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Nebraska Helps to Secure $720 Million from Eight Opioid Drug Makers
Today, the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office announced approximately $720 million nationwide in settlements with eight drug makers that manufactured opioid pills and worsened the nationwide opioid crisis. Based on the overwhelming participation...

Ardmore Institute of Health Supports The Institute for Functional Medicine in Helping Clinicians Address Chronic Disease
Washington State, USA, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FEDERAL WAY, Wash. – July 8, 2025 – The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) today announced that Ardmore Institute of Health (AIH) has awarded it a $30,000 grant to accelerate the...

Natureen International Inc. Recalls Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5oz) Because of Possible Health Risk
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos...

Natureen International Inc. Recalls Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5oz) Because of Possible Health Risk
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos...

Natureen International Inc. Recalls Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5oz) Because of Possible Health Risk
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos...

Air Methods Bases in Nebraska Earn Pediatric Readiness Recognition
NORTH PLATTE, NE, July 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Understanding the importance of being prepared to provide life-saving care and transport for patients of all ages, all Air Methods-operated bases in Nebraska, the nation's leading air medical...

Natureen International Inc. Recalls Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5oz) Because of Possible Health Risk
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos...

CPESN USA Honors 32 Community-Based Pharmacies; Awards Sponsored by Compliant Pharmacy Alliance (CPA)
CPESN USA today announces the recipients of its 2025 CPESN Most Engaged Pharmacy Awards and recognizes 32 pharmacies from across America. GARNER, NC, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CPESN USA, a clinically integrated,...

Gov. Pillen Signs Emergency Regulations Guiding Implementation of Medical Cannabis
NEBRASKA, July 1 - CONTACT: Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495 Gov. Pillen Signs Emergency Regulations Guiding Implementation of Medical Cannabis LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has approved emergency regulations adopted by the Nebraska Medical...

Caretech Acquires Wyoming’s Trusted Quality Home Health Care
Family-oriented companies unite to bring expanded services, skilled care, and heartfelt support across rural communities OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Caretech, a family-owned, mission-driven home care provider...

For the second year in a row, UCHealth recognized as one of the most socially responsible health care systems in the nation
Aurora, CO, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UCHealth is proud to be named one of the nation’s most socially responsible health care systems by independent think tank, Lown Institute. The 2025-26 Lown Institute Hospitals Index ranks UCHealth No....

Synchrocare Launches Franchise Program in Tennessee, Opening New Doors for Healthcare Entrepreneurs
Empowering Business Owners to Deliver Innovation in a Rapidly Growing Medical Device Market TN, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Synchrocare, LLC, a leader in medical device distribution, has officially launched its new...

Unique Trauma Treatment Training Provided to Select Clinicians across Nebraska Serving Justice Involved Youth
The Juvenile Probation Services Division has been dedicated to enhancing the Behavioral Health Screening process for youth in the justice system by implementing two new screening tools to identify behavioral health needs and trauma symptoms among...

Synchrocare Expands Franchise Program to Missouri, Opening New Pathways in the Growing Medical Device Market
Empowering Entrepreneurs to Help Transform U.S. Healthcare Through a Proven Franchise Model MO, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Synchrocare LLC, a trusted name in advanced medical device sales and solutions, is pleased to...

Attorney General Bird Announces $37.8 Million Opioid Settlement from Purdue Pharma
DES MOINES -- Attorney General Brenna Bird today announced that Iowa has agreed to sign on to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family. The settlement would resolve litigation against Purdue and the Sacklers...

Picotte Center Opens in Historic Walthill Hospital, Renews Legacy of First Native American Doctor to Earn Medical Degree
The Picotte Memorial Center in Walthill On June 22nd, Picotte Memorial Center in Walthill will hold a public open house, celebrating the restoration of a historic hospital and renewing the legacy of its trailblazing namesake—Dr. Susan La Flesche...

Picotte Center Opens in Historic Walthill Hospital, Renews Legacy of First Native American Doctor to Earn Medical Degree
The Picotte Memorial Center in Walthill On June 22nd, Picotte Memorial Center in Walthill will hold a public open house, celebrating the restoration of a historic hospital and renewing the legacy of its trailblazing namesake—Dr. Susan La Flesche...

Banner Health names new chief supply chain officer
Phoenix, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After more than two decades in health care supply chain management, Ryan Koos has joined Banner Health as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer. Koos will oversee all aspects of Banner’s...

Washington state will receive up to $105.6 million from national settlement with Purdue Pharma
SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown today announced that all 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, agreed to sign on to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family. This...

Attorney General James Announces Every State Has Joined $7.4 Billion Settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement in principle with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler...