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Cyclospora found at Mexican farm linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says

Cyclospora found at Mexican farm linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration says it found the cyclospora parasite at a Mexican farm identified as the source of a massive lettuce-borne outbreak

Frozen Berries Sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's Recalled Due to E. coli Contamination Risk

Frozen Berries Sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's Recalled Due to E. coli Contamination Risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of frozen berries sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's due to potential E. coli contamination. The affected products include Great Value brand frozen organic blueberries and frozen organic Triple Berry Blend, sold in 10-ounce bags at Walmart stores across 30 states. Additionally, Trader Joe's frozen organic Mixed Berry Blend, sold in 12-ounce packages in 26 states, is also part of the recall. The Great Value frozen blueberries have specific UPC and lot codes, along with best-if-used-by dates ranging from January 19, 2028, to June 12, 2028. The Great Value Triple Berry Blend, containing strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries, has UPC and lot codes with best-if-used-by dates of January 31, 2028, and February 10, 2028. The Trader Joe's Mixed Berry Blend, which includes strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, has a specific UPC and lot code with a best-before date of February 20, 2028. Consumers who have purchased these produ...

Cyclospora found at Mexican farmed linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says

Cyclospora found at Mexican farmed linked to lettuce outbreak, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration says it found the cyclospora parasite at a Mexican farm identified as the source of a massive lettuce-borne outbreak

Flowers Foods Recalls Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen

Flowers Foods Recalls Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen

Flowers Foods, Inc. has issued a recall for its Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread, in both 20 oz. and 40 oz. bags, due to the presence of undeclared milk. This recall affects products distributed to retail customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The company initiated the recall after a review of production records revealed that milk, a common allergen, was not listed as an ingredient on certain packages. The affected products have specific UPC numbers and product codes, along with 'Best if used by' dates ranging from October 8, 2026, to October 18, 2026. Consumers with milk allergies or severe sensitivities are at risk of an allergic reaction if they consume these products. To date, no illnesses or incidents related to this recall have been reported. This action is being taken with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

FDA Closes Cyclospora Outbreak Investigation, Identifies Parasite in Mexican Farm Wastewater

FDA Closes Cyclospora Outbreak Investigation, Identifies Parasite in Mexican Farm Wastewater

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has closed its investigation into the largest Cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history, which sickened nearly 13,000 people. The FDA announced that its inspectors found the Cyclospora parasite in a wastewater tank and a drainage ditch at a Mexican farm linked to the outbreak. This farm, a supplier to Taylor Farms de Mexico, was previously identified as the source of contaminated iceberg lettuce. Despite the discovery, the FDA stated it remains unclear how the parasite initially contaminated the lettuce. Taylor Farms, in a separate statement, indicated that the independent grower responsible for the contamination is no longer part of their supplier program and their facility in central Mexico remains closed as they implement enhanced safety protocols.

Representative Jonathan Jackson Joins 71 Members of Congress Advocating for Continued Prescription Drug Imports

Representative Jonathan Jackson Joins 71 Members of Congress Advocating for Continued Prescription Drug Imports

Representative Jonathan Jackson (D-Illinois) is among 71 members of Congress who have signed a letter urging the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS), and the commissioners of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to ensure the continued allowance of prescription drug imports for personal use. The letter, led by U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and Mark Pocan (WI-02), expresses concern that new CBP procedures for international mail shipments, set to take effect on October 22, could disrupt the ability of approximately 2.3 million Americans to obtain lower-cost prescription medicines from Canada and other countries. The members acknowledge CBP's goal of using better data to identify and intercept high-risk shipments but are worried that the new process might prevent or routinely refuse personal-use prescription medicines, including those obtained from licensed pharmacies abroad. They advocate for using impr...

