AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Safety Alert: The FDA says a salmonella outbreak tied to recalled eggs has sickened at least 98 people and hospitalized 26 across 17 states, with investigators pointing to shell eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services; the recall covers about 1.6 million dozen eggs sold at Kroger and Brookshire Grocery locations including Arkansas, and officials urge shoppers to check cartons, throw them out, or return for refunds. Local Health Access: Baxter Health’s Cline Emergency Center earned Level 1 geriatric emergency department accreditation, making it the first Level 1-accredited ER in Arkansas and highlighting specialized care for older adults. Foodborne Outbreak Watch (Produce): CDC and FDA are tracking a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce, with Arkansas included among states seeing cases; an Arkansas medical expert advises shoppers to buy locally grown produce when possible while investigations continue. Community & Wellness: A new secular recovery program, Recovery Demystified, is expanding in Northwest Arkansas to offer science-based, queer-friendly addiction support beyond faith-based options. Public Input for Conservation: The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is revising its Stream Black Bass Management Plan and is asking anglers and stream lovers to weigh in.
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