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Radioactive Contamination Suspected in Recalled Frozen Shrimp
MONDAY, Sept. 8, 2025 — U.S. officials are investigating radioactive contamination linked to frozen shrimp imported from Indonesia after testing found Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope, in some s...
2000 to 2023 Saw Rise in Pediatric Exposure to Medications, Supplements
MONDAY, Sept. 8, 2025 – From 2000 to 2023, the rate of exposure to medications, dietary supplements, and psychoactive substances increased among children aged 6 to 12 years, according to a study...
FDA Calls for Child-Resistant Packaging on Nicotine Pouches
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 3, 2025 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is urging nicotine pouch manufacturers to adopt child-resistant packaging to help prevent children from accidentally ingesting the...
Toxic Algae in Lakes Can Kill Pets Within Minutes, Expert Warns
SUNDAY, Aug. 31, 2025 — As people enjoy the waning days of summer outdoors, a Virginia Tech veterinary expert reminds pet owners about a potentially deadly hazard: Toxic blue-green algae. “Toxic cya...
More Frozen Shrimp Recalled Amid Contamination Fears
FRIDAY, Aug. 22, 2025 — Federal officials have announced the recall of more packages of frozen shrimp that may be contaminated with a radioactive isotope. California-based Southwind Foods has v...
Prenatal Exposure to Pesticide Chlorpyrifos Linked to Brain Abnormalities
FRIDAY, Aug. 22, 2025 – Prenatal exposure to the pesticide chlorpyrifos (CPF) is associated with altered differentiation of neuronal tissue, increased myelination of the internal capsule, and lower...
Pesticide, Chlorpyrifos, Linked To Impaired Brain Development Among Kids
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 20, 2025 — Exposure to a common pesticide during pregnancy can impair children’s brain development and motor function for years to come, a new study says. The widely used pesticide chl...
Walmart Recalls Frozen Shrimp Over FDA Warning About Radiation Risk
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 20, 2025 — If you’ve purchased frozen shrimp from Walmart lately, you may want to hold off on serving it for dinner. Walmart is recalling certain frozen shrimp products sold under its ...
PFAS Exposure Linked to Teen Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery
TUESDAY, Aug. 19, 2025 – For adolescents, exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is associated with weight regain after bariatric surgery, according to a study published...
Parents' Occupational Exposure Tied to Offspring's Autism Severity
MONDAY, Aug. 18, 2025 – Several classes of parental occupational exposures are associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) severity and several behavioral subscales, according to a study...
Instant Coffee Recalled Due to Possible Presence of Glass
THURSDAY, Aug. 14, 2025 – Three lots of 8-oz Clover Valley Instant Coffee are being recalled due to the potential presence of glass, according to a company announcement from Dollar General...
'Forever' Chemicals Might Hamper Weight Loss In Teens
FRIDAY, Aug. 15, 2025 — “Forever” PFAS chemicals might hamper a teenager’s ability to drop excess weight, even if they’ve undergone weight-loss surgery, a new study says. Teens with high blood levels ...
Parents' Workplace Chemical Exposure Might Influence Child's Autism
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 13, 2025 — A child’s symptoms of autism might vary according to their parents’ exposure to workplace chemicals, a new study says. On-the-job chemical exposure among moms and dads prior...
Chewable Dog Medication, Apoquel, Sends Two Cats Into Kidney Failure
SATURDAY, Aug. 9, 2025 — Two cats were rushed to a North Carolina veterinary hospital after eating dog allergy medication and suffering serious kidney damage. Both cats recovered with dialysis, but e...
Chewable Dog Medication, Apoquel, Sends Two Cats Into Kidney Failure
SATURDAY, Aug. 9, 2025 — Two cats were rushed to a North Carolina veterinary hospital after eating dog allergy medication and suffering serious kidney damage. Both cats recovered with dialysis, but e...