AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDementia Prevention Push: A new Lancet Commission report says nearly 45% of dementia cases worldwide could be delayed or prevented by tackling 14 modifiable risks like hearing loss, poor diet, smoking, obesity, social isolation, and air pollution—plus proven steps such as hearing aids, Mediterranean-style eating, daily walking, and staying socially engaged. Property Tax Amendment Fallout: Florida’s proposed Amendment 3 could help homeowners but may hit renters and low-income residents hardest, with critics warning of reduced public services and possible rent increases if non-homesteaded property taxes rise. Meta’s Social Media Crackdown: A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay another $567 million over Instagram/Facebook harms to teens, including limits on push notifications and default changes to “like” counts—another sign regulators are targeting addictive design features. Food Safety Alerts: Major retailers including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods issued recalls tied to a Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños, with hundreds sickened across multiple states including Florida. Mental Health & Baker Act: Perez Hilton remains hospitalized in Florida after a livestream self-harm incident; his family says he’s “serious but stable,” needs surgery, and has limited communication under the Baker Act. On-the-Ground Health Care: Saint Anne’s Hospital in Florida earned MBSAQIP reaccreditation for bariatric surgery programs, highlighting continued compliance with national standards.
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