18 plaintiffs, including nine deceased patients, sue Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Oregon for $303M, alleging negligence regarding fentanyl contamination and inadequate monitoring.

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Oregon faces a $303 million lawsuit alleging negligence after a nurse, Dani Marie Schofield, allegedly replaced fentanyl with non-sterile tap water in intravenous drips. The lawsuit, filed by 18 plaintiffs—including nine deceased patients—claims the hospital failed to monitor medication procedures and prevent drug diversion. Schofield, arrested for assault, is not named in the suit, which seeks damages for medical expenses and suffering.

September 03, 2024
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