospora): Berkshire-area officials report no local cases at Berkshire Medical Center while reminding residents that cyclospora illness can cause weeks-long diarrhea and is linked to produce handling. Community Nutrition (Boston): Mayor Michelle Wu launched an expanded Boston Summer Eats program with 62 free meal sites for kids and teens. Tobacco Policy (Worcester): Worcester’s Board of Health adopted new tobacco sales rules effective July 15, aiming for clearer enforcement amid concerns about added access for youth. Women’s Health Tech (HPV screening): Hologic expanded CE-IVDR approval for its Aptima HPV assay to include self-collected vaginal samples in the EU/UK. Healthcare Workforce (Brigham & Women’s): Nurses returned after a strike/lockout cycle, but the dispute over wages and benefits remains a live issue.
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