A new Hamilton VA outpatient clinic expands local access to primary care, mental-health, podiatry and audiology for Butler County veterans.

A viral TikTok led Mark Cuban to pay for a medical flight after an insurer denied coverage, getting a Minnesota infant to Cincinnati for urgent leukemia care.

A Cincinnati constituent living with epidermolysis bullosa helped persuade Rep. Greg Landsman to introduce a bill that would test nationwide Medicaid coverage for costly wound‑care supplies. Lawmakers and advocates say the study could show whether covering bandages prevents expensive hospital stays.

KFF and CDC figures show opioid deaths fell roughly 32% in 2024, and Ohio’s decline outpaced many states as officials credit naloxone, treatment and new early‑warning tools.

A new review in The Lancet Psychiatry finds little evidence that cannabis eases anxiety, depression or PTSD — even as many people use it to self‑medicate.

Ohio regulators recalled Modern Flower Minis 'White Truffle' after a testing violation, sales are on hold and affected packages can be returned for refunds.

USDA warns some Costco La Boulangerie pockets labeled turkey pesto may contain ham and cheese, creating an allergen risk. Check for lot 04926 and return affected boxes for a refund.

Hoxworth says Type O and platelet donors are urgently needed as hospitals use blood faster than supplies arrive; donors through March 17 get an e‑gift and T‑shirt.

A Montgomery-area cosmetic surgery landed a Cincinnati woman on life support, and her husband is publicly alleging a medication error as the family seeks answers. A fundraiser and legal counsel are underway.

Ohio regulators recalled Sweet Talk gels and gummies after inspectors found individual servings missing the required THC symbol. Customers are being told to check packaging and return affected items for refunds.

Hamilton County recorded 194 overdose deaths in 2025, the fewest in more than a decade, the coroner says. Officials warn new synthetic opioids and supply risk remain.

A bipartisan Senate bill would create statewide referral teams, telehealth peer support and initial funding to link mothers who screen positive for perinatal behavioral health conditions to care.

A national review of CDC records finds fentanyl mixed with stimulants now drives a sharp rise in fatal overdoses among Americans 65 and older, prompting new warnings for prescribers and caregivers.