AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoFood & Heart Health: New research presented at the International Congress on Obesity in Mexico links ultra-processed foods to roughly a quarter of heart disease cases and deaths, with experts saying cutting them could prevent thousands of deaths. Public Health Watch: A fast-moving cyclosporiasis outbreak is sickening people across the U.S.; Indiana reported 200+ cases and the CDC says confirmed numbers are rising while the true total may be higher. Produce Safety Guidance: Health experts say washing and careful handling of produce (like lettuce and berries) can still help, even as officials investigate likely sources. Mexico-US Accountability: Mexico formally asked U.S. state attorneys general to pursue criminal investigations into deaths of immigrants in ICE custody, after the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. Immigration Detention Abuse: A new report by Human Rights Watch and the ACLU alleges severe abuse and medical neglect at Fort Bliss’s Camp East Montana. Workplace Safety: Two tree trimmers survived a 45-foot fall after a cable snapped in Oklahoma, underscoring ongoing risks on the job. Wellness & Nutrition Culture: A growing push to make beans more appealing highlights fiber-and-protein benefits for people trying to eat better.
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