AGP Executive Report
Last update: 23 minutes agoPublic Health: Illinois confirmed 216 cyclosporiasis cases, including 18 hospitalizations, as the parasite-driven “explosive diarrhea” outbreak keeps climbing nationwide; officials still haven’t pinned a source, but past outbreaks have been linked to fresh produce, and Michigan is now pointing to lettuce/salad greens while advising people to buy whole heads, discard outer layers, and avoid bagged lettuce and pre-mixed kits. Air Quality & Heat: An Air Quality Alert is in effect across much of the Chicago area due to high ozone, with extreme heat and humidity pushing heat indexes near 100–105; officials urge people with asthma and other respiratory issues to limit outdoor time and use cooling centers. Community Stewardship: UI Extension is accepting applications for a Prairie’s Edge Master Naturalist training starting Aug. 11 in Mattoon, teaching volunteers to monitor waterways, restore prairies, and help stop invasive species. Research & Health Equity: A UCLA study reports creatine may boost cancer-fighting immune responses by energizing dendritic cells, while a separate profile highlights Acclinate’s push to make clinical trials more inclusive for communities of color.
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