AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAvian Flu: Washington confirmed H5N1 in two Yakima County dairy herds, the first known cattle cases in the state. The farms are quarantined as veterinarians treat sick cattle and officials urge producers to strengthen precautions. Early Flu Season: Flu activity is rising ahead of schedule. Seattle Children’s reported 150 positive tests in two weeks, and Walla Walla County confirmed a flu death. The Tri-Cities also reported Washington’s first West Nile virus death of 2026. Care Costs: Washington’s health insurance market is seeing higher rates for 2027, though more carriers are expected to offer plans. State officials are also weighing steep cuts to developmental disability services. Patient Privacy: The Washington Supreme Court ruled that the state Privacy Act does not bar Seattle Children’s from using Meta Pixel on its public website, rejecting parents’ claims that their browsing data was unlawfully shared.
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