AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI in Care: Avera is rolling out ambient AI “scribes” that listen during visits and draft notes, aiming to cut computer time so clinicians can focus on patients. Public Health Watch: South Dakota’s MMR vaccination rate dipped slightly (90% to 89.9%), with officials noting more families claiming religious exemptions; last year’s measles cases were unvaccinated. Water Safety Concern: A new Columbia study finds lithium in household tap water is a widespread, persistent exposure across Western Tribal communities, with drinking water explaining much of the variation in urinary lithium levels. Food Recall: Amy’s Kitchen recalled about 184,000 cans of Organic Lentil Soup—Light in Sodium due to a pull-tab defect that could lead to spoilage; consumers should check lot 60D0924, best by April 2027. Local Wellness & Access: Oyate Health Center in Rapid City earned national ambulatory-care accreditation from AAAHC after rebuilding operations post-2019. Community Health Support: Rapid City’s Disability Awareness event (ADA-focused) offers families a place to ask questions and connect with local disability organizations. Education & Health Workforce: The South Dakota Board of Regents approved new AI degree programs at Dakota State and South Dakota State, expanding training for tech-driven careers that can support future health systems.
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