AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMenopause in prisons: A nationwide review by the Prison Policy Initiative found menopause is largely missing from public prison health policies; Mississippi is among the few states whose documents address it, but none offer a comprehensive care plan. Women’s health access: The same reporting highlights how limited policy language can leave incarcerated people without clear symptom management or education. Local health care staffing: South Central Obstetrics & Gynecology in Mississippi added Keely Charles, MD, bringing services that include obstetrics, gynecologic surgery, hormone replacement therapy, and menopause care. Workplace heat safety: A new report flags extreme heat across parts of Mississippi and other states, underscoring employer duties under federal law to prevent heat illness. Recovery support: Gov. Tate Reeves proclaimed September “Substance Abuse Recovery Friendly Workplace Month,” pushing employers to adopt recovery-friendly practices. Public health operations: Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced Operation Stronghold recovered three credit card/EBT skimmers after inspections at more than 2,100 terminals. Community mental health: East Central Mississippi’s Crisis Intervention Team continues training law enforcement to de-escalate crises and connect people to treatment.
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