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U.S. Congressional Report Backs Lab-Leak Theory for COVID-19 Origins
A Republican-led congressional panel has concluded that the COVID-19 pandemic likely originated from a laboratory accident at the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) in China, reigniting the contentious debate over the virus's origins. After a two-year investigation, the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released a 520-page report on Monday, asserting that "the weight of the evidence increasingly supports the lab-leak hypothesis." 
A Republican-led congressional panel has concluded that the COVID-19 pandemic likely originated from a laboratory accident at the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) in China, reigniting the contentious debate over the virus's origins. After a two-year investigation, the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic released a 520-page report on Monday, asserting that "the weight of the evidence increasingly supports the lab-leak hypothesis." -
72,000 Pounds of Meat and Poultry Recalled Amid Listeria Outbreak Linked to Infant Death
A listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products has prompted Yu Shang Food, Inc. to recall more than 72,000 pounds of food items, federal officials announced Friday. The outbreak, spanning four states, has caused 11 illnesses, nine hospitalizations, and the death of an infant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 
A listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products has prompted Yu Shang Food, Inc. to recall more than 72,000 pounds of food items, federal officials announced Friday. The outbreak, spanning four states, has caused 11 illnesses, nine hospitalizations, and the death of an infant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). -
Ground Beef Recall Expands as 15 Minnesotans Fall Ill from E. Coli
Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. has recalled over 167,000 pounds of ground beef after 15 people in Minnesota fell ill from E. coli O157:H7, a potentially deadly strain of bacteria. Federal health officials announced the recall this week following an investigation by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, which found the contaminated meat to be the source of the outbreak. 
Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. has recalled over 167,000 pounds of ground beef after 15 people in Minnesota fell ill from E. coli O157:H7, a potentially deadly strain of bacteria. Federal health officials announced the recall this week following an investigation by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, which found the contaminated meat to be the source of the outbreak. -
CDC Confirms First H5N1 Bird Flu Case in a U.S. Child; Public Risk Remains Low
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on Friday the first human case of H5N1 bird flu in a child in the United States. The child, who resides in Alameda County, California, experienced mild symptoms and has since been recovering at home. This is the first reported case of the avian influenza H5 virus in a child in the country, prompting an investigation into the source of exposure. 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on Friday the first human case of H5N1 bird flu in a child in the United States. The child, who resides in Alameda County, California, experienced mild symptoms and has since been recovering at home. This is the first reported case of the avian influenza H5 virus in a child in the country, prompting an investigation into the source of exposure. -
Ground Beef Recall: Wolverine Packing Co. Pulls Over 167,000 Pounds Due to E. Coli Concerns
Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit-based meat processing company, is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of ground beef due to potential contamination with E. coli O157. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) made the announcement following an outbreak linked to ground beef that sickened 15 people in Minnesota earlier this month. 
Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit-based meat processing company, is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of ground beef due to potential contamination with E. coli O157. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) made the announcement following an outbreak linked to ground beef that sickened 15 people in Minnesota earlier this month. -
Most Americans Unlikely to Get Updated COVID-19 Vaccine, Survey Finds
A new survey from the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans are unlikely to receive the updated COVID-19 vaccine, reflecting growing vaccine hesitancy and significant partisan divides. The poll, conducted from October 21 to 27 among 9,593 U.S. adults, found that 60% of respondents said they are "probably not" planning to get the latest shot. In contrast, only 24% indicated they "probably" would, while 15% reported having already received the updated vaccine. The survey's margin of error was 1.3 percentage points. 
A new survey from the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans are unlikely to receive the updated COVID-19 vaccine, reflecting growing vaccine hesitancy and significant partisan divides. The poll, conducted from October 21 to 27 among 9,593 U.S. adults, found that 60% of respondents said they are "probably not" planning to get the latest shot. In contrast, only 24% indicated they "probably" would, while 15% reported having already received the updated vaccine. The survey's margin of error was 1.3 percentage points. -
FDA Finds Bacteria and Mold at Tom's of Maine Facility, Demands Immediate Action
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to Tom's of Maine, a Colgate-Palmolive-owned personal care brand, after an inspection revealed bacteria contamination and unsanitary conditions at its manufacturing facility in Sanford, Maine. The inspection, conducted in May, uncovered multiple violations, including the presence of bacteria in water used to make toothpaste and a "mold-like" black substance near production equipment. The findings have prompted significant concern over product safety and manufacturing practices. 
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to Tom's of Maine, a Colgate-Palmolive-owned personal care brand, after an inspection revealed bacteria contamination and unsanitary conditions at its manufacturing facility in Sanford, Maine. The inspection, conducted in May, uncovered multiple violations, including the presence of bacteria in water used to make toothpaste and a "mold-like" black substance near production equipment. The findings have prompted significant concern over product safety and manufacturing practices. -
California Child Without Animal Contact Tests Positive for Bird Flu
Health officials in California have reported a possible case of bird flu in a child from Alameda County, marking a rare human infection amid the worst avian flu outbreak in U.S. history. The child, who exhibited mild upper respiratory symptoms, tested positive for the virus despite having no known exposure to infected animals, state officials announced Tuesday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working to confirm the diagnosis. 
Health officials in California have reported a possible case of bird flu in a child from Alameda County, marking a rare human infection amid the worst avian flu outbreak in U.S. history. The child, who exhibited mild upper respiratory symptoms, tested positive for the virus despite having no known exposure to infected animals, state officials announced Tuesday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working to confirm the diagnosis. -
Deadly E. Coli Outbreak Prompts Nationwide Recall of Carrots Sold at Major Retailers
A widespread recall of carrots and baby carrots sold under multiple brand names has been issued across the United States after the vegetables were linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak. 
A widespread recall of carrots and baby carrots sold under multiple brand names has been issued across the United States after the vegetables were linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak. -
Can COVID-19 Provide a Breakthrough in Cancer Therapy? Scientists Explore Potential Benefits
Researchers at Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute have uncovered a startling connection between COVID-19 infections and cancer regression, raising the possibility of using the virus's impact to develop new cancer treatments. The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, reveals that the RNA from the SARS-CoV-2 virus can activate specific immune cells capable of attacking cancer, offering a potential new avenue for patients with advanced cancers resistant to existing therapies. 
Researchers at Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute have uncovered a startling connection between COVID-19 infections and cancer regression, raising the possibility of using the virus's impact to develop new cancer treatments. The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, reveals that the RNA from the SARS-CoV-2 virus can activate specific immune cells capable of attacking cancer, offering a potential new avenue for patients with advanced cancers resistant to existing therapies.
