AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealth Tech in Clinics: UAMS researchers say simple sound machines can cut anxiety for patients in gynecology oncology exam rooms, with the study presented at the Oncology Nursing Society Congress. Retail Logistics: Walmart and Amazon are pushing faster delivery to rural America, turning “too remote” areas into a major battleground. Regulatory Watch: In a Pulaski County city, two biologics-related facilities—UAMS and the Cord Blood Bank of Arkansas—received FDA inspections in April, both with “no action indicated.” Medical Education Leadership: Fort Smith’s ARCOM hired Dr. Christopher Loyke as dean, starting July 1, to lead the osteopathic medical school within the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education. Local STEM & Community: Saline County will open its first Southwest Trail segment with a ribbon cutting May 29, and Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch teams earned state wins and spots at the international competition. Arkansas Policy/Workforce: The Arkansas Ethics Commission issued an advisory opinion on limits for a state technology manager moving into private-sector work.
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