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Cinnamon Processor in Ecuador Is Culprit Behind Lead-Tainted Applesauce, FDA Says

A company in Ecuador that processed the cinnamon used in flavored applesauce pouches destined for the American market is the likely source of lead contamination

CDC Warns of Listeria Outbreak Tied to Cheese, Yogurt

Two people have died and 23 have been hospitalized in a years-long outbreak of listeria illness that s finally been traced to one company s cheeses, yogurts and

Child Passenger Deaths Stable in Crashes With Alcohol-Impaired Driver

The proportion of child passengers who died in crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver has remained unchanged in the last decade, according to research pub

Healthier Lifestyle Linked to Better Global Cognition Close to Death

Among older adults, a healthier lifestyle is associated with better global cognitive functioning close to death, according to a study published online Feb. 5 in

Country Music Star Toby Keith Dies of Cancer at 62

Country singer Toby Keith, best known for chart-topping hits like Who s Your Daddy and Made in America, has died at 62 from stomach cancer. His death was announ

Vaccines May Work Better if Arms Are Alternated for Each Shot

When getting vaccines, switching arms for each dose may produce greater immunity than having the jabs delivered into the same arm. That s the finding from a new

More Evidence COVID Shot in Pregnancy Is Safe, Healthy for Babies

The COVID-19 vaccine given to pregnant women does no harm to their unborn babies, and can actually lower the risk of serious complications in newborns, a new st

Meniere Disease Is a Heterogeneous Condition

Meniere disease is a heterogeneous condition with subgroups characterized by specific clinical features, according to a study published online Jan. 6 in The Lar

One in 20 Experience Pregnancy From Rape, Sexual Coercion During Lifetime

Pregnancy as a consequence of rape or sexual coercion is experienced by nearly 6 million U.S. women, according to a study published online Nov. 5 in the America