Amazon Web Services Pledges Over $1 Billion for Data Center Communities Amidst Local Opposition

Amazon Web Services Pledges Over $1 Billion for Data Center Communities Amidst Local Opposition

Amazon Web Services Pledges Over $1 Billion for Data Center Communities Amidst Local Opposition

Walgreens Eye Drops Recalled Amid Sterility Concerns Affecting Over 500,000 Units

Walgreens Eye Drops Recalled Amid Sterility Concerns Affecting Over 500,000 Units

More than 500,000 Walgreens-branded eye-drop products are being recalled due to sterility concerns, as part of a larger recall encompassing nearly 750,000 eye-care products. Sterling Pharmaceutical Services LLC initiated the recall on August 20, citing a 'lack of assurance of sterility.' The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified this as a Class II recall on September 21, indicating that exposure to the affected products may lead to temporary or medically reversible health consequences, with the probability of serious health consequences being remote. The Walgreens-branded items involved include approximately 301,114 bottles of Walgreens Lubricant Eye Drops and 199,600 twin packs. The broader recall also extends to eye-care products distributed under other brands such as AvKare, Reliable-1 Laboratories, Cameron Pharmaceuticals, TRP The Relief Products, and Major.

Fenbendazole Not Approved for Human Cancer Treatment, Poses Risks

Fenbendazole Not Approved for Human Cancer Treatment, Poses Risks

Fenbendazole, an antiparasitic medicine used in veterinary medicine to treat certain worm infections in animals, is not approved for human use in the United States, particularly for cancer treatment. Despite online discussions and personal testimonials suggesting its efficacy against cancer, there is no reliable clinical evidence to support these claims. The drug works by interfering with microtubules in parasites, which are also present in cancer cells, leading to scientific interest. However, laboratory findings and animal studies do not translate directly to safe and effective human treatments. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved fenbendazole for any human use, and there is no established, clinically validated dosing regimen for human cancer. Individuals considering or currently using fenbendazole for cancer are strongly advised to consult their oncology team to discuss potential risks and available evidence-based treatments.

EPA Publishes Guidance on Surfactant Reference Values Using New Approach Methods

EPA Publishes Guidance on Surfactant Reference Values Using New Approach Methods

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently published four documents related to New Approach Methods (NAMs) to its New Chemicals Division (NCD) Reference Library. These documents provide guidance on surfactant reference values, specifically outlining a refined approach for inhalation risk assessment for surfactants. The NCD's new methodology utilizes the MucilAir™ three-dimensional human airway epithelial model, which underwent favorable peer review by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP) in 2018. The EPA is deriving human-relevant points of departure (POD) for respiratory irritation for two reference surfactants, Triton X-100 and oleoyl sarcosine, with the intent to incorporate a broader range of structurally diverse surfactant analogues as human-relevant data becomes available.

FDA and USDA Grant Commercial Inspection to Cultivated Poultry Producers, Allowing Limited Market Entry

FDA and USDA Grant Commercial Inspection to Cultivated Poultry Producers, Allowing Limited Market Entry

FDA and USDA Grant Commercial Inspection to Cultivated Poultry Producers, Allowing Limited Market Entry

U.S. Representative Gabe Amo Secures $1 Million Federal Funding for Tiverton Water System Improvements to Combat PFAS Contamination

U.S. Representative Gabe Amo Secures $1 Million Federal Funding for Tiverton Water System Improvements to Combat PFAS Contamination

U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), alongside U.S. Representative Gabe Amo (D-RI-01), have announced the approval of $1 million in federal funding for Tiverton, Rhode Island. This funding, provided through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Emergency Community Water Assistance grant, is specifically allocated to address widespread contamination by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as 'forever chemicals.' Over one hundred private wells in Tiverton have tested positive for PFAS levels exceeding Rhode Island's standard of 20 parts-per-trillion, with some registering concentrations above 4,000 parts per trillion. The funds will facilitate the installation of an emergency public waterline to provide safe drinking water to residents whose private wells have been compromised. This initiative follows a letter sent by Reed, Whitehouse, and Amo to the head of the USDA on September 8, supporting the request for this critical funding.