AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety: Maryland is among 12 states reporting illnesses in a Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled raw Virginia oysters; 27 people are sick and five have been hospitalized. Consumers and restaurants should avoid the recalled oysters. Medicare Fraud: An Annapolis-area lab owner was convicted in an $18.7 million scheme targeting nursing homes, underscoring concerns about fraud in care for older adults. Drug Safety: Calvert County health officials warn that kratom-related overdoses are increasing, with one reported death; Maryland drug experts are also urging a rethink of penalties for drug paraphernalia. Local Care: Choptank Health is expanding school-based services with two new providers. St. Mary’s County’s health officer, Dr. Meena Brewster, plans to leave in December after 14 years.
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