AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMedicare Drug Coverage Shock: A KFF Health News analysis finds thousands of people on “zero-premium” Medicare drug plans (including Wellcare Value Script in Washington and 32 states) may lose coverage for the rest of the year if they miss premium payments—even if they thought the plan was free. Tick-Bite Season Warning: CDC tracking shows tick bite-related ER visits rising early in 2026, with experts urging Washingtonians to prevent bites and watch for tick-borne illnesses like Lyme and anaplasmosis. Fireworks Injury Spike (WA): Harborview reports a 65% jump in Fourth of July week firework injuries (86 treated as of July 6), with many involving hands and eyes and some severe, potentially lifelong harm. Marine Health Funding: NOAA awarded $3.8M+ in Prescott Grants to 41 marine mammal rescue groups across 19 states and two Tribes, supporting response to stranded and entangled animals. Local Health & Safety: Washington State Patrol says three people died in a head-on crash on SR-503 near Brush Prairie; one driver was transported with injuries. Wellness Tech Caution: Researchers warn that gamified nutrition apps can worsen risk for some people with disordered eating, even as they help others manage chronic conditions.
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