AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDSM Update in the Works: A University of Pennsylvania psychiatrist is leading efforts to shape the next Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, with proposals like a “living DSM” and more person-centered diagnoses. School Lead Rules Relaxed: Pennsylvania quietly lowered public reporting for school drinking-water lead tests, requiring disclosure only above 5 parts per billion—raising alarms about parents being left in the dark. Data Centers, Local Power Strain: Pittsburgh and Allegheny County are moving cautiously amid the data-center boom, while nearby communities push for tighter rules and utilities warn about grid and power impacts. Cyberattacks on Water Systems: Hackers targeted internet-facing industrial controls at water and wastewater utilities across at least seven states, disrupting operations and triggering safety concerns even without reported contamination. Heat and Water Stress: Record heat is driving lethal river temperatures in the West, leading to widespread fishing closures to protect trout. Invasive Species Watch: Spotted lanternflies continue spreading, and experts urge residents to help track and control them. Pennsylvania Health Research: A study led by Penn researchers finds traditional Diné food can improve outcomes for heart failure patients, highlighting culturally grounded care.
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