AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNursing Labor: Thousands of Boston Medical Center nurses are set to strike Wednesday, citing instability, safety concerns, and rising health insurance premiums that fuel burnout and turnover. Food Safety: The FDA says the cyclospora lettuce recall is still under investigation, but it’s now pointing to Taylor Farms’ iceberg lettuce as the likely source even after a false-positive lab result—raising questions for diners about what’s safe. Reproductive Health Policy: Massachusetts House Democrats are moving to expand abortion access after 24 weeks, with a vote expected on a bill that would allow later abortions based on physician judgment. Healthcare Workforce & Access: Boston expands its Healthy Rides program for older residents, aiming to reduce social isolation and improve access to medical appointments. Biotech & Pharma Deals: Repligen will acquire BioLife Solutions to expand cell therapy capabilities, signaling continued investment in advanced bioprocessing. Public Health & Community: Danvers Square is getting MBTA bus service back after a five-year gap, improving connections to major healthcare sites. Clinical Research & Data: 3Aware and John Snow Labs announce a partnership to deliver multimodal de-identification inside the 3Aware Evidence Vault for privacy-protected research. Massachusetts Health Systems: Massachusetts lawmakers also continue pushing for primary-care reforms amid ongoing provider shortages.
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