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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. -
Deadly E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots Hits 18 States
Grimmway Farms has recalled multiple sizes and brands of organic whole and baby carrots following a deadly E. coli outbreak that has impacted at least 18 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on Sunday. The recall encompasses bagged carrots sold under various labels at major retailers such as Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Nature's Promise. 
Grimmway Farms has recalled multiple sizes and brands of organic whole and baby carrots following a deadly E. coli outbreak that has impacted at least 18 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on Sunday. The recall encompasses bagged carrots sold under various labels at major retailers such as Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Nature's Promise. -
First U.S. Case of Severe Mpox Strain Confirmed in California
The first known case of a more severe strain of mpox, known as clade I, has been confirmed in the United States, health officials reported over the weekend. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that a traveler returning from Eastern Africa, where an active outbreak of this strain is ongoing, tested positive in California. The individual, now isolating at home, is reported to be improving, according to the CDC. 
The first known case of a more severe strain of mpox, known as clade I, has been confirmed in the United States, health officials reported over the weekend. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that a traveler returning from Eastern Africa, where an active outbreak of this strain is ongoing, tested positive in California. The individual, now isolating at home, is reported to be improving, according to the CDC. -
Global Measles Cases Spike to 10.3 Million Amid Vaccine Declines, WHO Warns
A staggering rise in measles cases globally has reignited concerns among health officials, with new data from the World Health Organization (WHO) revealing that more than 10.3 million people contracted the virus in 2023-a 20% increase from the previous year. Nearly 107,500 lives were claimed by the disease, with children under the age of five bearing the brunt, according to the report released Thursday. 
A staggering rise in measles cases globally has reignited concerns among health officials, with new data from the World Health Organization (WHO) revealing that more than 10.3 million people contracted the virus in 2023-a 20% increase from the previous year. Nearly 107,500 lives were claimed by the disease, with children under the age of five bearing the brunt, according to the report released Thursday. -
DNA Analysis Reveals Surprising Truths About Pompeii Victims' Identities and Lives
Modern DNA analysis is rewriting the history of Pompeii, revealing unexpected truths about the lives and identities of the ancient victims buried under ash from Mount Vesuvius's eruption in A.D. 79. Long-held assumptions about the relationships and sexes of those preserved in the Roman town have been debunked by researchers, offering new insights into their lives, cultural norms, and the Roman world's complex social fabric. 
Modern DNA analysis is rewriting the history of Pompeii, revealing unexpected truths about the lives and identities of the ancient victims buried under ash from Mount Vesuvius's eruption in A.D. 79. Long-held assumptions about the relationships and sexes of those preserved in the Roman town have been debunked by researchers, offering new insights into their lives, cultural norms, and the Roman world's complex social fabric.
