AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIV Recall Watch: FDA says two companies are recalling 0.9% sodium chloride IV bags after particulate contamination concerns, including zinc oxide (B. Braun) and possible fiberglass (Baxter), with hospitals told to pull affected lots. Public Health & Safety: Baton Rouge’s Drop-In Center held a community resource day focused on reducing homelessness and crime, offering wellness services plus help with Medicaid, SNAP, and job training, and announcing work on a homeless shelter. Community Health Event: Baton Rouge is gearing up for the 2nd Annual Patriot Day Run and Walk with 5K/2K options, health screenings, and wellness info. Local Crime Response: Baton Rouge EMS and police responded to a shooting at Renaissance Gateway Apartment Homes on North Ardenwood Drive that left five injured. Health Legacy: Glen Donald Kahrman, an early HIV/AIDS advocate tied to NO/AIDS Task Force and CrescentCare, died Aug. 21 at 82. Health Systems: Louisiana DOTD launched LIFTOff Louisiana, an FAA-backed effort to study electric and autonomous aircraft integration, including potential cargo and personnel transport to energy sites.
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