AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTick Season Prep: Health experts say tick-borne illness cases have surged over the past two decades, and this summer is the time to cover up, avoid thick brush, and use repellents like permethrin on skin and clothing—plus keep pets protected with vet-recommended flea and tick preventatives. AI for Mental Health: A new survey finds 1 in 5 American adolescents have used AI chatbots for mental health guidance, raising concerns about reliability as more people turn to bots instead of clinicians. AI + Medicine Partnership: Microsoft is teaming with Mayo Clinic to build an AI model trained on medical records and clinician expertise, aiming to help patients and providers interpret care more safely. Trans Youth Privacy Fight: Lambda Legal, ACLU, and NYCLU filed a federal class action challenging efforts to force New York hospitals to hand over identities and sensitive health data of transgender youth. Men’s Preventive Care Push: With Men’s Health Awareness Month underway, local hospitals are urging men to book primary care visits and screenings earlier. Wellness Tech Update: Oura is rolling out new health radar features and expanded ability to upload labs and records, positioning the ring as a “doctor in your pocket” style tool.
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