AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBenadryl warning: Connecticut’s Office of the Child Advocate confirmed three child deaths from apparent diphenhydramine overdoses and urged parents to store all meds safely, as officials can’t confirm a link to a viral “Benadryl challenge.” Poison-center spike: A new advisory says teen calls involving diphenhydramine have more than doubled in early 2026 versus last year, pointing to intentional misuse. Extreme heat response: Gov. Lamont activated Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, urging vulnerable residents—especially older adults, infants, and people with medical conditions—to use cooling centers. Brain health in midlife: A Yale nursing center highlights research that midlife habits may lower long-term dementia risk. Lead exposure gap: A study finds childhood lead levels fell overall, but disparities persist for children of color and low-wealth families, including in Connecticut. Access & aging: A Connecticut “navigation” program helps older adults age in place by connecting them to services they qualify for. Local health logistics: Ambulance crews are preparing for delays during Gold Star Bridge construction with backup transport options.
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