AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFDA Recall Watch: A Houston compounding pharmacy, Optimal Balance Pharmacy, is recalling a lot of compounded glutathione injections after testing found elevated bacterial endotoxin levels; the FDA says the product was distributed to 14 states and reports include fever, chills, severe headache, nausea, vomiting, and allergic-type reactions. Food Safety: The FDA also upgraded a nationwide egg recall to Class I, its highest-risk level, tied to salmonella; the eggs were shipped to retailers and foodservice in multiple states including Oklahoma, with dozens sickened and dozens hospitalized. State Health Costs: Oklahoma’s state employee health insurance premiums are set to rise in 2027, with Health Choice High increasing 15.8% and other plans up to 19.5% after board review of medical and pharmacy claims. Child Welfare: Oklahoma County saw a 27% jump in child removals in 2025, driven by domestic violence, substance abuse, abandonment, and limited access to outpatient mental health care. Community Care: Oklahoma-headquartered Omega Home Network highlights a “social hospice” model that adds 24/7 home support to ease family caregiver burden and reduce end-of-life care costs for some patients. Public Health Alerts: Oklahoma City and Tulsa face an ozone alert Friday, with DEQ warning sensitive groups to limit outdoor activity.
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