AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFDA Confirmation Watch: The U.S. Senate health committee is set to question Heidi Overton, President Trump’s pick to lead the FDA, as lawmakers zero in on vaccines, the abortion pill, and drug approvals after major staffing losses and political trust issues. Broadband Fight in Louisiana: The FCC’s proposal to override local broadband rules is drawing pushback from cities and towns, including Lafayette, where municipal networks argue local control helps close the digital divide. New Orleans Health Tech: Medevise Consulting will host an “Robotics in Ophthalmology” workshop during AAO 2026, with FDA perspectives on what it takes for surgical robots to reach patients. Green-Economy Workforce: Frontline Gig secured $250,000 from the Richard King Mellon Foundation to expand paid pathways into clean-energy and community resilience careers, with plans to grow into New Orleans. Biotech in the Spotlight: Merck reported positive Phase 2b/3 BRUNELLO results for remigromig in diabetic macular edema, to be discussed at AAO in New Orleans. Local Science Question: An Iberville Parish study on low-frequency sounds and vibrations near Plaquemine found no ground vibrations outside normal ranges, but residents are calling for more follow-up. Public Health & Policy: Louisiana is among states moving toward default 50-50 child custody in divorce cases, as more states adopt shared-parenting presumptions.
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