Category: Health & Fitness

Fresh produce safety is receiving renewed attention after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration finalized new guidance for companies that prepare and package fresh fruits and vegetables. The move comes as health officials continue investigating Salmonella and cyclosporiasis outbreaks linked to produce consumed across the United States. _x000D_ The guidance focuses on foods such as… Continue reading Fresh Produce Safety: FDA Issues New Guidance

A pilot study suggests that gut bacteria treatment could help some people with severe peanut allergies tolerate larger amounts of peanuts without experiencing an allergic reaction. _x000D_ Researchers tested fecal microbiota transplants, which aim to change the mix of bacteria living in the intestines. The treatment involved 10 young adults with severe peanut allergies who… Continue reading Gut Bacteria Treatment May Ease Severe Peanut Allergies

The Cyclosporiasis outbreak Michigan residents are facing continues to affect grocery stores and produce markets, even after health officials cleared shoppers to buy lettuce again. Many consumers remain cautious, keeping fresh greens away from their shopping carts because of ongoing fears about food contamination. _x000D_ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration linked the outbreak to… Continue reading Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Impacts Michigan Lettuce Sales

Sleep quality may play a bigger role in teenagers’ academic performance and social lives than screen time, exercise or diet, according to new research. _x000D_ The findings highlight the importance of healthy sleep routines for adolescents, particularly those experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges. _x000D_ Researchers found that sleep may be… Continue reading Sleep Quality May Matter Most for Adolescents’ Grades

Sweetgreen shares fell sharply after the salad chain lowered its annual sales forecast as cyclosporiasis fears weighed on consumer demand for fresh produce. _x000D_ The company’s shares dropped about 15% in premarket trading Friday, following the forecast cut announced a day earlier. Sweetgreen now expects annual same-store sales to decline between 7% and 8%. Its… Continue reading Sweetgreen Shares Slide on Cyclosporiasis Fears

US health authorities are investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak in US explained by contaminated fresh jalapeño peppers imported from Mexico. The investigation involves the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and state and local health departments. _x000D_ The outbreak comes as federal health officials also investigate a… Continue reading Salmonella Outbreak in US Explained: Jalapeño Recall

Jalapenos tied to Salmonella outbreak have triggered a nationwide food safety investigation after hundreds of people fell ill across the United States. Health officials confirmed that contaminated jalapeno peppers imported from Mexico have infected hundreds of consumers, prompting a major recall and raising fresh concerns about produce safety. _x000D_ The Centers for Disease Control and… Continue reading alapenos Tied to Salmonella Outbreak in 27 US States

The United States has recorded a sharp rise in hospital visits linked to nausea and vomiting among frequent marijuana users. _x000D_ A report released Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that emergency room diagnoses of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome increased 16% from October through May. _x000D_ The condition affects people who… Continue reading US Sees Jump in Nausea Cases Among Marijuana Users

Amazon Pharmacy weight-loss drugs are now available to eligible Medicare beneficiaries for $50 per month under a new federal bridge program aimed at expanding access to obesity treatments. The initiative simplifies enrollment, insurance verification, and prescription approval while giving patients the option of home delivery or in-store pickup. _x000D_ The move reflects Amazon’s growing role… Continue reading Amazon Pharmacy Weight-Loss Drugs for Medicare

Michigan health officials have confirmed that Michigan cyclosporiasis cases have climbed to 12,218, marking another significant increase as the state continues responding to one of its largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent years. Authorities reported 710 new infections in the latest daily update and urged residents to remain cautious while investigations continue. _x000D_ The outbreak… Continue reading Michigan Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise Above 12,000