AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMedical Debt Relief: Rhode Island Treasurer James A. Diossa announced an additional $6 million in medical debt forgiven for more than 3,000 residents, bringing total relief to over $16.3 million for 9,000+ people. Preventive Care: RIDOH and partners are offering free skin cancer screenings at select Rhode Island beaches and Lincoln Woods State Park from July 10 through Aug. 22, with dermatologists and residents providing private checks and referrals for follow-up. Respiratory Health: The American Lung Association launched a COPD management program pairing patients with nurse/respiratory therapist guidance to improve symptom control and support earlier diagnosis. Health Coverage Costs: ACA Marketplace premiums are expected to rise again in 2027, with insurers proposing a median 14% increase as enhanced subsidies expire. Public Health Access: A new report highlights that many middle-aged Americans are delaying non-emergency care until Medicare age, raising concerns about missed early detection. Community Safety & Health: Pawtucket identified three victims after a car sank into the Seekonk River; meanwhile, Rhode Island State Police are still investigating a chaotic I-95 South pileup that followed fights.
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