AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoForensic DNA in Rhode Island: The 37th International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) runs Oct. 26-29 at the Rhode Island Convention Center, with STRmix scientists among featured speakers and workshops on probabilistic genotyping and DNA mixture interpretation. Health Care Costs: Rhode Island’s health insurance commissioner approved 2027 premium increases after cutting insurers’ requests by $86.7M; the average hike ranges from 2.9% to 15.8% depending on plan. Data Privacy: Rhode Island and other states are part of a multistate settlement with Labcorp tied to the 2019 AMCA data breach, with new vendor-management requirements emphasized. Food Access: CVS Health funded a Woonsocket High School food pantry partnership with FeedRI and RIDE, aiming to serve students and families on campus. Maternal Anemia Treatment: A new review finds IV iron for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy boosts hemoglobin and ferritin and reduces transfusion rates. Workplace Health Policy: Menopause workplace protections are expanding nationwide, with Rhode Island’s 2025 law highlighted alongside new 2027 requirements in other states. Community & Inclusion: A Providence interview spotlights RAMP’s push for better accessibility for people with disabilities.
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