AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSuicide Prevention: LMH Health reports more than 1,000 local ED and clinic visits in 2025 tied to people considering suicide, with clinicians urging Kansans to watch for warning signs like major life stress, substance use, chronic pain, and hopeless statements—and to act early. Pharmacy Transparency: A Lawrence pharmacist says a new Kansas law targeting pharmacy benefit managers could cut revenue but is meant to bring more transparency to how prescriptions are paid for. Hemp Policy Shake-Up: Wichita’s Kanna Next conference spotlighted fears that upcoming federal action could squeeze Kansas hemp farmers and retailers, especially since cannabinoid products aren’t tightly regulated in the state. Heat Safety: A 100-degree college football opener in Texas turned dangerous for fans, with reports of heat exhaustion medical calls as stadium conditions pushed heat index past 105. Addiction Care in Rural Kansas: KU Wichita’s first addiction medicine fellow is now a full-time specialist in Hutchinson, aiming to expand treatment access across surrounding counties. Water Alerts: KDHE rescinded a “Do Not Drink” order for a Saline County system after testing showed no bacterial contamination and manganese below advisory levels, while issuing a boil-water advisory for Reno County RWD #8 after a waterline break and pressure loss.
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