What are Listeria? What you need to know Learn about Listeria, its symptoms and important preventive measures to protect against foodborne illness. This story has been updated to correct a spelling/typing error. Boar’s Head liver sausage will never be available for purchase or consumption again, the company said. The decision to “permanently discontinue” the deli […]
As flu season approaches, new variants of COVID-19 are emerging. A newly discovered COVID strain called XEC continues to spread rapidly in several countries, including the United States Scripps Research’s Outbreak.info site, last updated on September 5, reported 95 XEC cases in 12 U.S. states and 15 different countries. However, Australia-based data integration specialist Mike […]
How to protect yourself from foodborne illnesses In 2018, there were food recalls for everything from eggs to ham to romaine lettuce. Learn about the risks of food poisoning and how to protect yourself. Dwight Adams, Indianapolis Star When grocery shopping, be careful which eggs you pick up. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Why food recalls are increasing E. coli bacteria, metal and even a dead bat have been found in recalled foods. The number of food recalls is actually increasing. But that could actually be a good sign. Here’s why. USA TODAY According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the recalled eggs are linked […]
Tips for surviving extreme heat With record-breaking heatwaves affecting millions of people, here are top tips for staying safe in extreme temperatures. A heat wave that began after Labor Day in the Western U.S. will continue to bring dangerous temperatures to millions of people this weekend, with the worst of the heat wave continuing across […]
NEW JERSEY – Two separate sightings of a venomous snake in Somerset and Hunterdon counties have triggered warnings from authorities in New Jersey. GO TO: SNAKE INFO m TIPS According to a report released on Monday, August 26, a northern moccasin was spotted in the Scott Drive area. “Residents should be aware that this is […]
Influencer shows how she travels around the world as a blind person Molly Burke is nearly blind and has had many difficulties traveling through an airport. Employee video, USA TODAY One in four adults in the United States has a disability. Only 39% of Americans view national parks as an accessible travel option for all […]
Mpox is declared a global health emergency by the WHO The viral disease Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, has infected numerous people in Africa. Cases have also been identified in Europe. Fox – 4 News Mpox, a highly contagious viral disease known for causing severe rashes and pustules, has been detected in an Iowa prison. […]
2 minutes reading time Garbage vacuum robot detects and removes cigarette butts using artificial intelligence Cigarette butts can be toxic to fish. Fortunately, Italian scientists have developed a robot to help curb beach pollution. Grocery chain Stop & Shop has announced that it will stop selling cigarettes and tobacco products in all 360 stores in […]
Why food recalls are increasing E. coli bacteria, metal and even a dead bat have been found in recalled foods. The number of food recalls is actually increasing. But that could actually be a good sign. Here’s why. USA TODAY Another recall has been issued for apple juice sold in Florida. The latest recall involves […]
