AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBehavioral Health Workforce: Emplify Health by Gundersen in La Crosse won accreditation to launch a psychiatry residency program, adding training capacity to help ease a regional shortage of mental health clinicians. Homelessness Response: La Crosse County reported progress under Pathways Home, with the unhoused population dropping from about 300 in Nov. 2024 to just under 200 today as officials push toward “functional zero” by 2029. Suicide Prevention & Crisis Care: Wisconsin marked 988’s fourth anniversary, with local experts urging people to watch for warning signs and reach out—988 remains available 24/7. Measles Outbreak: Southwest Wisconsin’s measles outbreak climbed to 151 confirmed cases (plus probable cases), prompting DHS to urge families to check vaccination status and monitor after possible exposure. Dental & Public Health Policy: Two Rivers city leaders voted to remove fluoride from drinking water, citing resident concerns while noting the ongoing debate over dental benefits. Hospital & Nursing Labor: Nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee filed charges with the NLRB against SSM Health, alleging violations tied to union negotiations. EMS/Community Care: Aspirus Health announced a Sept. 17 grand opening for its new Chippewa Falls Hospital and Clinic, expanding services including emergency care, inpatient care, imaging, labs, and pharmacy. Safety Alerts: Wisconsin reported a fatal crash involving a semi and SUV on State Highway 54, and authorities described a separate crash where a driver’s “sneezing fit” led to an Amish buggy collision.
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