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Cbsnews
17 hours ago
Health

Walmart chia seeds sold nationwide recalled due to salmonella

Consumers should check for recalled Chia seeds with specific lot numbers and UPC codes due to potential salmonella contamination. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Health

Organic walnuts E. Coli alert: 7 hospitalized by recalled bulk nuts that may have been sold in over 300 stores

CDC and FDA warn of E. Coli contamination in organic bulk walnuts from Gibson Farms affecting multiple states and leading to hospitalizations. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Raw oysters have sickened diners across Southern California. Take caution, officials warn

Public health officials in Southern California are warning consumers about the potential health risks of consuming raw oysters due to a potential norovirus contamination.
San Diego and Los Angeles counties have reported cases of norovirus illnesses that may be linked to imported shellfish harvested in Mexico.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has advised restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell oysters distributed by Sociedad Acuicola GolPac that were potentially contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
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Futurism
2 months ago
Environment

Climate Change on Track to Unearth Buried Nuclear Waste, Officials Warn

Rising global temperatures could unearth disposed nuclear waste from the Cold War.
Climate change could escalate contamination of nuclear testing sites by spreading contaminated soil and entering oceans. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Health

FDA warns of copycat eye drops that may be contaminated and ineffective

The US FDA has warned against using certain unapproved eye drops that pose a risk of infection.
The FDA advises consumers to discard these copycat products immediately and seek medical care if they have any signs or symptoms of an eye infection. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Health

Robitussin's maker recalls cough syrup for possible high levels of yeast

Haleon, the maker of Robitussin cough syrup, is recalling several lots of products containing honey due to contamination.
The contamination could pose a serious risk to people with weakened immune systems. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
Health

California health officials link gastrointestinal illness to raw oysters imported from Mexico

Raw oysters imported from Mexico are linked to gastrointestinal illness in Southern California.
The California Department of Public Health warns consumers about raw oysters from specific locations in Mexico being contaminated with norovirus. [ more ]
theconversation.com
5 months ago
Health

Recent FDA Warning about Bacteria in Eye Drops: What You Should Know

FDA warns consumers about 26 eye drop products due to risk of eye infection and vision loss
Contamination in eye drop manufacturing facilities can lead to bacterial or fungal contamination of products [ more ]
BKReader
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Gowanus Canal Toxins Leaked to Nearby Buildings, Officials Say

Contaminants from the Gowanus Canal have leaked into the groundwater of almost 50 nearby buildings.
Soil vapor intrusion is causing people living or working in contaminated sites to be exposed to noxious fumes. [ more ]
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