AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVaccine Privacy Win: Michigan DHHS is ending its Michigan-specific Vaccine Information Statements after advocates and FOIA requests showed the state couldn’t document federal approval; providers must now give parents the MCIR opt-out form before vaccinating. Youth Health & Records: A proposed Michigan bill would require full parental access to children’s medical records, sparking debate over privacy and whether teens will avoid care. Asbestos Toy Alert: MDHHS warns families to immediately stop using recalled “Orb Funkee” squeeze toys sold at Walmart/Ollie’s because sand may contain asbestos, with disposal and refund steps. Food Security Push: AG Dana Nessel joined a coalition urging Congress to restore SNAP benefits and protect food assistance in the Farm Bill, warning cuts will worsen hunger in Michigan. Chronic Absence Funding Risk: A northern Michigan attendance program credited with reducing chronic absenteeism could lose nearly half its state funding. Local Health Access: Healthlinc plans community health fairs across northern Indiana with screenings, well-child visits, sports physicals, and resources for back-to-school. Public Health & Safety: Michigan also issued new animal import requirements after New World screwworm was detected in Texas.
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