AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety Alert: A Listeria monocytogenes outbreak tied to Chicago-made Daisy Brand Meat Products Headcheese has triggered a multi-state public health alert, urging people—especially pregnant people, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems—to check deli purchases and watch for symptoms. Public Health & Nutrition: A Salmonella outbreak linked to moringa leaf powder supplements has expanded to 119 illnesses across 36 states, with FDA recalls widening as more lots are implicated. Mental Health Access: TaskForce Prevention & Community Services launched a free, bilingual LGBTQ+ therapy program on Chicago’s West Side to reduce barriers for youth and families who struggle to find trusted care. Workplace Health & Safety: Teamsters say Ascend Cannabis workers in Illinois have voted to authorize a strike after long contract talks, raising stakes for staffing and workplace conditions. Outdoor Wellness: Southern Illinois officials are warning about the growing presence of Lone Star ticks and sharing practical prevention tips for staying active outdoors. Healthcare Research: UChicago Medicine is highlighted as a lead site for cancer clinical trials, while new trial results suggest improved outcomes for high-risk diffuse large B-cell lymphoma with a tafasitamab-based regimen.
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