In this chilling episode of The Medicine Murders, Dr. Meredith Beavin and her co-host Andy dive into the case of Heather Pressdee, a Pennsylvania nurse charged with the shocking murders of two patients and the attempted murder of a third using lethal doses of insulin. Explore the disturbing details of her alleged actions, the heartbreaking impact on victims and families, and the crucial role of healthcare ethics in preventing such tragedies.

In the educational segment, learn about insulin’s life-saving role for millions, how it works, and the deadly consequences of misuse. Don’t miss this mix of true crime and medical insight, bringing awareness to the darker side of medicine.

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1. Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General: Official press release detailing Heather Pressdee's sentencing and the charges against her.

• Western Pennsylvania Nurse Sentenced to Consecutive Life Sentences

• Pennsylvania nurse who gave patients lethal or possibly lethal insulin doses gets life in prison

• ‘She is evil personified’: Victims' families face killer nurse Heather Pressdee

• Pa. Nurse Pleads Guilty to Killing Patients with Fatal Insulin Doses

• Pennsylvania nurse pleads guilty to killing nursing home residents with insulin

• PA nurse pleads guilty to killing patients with excessive insulin

• Heather Pressdee - Wikipedia

• Heather Pressdee pleads guilty in deaths of 17 Pittsburgh-area nursing home patients

• Pa. Nurse Pleads Guilty to Killing Patients with Fatal Insulin Doses

• Is this nurse one of America's most prolific serial killers?

In Episode 2, we examine the Kenneth Barlow case, a groundbreaking story from 1957 England. Kenneth Barlow, a trusted nurse, used his medical knowledge to murder his pregnant wife, Betty, by injecting her with insulin. This shocking crime became the first documented murder conviction involving insulin and forever changed the field of forensic toxicology.

This episode is dedicated to Diabetes Awareness Month, highlighting the dual nature of insulin—its life-saving importance and its potential for harm when misused.

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References:

• Marks, V., & Richmond, C. (2008). Kenneth Barlow: the first documented case of murder by insulin. Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, 101(1), 19-21.SAGE Journals
• "Medicine: The Imperfect Crime." TIME, September 8, 1958.Time
• "Kenneth Barlow | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers." Murderpedia

In our first episode of The Medicine Murders, we dive into the disturbing story of Betty Bowman, whose untimely death was allegedly caused by a potent drug more commonly associated with treating gout.

Join Dr. Meredith Beavin and her co-host, Andy, as they uncover the twists and turns in Betty's life, the chilling details of the crime, and the mysterious role colchicine played. After exploring the case, we'll break down what colchicine is, how it’s used in medicine, and why this drug, used incorrectly, can be so deadly. Get ready for a blend of true crime and medical insight that will make you see familiar medications in a whole new light.

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Main Sources

1.CBS News Report: Connor Bowman and Bumble Search Warrant

•Source: CBS News, October 2023. Details about the search warrant related to Connor Bowman’s use of Bumble and other key evidence in the investigation.

2.Criminal Complaint Against Connor Bowman

•Source: Minnesota State Criminal Complaint, 2023. Comprehensive documentation of Connor Bowman’s alleged actions, digital footprint, and evidence leading to his arrest.

3.Mayo Clinic – Information on Colchicine and Gout Treatment

•Source: Mayo Clinic’s medical resources, providing background on colchicine, its therapeutic uses, and its toxicity.

4.WebMD - Overview of Gout and Colchicine’s Use

•Information on gout, common medications for treatment, and typical dosing of colchicine.

5.American College of Rheumatology - Gout Management and Medication Guidelines

•Latest guidelines on acute and chronic gout management, including colchicine.

6.Healthline - Colchicine Toxicity and Overdose Risks

•Details on the toxic effects of colchicine and symptoms of overdose.

7.Rochester Local News Articles

•Background articles on Betty Bowman’s community impact, family statements, and updates on the case.