Vaccine to Prevent Hepatitis C Possible by Exposing Virus to Attack
Manipulating a protein of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) in a way that exposes it to a direct attack by the immune system may help lead to a preventative vaccine, according to a new study.
Hand Sanitizers are Poisoning Thousands of Children: CDC Warning
A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that thousands of kids in the U.S. have gotten seriously ill from drinking alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Tyson Chicken Supplier
More than 70,000 chickens have been destroyed at a farm in Tennessee that supplies Tyson Foods in response to an outbreak of lethal avian influenza.
Autism Linked to Increased Cerebrospinal Fluid Levels
Researchers at the University of North Carolina have found a link between increased levels of cerebrospinal fluid in the brains of infants and a higher risk for autism.
Ohio Company Recalls 40,000 Pounds of Veal Over E. Coli Fears
The Ohio Farms Packing Co. is recalling several thousand boxes of boneless veal products for possible contamination with E. coli, a bacterium that causes severe food poisoning illness.
6 Tons of “Ready-to-Eat” Chicken Nuggets Recalled for Being Undercooked
Wayne Farms LLC has issued a recall for 6 tons of ready-to-eat “Waffle Breaded Bites” chicken nuggets sold at Food Lion stores in 10 states after complaints of the products being undercooked.
Lawsuit Claims Automakers Knowingly Installed Faulty Airbags: Find Out if Your Vehicle is Affected
A new lawsuit alleges that five leading auto manufacturers were aware of defects that caused Takata airbags to explode and kill motorists, but continued to use them so they could save money.
Trader Joe’s Recalls Apple Sauce Over Dangerous Glass Fragments
Trader Joe's is voluntarily recalling three kinds of unsweetened applesauce due to "the potential presence of glass pieces" in the jars.
Mother Blames Monster Energy Drink for Death of Son
A Jacksonville mother claims her 19-year-old son died after consuming about half a can of Monster Energy Drink.
Ready Pac Recalls 30 Tons of Salad Over Listeria in Cheese
Pre-packaged chicken salads made by Ready Pac are being recalled across the U.S. after the company discovered they contain cheese that is already being recalled as part of an ongoing listeria outbreak.