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Tragic First: UK Nurse Dies Following Newly Approved NHS Weight-Loss Drug Injections

North Lanarkshire, Scotland — A Scottish nurse’s recent death has raised concerns over the safety of a newly approved weight-loss medication. Susan McGowan, 58, a long-serving nurse at University Hospital Monklands, died on September 4 following complications linked to her usage of tirzepatide, also known by its brand name Mounjaro. It marks the first recorded fatality in the UK associated with the drug, highlighting potential risks even as weight-loss treatments gain traction in public health …

Alert Issued on Surge of Counterfeit Weight Loss Injections Sold Online

London, U.K. — Health experts are sounding the alarm over a surge in online sales of counterfeit weight loss injections, which pose significant health risks to consumers. These fake products, often marketed under the guise of legitimate weight loss treatments, are increasingly being found on various online platforms, leading to concerns about their safety and efficacy. The counterfeit injections are deceptively marketed as legitimate pharmaceutical grade products, often mimicking popular brands prescribed for weight management. …

Fentanyl Drug Diversion: Oregon Hospital Patients Die from Tap Water Injections

MEDFORD, Oregon – A criminal investigation is underway at an Oregon hospital following the deaths of multiple patients. According to NBC5 News, the deaths were reportedly caused by infections resulting from tap water injections that were substituted for fentanyl. Fentanyl is a commonly diverted drug and one of the most dangerous opioids. The Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford is the subject of the investigation, as police look into at least one patient’s death. …