The recent hurricane in North Carolina has caused a shortage of IV fluids, forcing hospitals to reassess stock and prioritize supplies for critical patients, with some procedures being postponed due to the shortage.

A national shortage of IV fluids has prompted some hospitals in the state to prioritize critically ill patients when using their supplies, the Indiana Hospital Association said Monday.

INDIANA— Indiana hospitals are closely monitoring the ongoing national shortage of IV fluids, which has impacted hospitals and healthcare providers across the country. While