AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Safety Alerts: USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for certain ready-to-eat chicken products sold in Missouri that contain jalapeños potentially contaminated with Salmonella, urging shoppers to check use-by dates and updates as more downstream items may be identified. Recall Watch: Walmart shoppers should check Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter jars for a specific lot code and a 28 January 2027 expiry date after Salmonella was found in a recalled lot distributed across 19 states including Missouri. Cycling Safety: A 7-year-old boy was seriously injured after being hit by a car while riding a bike in Pleasant Hill; reports say he was not wearing a helmet. Heat & Health: The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for parts of the St. Louis region and a heat advisory for the Ozarks, with guidance to hydrate, limit sun and strenuous activity, and watch for heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Local Health Workforce: A bilingual nurse joined the Cole County Health Department, supporting immunizations, TB testing, and health education with translation help for residents. Community Health Services: Cole County’s sheriff warned jail costs are rising as mental health capacity limits in-county housing, pushing some inmates to other facilities.
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