AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedicaid Cuts: Federal reductions could leave Washington hospitals $5.8 billion short by 2033 and community clinics up to $118 million short by the end of 2027; roughly 250,000 residents may also lose Medicaid. Crisis Support: The state health department launched a dashboard tracking 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline data. Flu Season: Spokane County reported its first flu-related death of the season and urged residents to get vaccinated. Rural Care: A new nurse practitioner-led clinic in Ritzville aims to expand access to family, chronic and urgent care. Smoking Cessation: Seattle-based Achieve Life Sciences reported yearlong trial results showing 39% of participants new to its drug cytisinicline had quit smoking or vaping; the findings were presented at a medical conference. Healthier Buildings: Seattle awarded $4.6 million in grants to reduce pollution in affordable housing and community buildings.
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