AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Safety: A teen e-bike rider was killed in Southampton after being struck by a UPS truck, underscoring the stakes as New Jersey’s new e-bike rules (including age limits and helmet requirements) roll out July 1. Nutrition & Health: A “dirty soda” trend is drawing medical backlash for packing 55–70 grams of sugar per serving—more like dessert than a drink. Behavioral Health Research: Rutgers researchers report GLP-1 use (like Ozempic/Wegovy) is linked to a weaker connection between impulsivity and violent behavior, though they stress it’s early work. Infectious Disease: A CDC study highlights Rocky Mountain spotted fever can kill quickly, with survival tied to starting doxycycline within five days of symptoms. Community Health Funding: RWJBarnabas Health awarded $1.7M in Hudson County grants to tackle barriers to care and food insecurity. Workplace/Policy Watch: New laws in New York and New Jersey take effect in July, including changes affecting health coverage and workplace rules. Violence Update: Five women were injured in a Jersey City acid attack, and investigators say it may be targeted.
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