AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBrushing scam hits Arizona consumers: A Scottsdale couple says they’ve been flooded with unsolicited packages tied to a growing “brushing” fraud scheme—fake names on deliveries meant to generate bogus online reviews, with the risk that accounts or payment info could be compromised. Health & compliance: HHS-OCR announced $1.1M in HIPAA settlements after ransomware-linked breaches, spotlighting weak annual risk analysis and cyberattacks. Local services expand: CodaPet is growing in-home pet euthanasia in Phoenix with added licensed veterinarians. Public health pressure: CDC provisional data shows U.S. overdose deaths fell for a third straight year, but Arizona is among states seeing increases of 10%+; rural cancer patients still struggle to afford care. Housing crunch stays front and center: A new Maricopa County study estimates a 34,000+ unit deficit and says it could take centuries to catch up—while Valley growth faces added friction from NIMBY opposition. Business & jobs: Modigent reports strong Q1 wins across power, data centers, healthcare labs, and distribution.
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