AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealth & Safety in the Virgin Islands: St. Croix’s Relay for Life marked its 25th anniversary on June 6, with 35 teams, survivor stories, and more than $200,000 already raised toward a $300,000 goal—highlighting community support for people facing cancer. Workforce & Emergency Care: The UVI Medical Simulation Center was added to the U.S. Virgin Islands Eligible Training Provider List, unlocking WIOA funding for EMT training; cohort 2 completed, with graduates moving toward NREMT certification. Medicare Fraud Prevention: Medicare Fraud Prevention Week spotlights rising scams and practical steps for beneficiaries—don’t share your Medicare number, watch for suspicious charges, and report suspected fraud to the Senior Medicare Patrol. Privacy & Consumer Data: The FTC finalized a modified order against Illuminate Education after a breach exposed sensitive student data, underscoring how weak security and delayed notifications can trigger federal enforcement. Local Health Policy Watch: A Third Circuit ruling rejected “overtime gap time” claims under the FLSA, though state wage laws may still leave employers on the hook. Community Health Preparedness: New York officials described ongoing special pathogen drills, including simulations for outbreaks—training that can include hospitals and regional partners across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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