AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildfire smoke health emergency: Maryland moved deeper into “Code Purple” air quality, with officials urging residents to avoid outdoor exertion and keep windows closed as Canadian wildfire haze worsened across the state and the D.C. region. Mask guidance: Health experts cautioned that leftover cloth or disposable COVID masks may not meaningfully protect against wildfire particles; tightly fitted N95/KN95/FFP2 respirators work best. Produce safety: Maryland health officials and Meritus Health warned residents to thoroughly wash fresh produce as cyclosporiasis cases rise, noting the illness comes from contaminated food, not person-to-person spread. Public health alerts: Maryland also confirmed measles cases tied to out-of-state travel, advising people to check vaccination status and watch for symptoms after possible exposure. Youth mental health: Montgomery County highlighted a youth-led ambassador program training teens in overdose response and peer support. Substance use recovery grant: Martin’s House & Barn won an $88,000 grant to expand coordinated recovery support in Caroline County.
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