AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth Fair in Marion County: Dozens of families in the Columbia area got free school supplies, uniforms, and health screenings at the third annual Marion County Education & Health Fair, with vendors, food, haircuts, and community partners like United Way of Southeast Mississippi, the Salvation Army, and BankPlus. Pet Therapy on the Gulf Coast: Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi certified 18 dogs and one bunny to visit nursing homes, hospitals, and other community settings after months of training and recertification. Mississippi Nursing Initiative: Mississippi unveiled an initiative focused on recruiting and retaining nurses, aiming to strengthen the state’s workforce. Public Health & Safety Watch: A CDC-linked report flags West Nile Virus season hitting a 22-year high, urging mosquito precautions in multiple states. Local Health Access: County health departments are running back-to-school immunization clinics to help families catch up on vaccines. Community Health Support: A pet therapy graduation and the Marion fair both highlight how local programs are filling gaps with hands-on services.
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