FDA sends letter to Novo Nordisk over potential GLP-1 side effects
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration sent a warning letter this month to Novo Nordisk, the maker of…
Oklahoma faces mental health workforce shortage, report reveals
PROBLEM AND THE SOLUTIONS THEY SUGGEST A NEW NATIONAL REPORT FINDS OKLAHOMA DOESN’T HAVE ENOUGH PEOPLE WORKING TO…
Robin Beets was killed at a dementia unit but his family don’t want the other patient charged
Nurses and caregivers said Beets was a “gentleman” and a “lovely guy”. In August 2023, Beets was assessed…
Greenville child health care provider sees ‘spike’ in flu cases
Upstate health providers say flu type B is on the rise in the Greenville community. Parkside Pediatrics has…
Taupō terminal cancer patient endures visa hurdle after electing for assisted dying
Cook, who also has power of attorney for Kelly, spoke to the Rotorua Daily Post while supporting him…
New mental health facility set to open in south Oklahoma City
CAMPUS. KOCO MEGHAN MOSLEY GOT A TOUR OF THAT FACILITY TODAY. YEAH. THIS NEW BUILDING WILL HOLD 32…
Des Moines-based OpenLoop Health sued over over an alleged cyberattack
A Des Moines company is facing a potential class action lawsuit over an alleged cyberattack that may have…
Mental health patient who stabbed stranger while on escorted leave had history of violence
Poutama Rawiti Clarence Owen appeared in the Hutt Valley District Court before Judge Michael Mika on Wednesday after…
Some patients experience mental health backlash from GLP-1 medications
The use of GLP-1 weight loss medications is skyrocketing in the United States, more than doubling since 2024.…
Female patient at Hutt Hospital harassed by confused male patient, Health and Disability Commissioner finds
During her admission, a “confused” male patient began showing her unwanted attention. The hospital looked at his medication…
Life-saving lifeline: Wairoa airport runway to be extended and upgraded
The upgrade will be funded with a $3m grant from the Regional Infrastructure Fund and $1.2m from the…
Iowa House advances bill allowing ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine without prescription
A bill allowing two controversial medications to become available over the counter advanced in the Iowa House Thursday…