Hurricane Helene floods disrupt bee nests in western North Carolina, leading to increased stinging incidents and prompting state health officials to acquire allergy medications and consider over-the-counter epinephrine sales.
Flooding from Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has disrupted yellow jacket and bee nests, leading to increased swarming and stinging incidents. In response, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is procuring Benadryl and epinephrine injections to meet the growing demand for allergy medications. Additionally, over 2,000 EpiPens have been provided by Direct Relief. The state is considering allowing epinephrine sales without a prescription and recommends preventive measures to avoid stings.
October 04, 2024
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