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Patients warned of counterfeit Ozempic

By Jenna Wilson Authorities across the U.S. are warning the public about the rise of counterfeit versions of the weight loss drug Ozempic. The medication has grown in popularity over the years leading to a high demand for the product. Some places are dealing with a shortage because of this and it’s led to a

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Rising numbers likely to extend flu season

By Harry Loomis Current trends in Buchanan County suggest this flu season is going to stretch out longer than usual. Buchanan County already has recorded 629 positive flu cases in the first half of March. This includes both strains, one affecting the stomach and another affecting the respiratory system. The numbers are an increase from

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Over-the-counter birth control pill to hit store shelves

By Chris Fortune The first over-the-counter birth control pill is expected to be available within a month at major retailers and pharmacies, and some St. Joseph residents said the increased accessibility will allow for easier personal health decisions. The Food and Drug Administration approved Opill, the first daily oral contraceptive approved for use in the

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Allergy season could be coming sooner than expected

By Jazmine Knight With the spring season approaching sooner than usual, pollen and the seasonal allergies that come with it are emerging. Sufferers of seasonal allergies most often experience sneezing, congestion, runny nose and itchy eyes. Some even experience a loss of taste or smell due to nasal congestion. Dr. Melvin McFarlin, medical director at

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COVID is out there despite lack of reports

By Charles Christian Even though mandatory COVID-19 reporting ceased in the fall of 2023, health officials stress that the virus is still around. Holly Hazzard, clinic supervisor at the St. Joseph Health Department, said she is concerned that because the numbers are no longer being reported people have stopped taking the virus as seriously. “It

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Sandberg named ClearSky CEO

By NewsPress Now ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Elwood-St. Joseph has a new chief executive officer. Todd Sandberg is taking the helm of the medical rehabilitation hospital that treats patients with disabling injuries or illnesses such as strokes, brain injuries, hip fractures, spinal injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other medically complex conditions including COVID-19. Sandberg

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