AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCyclospora Update: Iowa health officials say confirmed Cyclospora cases are nearly double this time last year (112 vs. 57 in 2025), with about half tied to international travel and two hospitalizations—while Iowa cases are not linked to the multi-state outbreak. Food Safety & Recall: The broader lettuce recall tied to Cyclospora risk continues to expand to 27 states, with federal guidance and testing claims still shifting as the investigation plays out. Local Health Care: UI Health Care has completed an expansion of its burn treatment center, adding beds and hydrotherapy rooms to grow Iowa’s burn capacity. Community Health: ImpactLife is hosting a blood drive Aug. 6 in Hamilton as summer donation rates dip. Careers in Health: The Iowa Academy of Family Physicians is taking nominations for its 2026 Family Physician of the Year Award (deadline Aug. 17). Health Policy/Access: Iowa ACA premiums are set to rise for thousands of customers in 2027, adding pressure to already tight budgets.
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