Oregon infants sickened by lead in recalled Target baby food
Two babies in Oregon became ill with lead poisoning after eating baby food from Target that had been previously recalled, Oregon health officials said.
Jul 7, 2025
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Chemically-Induced Disorders: News and Research on Heavy Metal Poisoning
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Hundreds of laid-off CDC employees are being reinstated
More than 460 laid-off employees at the nation's top public health agency received notices Wednesday that they are being reinstated, according to a union representing the workers.
Jun 11, 2025
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Publix recalls baby food over possible lead contamination
Publix is recalling one of its popular GreenWise baby food pouches because it may contain lead, the company said this week.
May 20, 2025
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Cuts have eliminated more than a dozen US government health-tracking programs
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s motto is " Make America Healthy Again," but government cuts could make it harder to know if that's happening.
May 5, 2025
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CDC denies Milwaukee's request for help on lead in schools
When officials in Wisconsin's largest city asked the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for help dealing with high levels of lead in city schools, the answer wasn't what they expected.
Apr 14, 2025
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Administration orders more cuts to CDC budget
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not only lost nearly a fifth of its workforce, it has also been directed to slash $2.9 billion in contract spending.
Apr 4, 2025
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Lead and toxic chemicals found in synthetic braiding hair
Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high levels of lead, according to a new investigation by Consumer Reports.
Mar 5, 2025
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Biotin may shield brain from manganese-induced damage, study finds
While manganese is an essential mineral involved in many bodily functions, both deficiency and excessive exposure can cause health issues. Maintaining a balanced diet typically provides sufficient manganese for most individuals; ...
Jan 21, 2025
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Food and medicine that can change your skin color, sometimes permanently
When an 84-year-old man in Hong Kong went to hospital with an enlarged prostate, doctors were startled to see that his skin—and even the whites of his eyes—had turned silver-gray. A deeper investigation revealed silver deposits ...
Jan 20, 2025
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Health advocates are unhappy with FDA guidance on lead levels in baby food
The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.
Jan 7, 2025
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