AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublic Health: The CDC reports 3,887 measles cases in the U.S. as of Oct. 1, with Alabama among 47 jurisdictions reporting cases and 95% of cases tied to outbreaks. Local Schools & Community: Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary in Tuscaloosa held a dunk-tank fundraiser for United Way of West Alabama, letting students “dunk” their new principal. Oral Health Push: Alabama’s Department of Public Health is inviting third-graders to enter the 10th annual “Share Your Smile with Alabama” photo contest to promote dental health. Breast Cancer Awareness: University of Alabama students and local health workers are ramping up screening and education efforts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Rural Healthcare Funding: Gov. Kay Ivey announced nearly $55 million in new rural health grants, including maternal health networks, emergency upgrades, and expanded cancer screening. Transportation Safety: ALDOT switched left turns at the Pinson intersection to protected-only operation after years of crash complaints. Politics & Campaign Trail: President Trump is set to rally in Mobile ahead of the midterms, aiming to energize GOP voters in deep-red Alabama. Insurance: Alabama’s Department of Insurance approved 2027 ACA individual-market premium rates, with average increases ranging from 11.4% to 33.8% by carrier.
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