AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHealth & Community: West Virginia Donor Day is Aug. 1, with state leaders urging more residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors; about 327 people are waiting for transplants, while only 36% of West Virginians are registered. Medical Breakthrough: The University of West Virginia Cancer Institute reports a clinical trial milestone for a rare, deadly blood cancer, using a shot delivery of blinatumomab that achieved complete remission in the first patient. Rural Healthcare: Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced about $14 million to expand remote patient monitoring and virtual care through the Rural Health Transformation Program. Public Safety: The National Weather Service confirmed a 9th tornado in West Virginia from the July 21 storms, an EF-1 near Gandy in Randolph County. Wildlife Reporting: WV DNR launched a new online tool for residents to report sick or dead wildlife with photos and locations. Courts & Corrections: A Mount Olive inmate filed a class-action suit alleging officials diverted money from an inmate benefit fund meant for prisoners’ welfare. Food Safety: Cyclospora cases continue to rise in multiple states, including Mississippi and Lancaster County, as health officials point to contaminated produce.
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