AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPatient Privacy: A 2025 Oracle Health breach exposed medical and personal information belonging to about 20 million people. Maryland’s LifeBridge Health was among the affected organizations; the breach did not disrupt patient care. Paid Leave: Maryland’s FAMLI program is set to provide paid, job-protected leave starting in January 2028. Payroll deductions begin in 2027, and benefits will cover new children, serious health conditions and caregiving. Infectious Disease: Measles cases in Maryland have surged nearly 20-fold in 2026, underscoring the need for continued vigilance as outbreaks grow in the region. Mental Health: After five suicides in five weeks among people associated with U.S. Cyber Command at Fort Meade, Maryland lawmakers are seeking $11 million to expand access to care and providers; workers say stigma and security-clearance concerns can deter them from seeking help. Environment and Health: The Chesapeake Bay earned a record C+ on its annual report card, with eight of 15 regions improving, though seven remained stable.
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