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Tomato Recall: FDA Recalls Fresh Tomatoes in 3 States, Elevates to Deadly Warning Level

The FDA has issued a recall for fresh tomatoes in three states due to the potential of salmonella contamination.

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FDA Initiates Major Eye Drop Recall, Consumers Urged To Discontinue Use Immediately

Several over-the-counter eye drops are under recall.

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Urgent Alert: Dozens of Products From Fresh and Ready Foods Recalled Over Listeria Risk

Due to a Listeria outbreak, a Los Angeles company has pulled dozens of ready-made meals from shelves.

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RFK Jr. and FDA Tell Food Companies To Phase Out Artificial Dyes

Food companies have until the end of 2026 to replace artificial dyes with natural alternatives.

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ALDI Recalls Cheese Due to Possible Steel Fragments

ALDI brand cheese has been recalled. Happy Farms Colby Jack Sliced Deli cheese is affected.

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FDA Delays Labeling of ‘Healthy’ Foods

The FDA has delayed the labeling of “healthy” foods.

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FDA Issues Donut Recall: 2 Million Baked Goods With Potential for Listeria

The FDA’s donut recall affects more than 2 million pastries across the U.S. and Canada.

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Chocolate Recall at Highest FDA Level: All the Details

The FDA has placed a recall of Cal Yee Farm chocolate snacks at its highest level.

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FDA Escalates Lay’s Potato Chip Recall to Highest Risk Level

A recall of Lay’s Potato Chips has been elevated to the FDA’s highest classification.

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FDA Approves Ozempic for Kidney Disease

Ozempic has been approved to treat kidney disease by the FDA.

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FDA Proposes Lowering Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes

The FDA has proposed to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes.

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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3, a Color Additive Found in Many Foods

An FDA ban on red dye No. 3 has been in the works for years.

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FDA’s Guidance on Lead in Baby Food Might Just Be Too Little, Too Late

FDA issued guidance limiting the amount of lead allowed in baby food.

Onion Recall FDA Issues Class II Recall for Popular Vegetables Nationwide

Onion Recall: FDA Issues Class II Recall for 150 Types of Popular Vegetables Nationwide

The onion recall impacts more than 150 types of pre-made vegetables.

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FDA Warning: Eye Drops Recalled Nationwide Over ‘Fungal Contamination’

FDA announces recall of eye drops made by Alcon Laboratories.

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FDA Redefines Healthy: White Bread Out, Eggs In

The FDA is redefining what it means to be healthy.

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FDA ‘Actively Reviewing’ a Ban on Red Food Dye

The FDA may ban FD&C Red No. 3 in U.S. food production.

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Mass Recall of Several Vegetables Prompts Quality Control Concerns in the Farming Industry. Here’s Why

The mass recall includes a variety of mixed vegetable medleys.

Dog Treats Recalled by FDA Due to Salmonella Risk

Dog Treats Recalled by FDA Due to Salmonella Risk

The recalled dog treats are being sold in 19 states.

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FDA Report Exposes Disturbing Health Violations at Tom’s of Maine Factory

Tom’s of Maine received a letter of warning after the FDA found bacteria-contaminated water at its plant.

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Costco Recalls Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Butter Due to Missing Ingredient on Label

Nearly 80,000 pounds of Kirkland Signature butter has been recalled at Costco.

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FDA Proposes Ending Use of Popular Decongestant Found in Over-the-Counter Cold Medicines

The FDA is proposing to end the use of a popular nasal decongestant ingredient used in many cold and cough syrups.

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FDA Updates Salmonella Egg Recall to Emergency Class 1

The Food and Drug Administration has updated an egg recall linked to Salmonella to Class 1 due to the chance of fatality.

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FDA Approves the First New Schizophrenia Drug in Decades

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Cobenfy capsules for oral use in the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.

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Walmart Recalls Apple Juice Due to Elevated Arsenic Levels

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall of Great Value apple juice sold by Walmart.

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FDA Approves Clotting Gel That Could Stop Life-Threatening Bleeding Within Seconds

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new clotting gel that could stop life-threatening bleeding within seconds.

Biden Urges Price Cuts on Ozempic, Other GLP-1 Drugs

FDA Warns of Patients Overdosing Compound Versions of Injectable Weight-Loss Drugs

Incorrect dosing appears to be at the heart of patient problems with compounded weight-loss injectables.

FDA Panel Endorses New Alzheimer's Drug by Eli Lilly

FDA Approves Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s Drug

The medication will help patients with early symptoms of the disease.

Diamond Shruumz Microdosing Candy Under FDA Investigation for Death

Diamond Shruumz Microdosing Candy Under FDA Investigation for Death

Diamond Shruumz previously refused to pull its candy from shelves.

