Is onion safe to eat after E. coli outbreak? Tips to avoid contamination

Is onion safe to eat after E. coli outbreak? Tips to avoid contamination

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed last month that chopped onions served on McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers were the likely source of an E. coli outbreak that prompted the fast-food restaurant chain to stop selling temporary menu item. At least 104 individuals in 14 states were sickened and one death was reported … Read more

Supplement sold on Amazon recalled due to ‘hidden drug’ contamination

Supplement sold on Amazon recalled due to 'hidden drug' contamination

Hyaluronic acid supplements sold in the US through Amazon are being recalled by their manufacturer after the FDA found they were contaminated with two over-the-counter drugs. MXBBB is voluntarily recalling some of their Umary Hyaluronic Acid supplements after laboratory tests showed the presence of diclofenac and omeprazole. The recall comes after the FDA warned three … Read more

Clonazepam recalled for ‘potentially life-threatening’ error

Clonazepam recalled for 'potentially life-threatening' error

A popular prescription anti-anxiety drug is being recalled nationwide for a “potentially life-threatening” error in the packaging. Pennsylvania-based drugmaker Endo announced this week that it is expanding the recall of clonazepam tablets because some boxes have the wrong drug strength and the wrong drug code. Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat panic disorders and … Read more