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These Augusta-area restaurants earned highest and lowest health scores

These Augusta-area restaurants earned highest and lowest health scores

See which Augusta-area restaurants earned perfect health scores and which ones have some work to do.
Savannah Morning News Savannah Morning News
No soap found in this restaurant's main kitchen during inspections

No soap found in this restaurant's main kitchen during inspections

Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Chatham County, conducted Aug. 18-Aug. 25, 2026.
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16 Marion County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

16 Marion County restaurants cited for high-priority violations

Going out to eat? See which Marion County restaurants were rated best by inspectors, and which failed the test.
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Live roaches found in latest Sarasota area restaurant inspections

Live roaches found in latest Sarasota area restaurant inspections

Health inspectors uncovered live roaches and other high-priority violations during their latest visits to Sarasota-area restaurants.
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Study Reveals Widespread Presence of Hazardous Chemicals in Food Packaging, Raising Public Health Concerns

Study Reveals Widespread Presence of Hazardous Chemicals in Food Packaging, Raising Public Health Concerns

A new peer-reviewed study has identified over 1,200 chemicals in food-contact materials that pose serious health risks, including cancer and reproductive harm. The research, led by the nonprofit Food Packaging Forum Foundation, also found that information is lacking for 87% of the more than 15,000 chemicals used in food processing or packaging, making it impossible to assess their risks. The study categorized 1,222 hazardous chemicals into four tiers based on evidence of human exposure, with 94 chemicals in Tier 1, indicating the highest priority for regulatory action. These Tier 1 chemicals, detected in human samples like breast milk and blood, include PFAS 'forever chemicals,' styrene, phthalates, and bisphenol A, all known to leach from packaging into various foods and beverages. The American Chemistry Council and Food Packaging Coalition did not respond to inquiries about releasing hazard information or phasing out known hazardous chemicals.
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Station Burger Opens in Dover, Occupying Former Chinese Restaurant Space

Station Burger Opens in Dover, Occupying Former Chinese Restaurant Space

Station Burger Opens in Dover, Occupying Former Chinese Restaurant Space
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Nearly 54K cases of chocolate milk recalled. See affected products

Nearly 54K cases of chocolate milk recalled. See affected products

Horizon Organic Dairy manufactured the organic, lowfat milk and recalled some cases in early August.
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Shanghai Ravioli Recalls Nearly 25,000 Pounds of Frozen Buffalo Chicken Due to Inspection Failure

Shanghai Ravioli Recalls Nearly 25,000 Pounds of Frozen Buffalo Chicken Due to Inspection Failure

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that Shanghai Ravioli Corporation is recalling approximately 24,900 pounds of frozen, not-ready-to-eat buffalo chicken products. The recall was initiated because the products were not properly inspected, raising concerns about potential undeclared allergens or harmful bacteria. These products were distributed to food service locations across several Northeastern states, including Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. As of the announcement, there have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these recalled products.
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Tejocote Root Supplement Poses Significant Health Risks, Deemed Ineffective for Weight Loss

Tejocote Root Supplement Poses Significant Health Risks, Deemed Ineffective for Weight Loss

Tejocote root, derived from the Mexican hawthorn tree (Crataegus mexicana), is being marketed as an herbal supplement for weight loss despite a lack of evidence supporting its efficacy. This supplement, also known by names such as raíz de tejocote and Alipotec, has been traditionally used in Hispanic cultures for various medicinal purposes like cough relief, as a diuretic, and as a laxative. However, current use as a weight-loss aid is not supported by research. The supplement has been linked to severe side effects, including gastrointestinal distress, cardiac arrhythmias, and low serum potassium. Alarmingly, many tejocote root products are frequently contaminated with yellow oleander, a highly toxic cardiac glycoside. This contamination can lead to severe neurological, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular toxicity, with reported cases of death.
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Northwest Naturals Recalls Pet Food Due to Salmonella and Listeria Contamination Risk

Northwest Naturals Recalls Pet Food Due to Salmonella and Listeria Contamination Risk

Northwest Naturals has issued a recall for certain pet food products due to potential contamination with salmonella and listeria bacteria. The affected products include its frozen chicken recipe, which serves as both cat food and a protein topper for dogs, sold in two-pound bags with a best-by date of January 26, 2028. Additionally, the frozen raw diet for dogs recipe, sold in six-pound bags with a best-by date of January 25, 2028, is also part of the recall. Both products were distributed and sold nationwide in various stores across the United States. As of the announcement, no illnesses in pets or humans have been reported in connection with this recall. The company is taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of pets and their owners, advising consumers to check the FDA website for more details regarding the recall.
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Over 1,000 New Yorkers sickened by diarrhea-causing parasite. What to know

Over 1,000 New Yorkers sickened by diarrhea-causing parasite. What to know

More than 1,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite that can lead to prolonged diarrhea, have been reported in New York. Here's what to know about symptoms and prevention.
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Northwest Naturals Voluntarily Recalls Raw Pet Food Due to Salmonella and Listeria Contamination

Northwest Naturals Voluntarily Recalls Raw Pet Food Due to Salmonella and Listeria Contamination

Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon, has voluntarily recalled 53 cases (1,272 lbs.) of its Frozen Chicken Recipe cat food (2 lbs. bags) and 19 cases (684 lbs.) of its Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe (6 lbs. bags). The recall was initiated due to potential contamination with Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified the contamination after testing product samples, with the cat food testing positive for Salmonella and the dog food testing positive for both Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The affected products are from specific lots: Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe (cat food) Lot B-5 with a Best By date of 01/26/2028 and UPC 087316384956; and Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe (dog food) Lot B-19 with a Best By date of 01/25/2028 and UPC 087316380392. These products were distributed to retail stores nationwide. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this voluntary recall.