Bimbo Bakeries FDA Warning What We Know

Bimbo Bakeries FDA Warning: What We Know

Bimbo is one of America’s most popular bakery brands.

FDA Slaps Dollar Tree With Warning Over Lead-Contaminated Applesauce

FDA Slaps Dollar Tree With Warning Over Lead-Contaminated Applesauce

Dollar Tree didn’t pull the recalled applesauce off the shelves fast enough, according to the FDA.

Vaccine

FDA Authorizes Merck Vaccine for Adults Against Pneumonia-Causing Bacteria

On Monday, Merck announced that the FDA has given the green light to its new vaccine aimed to protect adults from pneumococcus, a bacteria, which can lead to severe illnesses including pneumonia.

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Should Consumers Be Worried About All These Product Recalls?

2024 headlines have so far been dominated by grocery product recalls. Are the increased recalls cause for consumer concern?

FDA Panel Endorses New Alzheimer's Drug by Eli Lilly

FDA Panel Endorses New Alzheimer’s Drug by Eli Lilly

The Alzheimer’s drug by Eli Lilly got a unanimous vote of support from the FDA panel.

FDA Advisors Unanimously Vote in Favor of Updated COVID-19 Shot

FDA Advisors Unanimously Vote in Favor of Updated COVID-19 Shot

The updated COVID-19 shot would be made available in the fall if officially approved.

MDMA Therapy For PTSD Rejected By FDA Panel

MDMA Therapy for PTSD Rejected by FDA Panel

MDMA therapy, which has been considered promising in PTSD treatment, has been rejected by an FDA panel, which cited concerns about the background research involving the use of the controversial psychedelic drug in its rejection.

Guardant's Blood Test For Colorectal Cancer Gets FDA Approval

Guardant’s Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer Gets FDA Adviser Approval

Guardant received support in a 7-to-2 vote.

Neuralink Gets FDA Approval For Second Brain Implant Patient

Neuralink Gets FDA Approval for Second Brain Implant Patient

Neuralink has been approved to implant a chip into a second patient.

FDA Approves Imdelltra To Treat A Deadly Form Of Lung Cancer

FDA Approves Imdelltra To Treat a Deadly Form of Lung Cancer

The FDA has signed off on the use of Imdelltra, manufactured by Amgen, to treat small-cell lung cancer.

FDA Issues Insulin Pump App Recall After More Than 200 Injured

FDA Issues Insulin Pump App Recall After More Than 200 Injured

The FDA has issued a Class 1 recall of a popular insulin pump app after it was discovered that there was a software issue that caused the app to crash.

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FDA Says Eating Yogurt May Help With One Common Disease

The Food and Drug Administration claims that yogurt could help with one common disease, but there’s a catch as to not mislead consumers.

Indian Spice Exports Have Potential for Cancer-Causing Pesticide

An FDA Enforcement Report states that some Indian spice exports have the potential to contain a cancer-causing pesticide.

Many Cancer Drugs Still Unproven 5 Years After Accelerated Approval

Accelerated approval allows for an earlier approval of drugs that treat serious conditions.

Recalls

Why Recalls Have Been on the Rise

Over the past two weeks alone, the FDA has identified a dozen recalls, market withdrawals, and safety advisories spanning products ranging from eye ointments to chocolate bars and ground cinnamon.

Cancer-Causing Chemical Can Form in Popular Acne Treatment Products

Benzene is a cancer-causing chemical that can form in acne treatment products.

Food Packaging With Forever Chemicals No Longer Sold in US

Food packaging coated in forever chemicals will no longer be sold in the United States. The Food and Drug Administration reports that grease-proofing materials containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are being phased out completely. 

Reckitt Benckiser Recalls Baby Formula Due to Potential Contamination

Reckitt Benckiser Recalls Baby Formula Due to Potential Contamination

Reckitt Benckiser, manufacturer of infant formula Mead Johnson Nutrition, has recalled certain units of its hypoallergenic baby formula powder as a precautionary measure due to concerns over bacterial contamination.

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Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Fanta Recall: Here’s What to Know

The Coca-Cola Company has recalled soda cases distributed in Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida for “potential foreign materials.”

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Panera Bread’s Caffeine-Loaded Lemonade Faces Second Wrongful Death

Panera Bread is in the midst of another wrongful death lawsuit.

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Listeria Outbreak Linked to Stone Fruits Kills 1 and Hospitalizes 10

A Listeria outbreak has proven deadly, as one person died and 10 were hospitalized after eating peaches, nectarines, and plums.