AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRural Health Funding: Mississippi is set to start accepting applications for its first round of rural health grants in mid-June, with more than $1 billion in federal money available over five years for capital projects, telehealth expansion, and health technology upgrades—though lawmakers have raised concerns about how the funds will be handled. Hospital Survival Watch: Greenwood Leflore Hospital officials say they’re still in talks with a larger system believed to be UMMC ahead of a potential June 15 closure, with leaders working to keep services running for Leflore County residents. Primary Care Access: NEA Baptist opened a new full-service family practice clinic in Manila, Arkansas, aiming to bring closer-to-home care for issues like chronic conditions, minor injuries, and sick visits. Workforce & Care Quality: Agape Care Group was named a Top Workplace for Nursing by Nurse.com, highlighting employee feedback on support and career growth. Public Safety & Health Risks: A man was charged after a woman died following a shooting near a Purvis clinic; authorities say it appears isolated and involved a child who was unharmed. Health Costs Pressure: A new WalletHub report ranks Mississippi among the states where residents spend the most of their income on health care, underscoring affordability strain.
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