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FDA Recalls Candy For Possible Salmonella Contamination

FDA Recalls Candy For Possible Salmonella Contamination

(Washington, DC) — Dozens of snacks and candies are recalled in connection with a possible salmonella risk. The FDA says the recall of about two dozen treats made by the Palmer Candy Company is upgraded to its highest level of health hazard due to potential risks. Officials say white candy […]

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Blood Donation Restrictions Based On Sexual Orientation Eased

Blood Donation Restrictions Based On Sexual Orientation Eased

(Salt Lake City, UT) — ARUP Blood Services will be the first in Utah to implement new guidelines after the FDA eased blood donation restrictions. Officials say the blood donation restrictions have been loosened to be inclusive to all sexual orientations. The ARUP director said questions regarding sexual history have […]

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FDA Clears New Test To Conduct COVID-19 Tests More Swiftly

FDA Clears New Test To Conduct COVID-19 Tests More Swiftly

WASHINGTON-Ahead of Saturday’s White House press briefing, the Food and Drug Administration has cleared a new rapid test from Abbott Laboratories in hopes of conducting COVID-19 tests more swiftly and efficiently. The Lake Bluff, Ill.-based company announced the emergency clearance of its cartridge-based test per a Friday night release. Abbott […]

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