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08/06/2026 · Le Mars

Home Oxygen Access Challenges Delay Hospital Discharges Nationwide

A recent national survey indicates that restricted access to high-flow home oxygen equipment prolongs patient stays in hospitals. These delays reportedly increase both financial burdens and health risks for individuals. The issue also impacts healthcare system costs.

07/29/2026

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FDA Approves Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor for Cholesterol Reduction

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lipfendra (enlicitide), an oral medication designed to lower LDL cholesterol. This approval marks the first time an oral PCSK9 inhibitor has received authorization for use in adults with high cholesterol.

07/27/2026 · Iowa

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Lawsuit Filed Against Taco Bell, Taylor Farms in Cyclospora Outbreak

A national food safety law firm filed a lawsuit against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms, alleging negligence. The suit connects to a 2026 cyclospora outbreak that sickened individuals in multiple states. An army veteran hospitalized with the infection is the named plaintiff.

07/27/2026 · Iowa

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Healthcare-Associated Infections Declined in 2023, CDC Reports

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a decline in healthcare-associated infections during 2023. These findings highlight changes within patient safety initiatives.

07/26/2026 · Iowa

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FDA Proposes Rule to Enhance Oversight of Foreign Tobacco Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed a new rule to strengthen its ability to identify and block illegally imported foreign tobacco products. This measure seeks to protect public health by preventing unauthorized tobacco from entering the U.S. market.

07/21/2026 · Iowa

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FDA Approves First Gene Therapy for Young Children with Sickle Cell Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted supplemental approval for Casgevy, a gene therapy. This approval targets children aged two years and older with sickle cell disease or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia.

07/21/2026 · Iowa

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