AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBehavioral Health Access: Mentavi says an analysis of 50,642 online evaluations found nearly half of the ZIP codes it served had no listed psychiatrist; about one-third of evaluations came from those areas. The company will present the findings at a November conference. Patient Experience: A Georgetown MBA survey of 290 U.S. adults, supported by Wavetec, found 73% want estimated wait times more than any other information while waiting for care. Health System Innovation: A University of Strathclyde study says Scotland’s national pathway for assessing and adopting health technologies could offer a model for more consistent rollout across the UK. Affordability: U.S. medical debt reached at least $220 billion in 2024, and experts say debt relief only offers temporary help without tackling healthcare costs. Pharma Business: Bayer raised its 2026 profit outlook after stronger-than-expected pharma sales, while its debt and expected Roundup settlement remain major challenges. Infectious Disease: Bird flu has spread to more than 1,200 U.S. dairy herds since 2024. Vaccine candidates are in field trials, but none has yet been licensed for cattle.
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