Helene highlights fragility of IV fluid supply chain
Oct 17, 2024

Helene highlights fragility of IV fluid supply chain

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IV fluid is a vital supply for hospitals. Now, a nationwide shortage is causing some centers to postpone surgeries.

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Nationwide IV fluid shortage following Helene leads to postponed surgeries

Oct 17, 2024
It was easier for companies to transition to making PPE at the height of the pandemic than it was to produce something as sterile and specific as IV fluid.
“A product like IV fluids is almost like having water to your house — you need tons, like literal tons of this fluid in America's largest hospitals every day,” said Dr. Chris DeRienzo of the American Hospital Association.
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Ulta Beauty’s challenges include increased competition

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In an effort to counter rivals, the retailer is opening more stores.
Ulta Beauty is facing softer consumer demand and increased competition.
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A look at those FDIC funds

The FDIC meets today and is getting an update on the status of the Deposit Insurance Fund. That’s the money the FDIC uses to pay depositors if there’s a bank failure, which took a hit last year when Silicon Valley Bank and several others went under. But where does that money come from? Are taxpayers on the hook?

The team

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Ariana Rosas Producer
Nic Perez Director/Producer
Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer
John Bruington Media Producer
Jesson Duller Media Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC