AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCancer Care Update: UW Health began offering proton therapy at Eastpark Medical Center, aiming to deliver more precise radiation to tumors while reducing exposure to nearby healthy tissue. Medicare Advantage Watch: A growing number of health systems are dropping Medicare Advantage contracts in 2026, leaving some Wisconsin patients facing sudden out-of-network changes and tighter decision timelines. Public Health—Norovirus: CDC data show this season’s norovirus outbreaks are down sharply versus last year, but still fall in a typical range, not a “fixed” problem. Infectious Disease—Cyclosporiasis: Wisconsin reported over 100 cyclosporiasis cases amid a wider national surge, keeping food safety and outbreak monitoring in focus. Local Health & Safety: Milwaukee County is preparing for another year of deep budget cuts, raising concerns about services that affect residents’ health. Health Workforce Pipeline: Wisconsin Area Health Education Center Scholars Program applications for the 2026–28 cohort are due Oct. 15, supporting training for rural and underserved care. Community Program: Ozaukee County rolled out a Step Up program for teens who use violence toward parents, pairing skills-based therapy with restorative practice.
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