Category: Health News
FDA Warns Against Eating Too Much Black Licorice
The FDA warned that eating more than 2 ounces (approximately 4 tablespoons) of black licorice every day for at least 2 weeks could lead to heart rhythm problems in adults over 40 years old
Labeling Error Leads to Nationwide Chocolate Recall
A mistake by private-label candy and granola manufacturer GKI Foods LLC has prompted the recall of dozens of dark chocolate products sold at major retailers, including Meijers and Wegmans, across the U.S.
Are You a Good Candidate for TAVR Surgery?
TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement) is a minimally invasive surgery designed to relieve symptoms of aortic valve stenosis in patients who are incompatible with traditional open heart surgery. Learn more to see if TAVR surgery may be a suitable option...
Halloween Buckets Are Why Laundry Pods Are Still a Problem
Tide Pods orange laundry buckets are made for detergent, not Halloween candy.
CDC Recommends Shingrix Shingles Vaccine
The American federal health system has recommended a new shingles vaccine called Shingrix® made by GlaxoSmithKline.
Billionaire Drug Company Founder Arrested in Opioid Bribery Scheme
One of the wealthiest men in the U.S. was arrested Thursday and charged with leading a kickback scheme in which doctors prescribed an opiate painkiller to patients who didn’t even need the medication.
Ikea Dresser Tip-Over Linked to 7th Death
Another tip-over accident involving a recalled Ikea Malm dresser has resulted in the death of a 7th child — and yet another lawsuit against Ikea for selling defective furniture.
Syracuse University Offers Mumps Vaccine As Outbreak Grows
Syracuse University is offering thousands of free booster shots of the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine to fight an ongoing outbreak of mumps that has infected at least 27 people on campus.
Massive Produce Recall Expands as Walmart, Trader Joe’s Pull Veggies Over Listeria Fears
The cluster of recalls associated with Mann Packing's nationwide listeria scare has expanded, as 3 major vegetable recalls were announced on Sunday by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
Great to Go Chicken Bowls Recalled for Listeria Risk
Fresh Foods Manufacturing Co. has recalled of "Great to Go" chicken & vegetable bowls, fried rice, ramen noodles, potstickers, and Thai-style chicken bowls due to a risk of food poisoning with Listeria.