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'Forever chemicals' in microplastics spark over $250B a year health crisis — even more than COVID: study
Microplastics found in the US food and water supply that contain "forever chemicals" are contributing to a quarter of a trillion dollar a year health crisis, according to a new...
Microplastics found in nearly 90% of meat, plant-based alternatives: 'There’s no escaping them'
"The plastic pollution crisis is impacting all of us, and we need to take action to address its many forms," one study author said.
Tainted eyedrops pulled by CVS, Target were made by barefoot workers in India: report
Workers walked around barefoot and safety test results were faked in the factory in India, according to an explosive report.
30 tons of ground beef recalled for E. coli — check your fridge
American Foods Group, LLC, doing business as Green Bay Dressed Beef, LLC, recalled several ground beef products shipped to three states.
Frozen vegetables sold in US stores recalled over listeria concerns
Bags of frozen vegetables sold at Food Lion and Kroger are being recalled over fears that they may be contaminated with potentially harmful bacteria.
NY ice cream brand recalled in nearly 20 states for Listeria contamination
Real Kosher Ice Cream announced the recall in an FDA alert, saying it affected all flavor options of its Soft Serve On The Go cups from Aug. 4 or earlier.
Trader Joe's recalls falafel that may contain rocks — fourth item yanked from shelves in a week
Trader Joe's recalled a fourth item, the Fully Cooked Falafel, this week after announcing that it, too, might contain rocks.
Trader Joe’s recalls cookies because they may contain rocks
The recall concerns Almond Windmill Cookies and Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies with sell-by dates in October.
'Forever chemicals' in your toilet paper might give you cancer: study
Is it time to toss your TP? Researchers have discovered toxic "forever chemicals" in toilet paper, which have been linked to certain cancers.
Alarming map shows cancer-causing chemicals in 330 animal species
“PFAS pollution is not just a problem for humans," said David Andrews, a senior scientist at EWG.
Customer finds live rat in bread delivery: ‘Most unpleasant experience’
A man in India was shocked and revulsed after discovering a live rat in a loaf of bread that he'd purchased through a grocery delivery app.
Cough syrups may be linked to more than 300 child deaths: World Health Organization
The World Health Organization is investigating the possible connection between contaminated cough syrups and the over 300 children who have died as a result of using the spoiled medication last...
Hershey being sued over alleged chocolate containing heavy metals
The lawsuit seeks at least $5 million of damages, including at least $500 per transaction under New York law.
Toxic baby spinach made people hallucinate: health official
Among the symptoms reported were delirium or confusion, hallucinations, dilated pupils, rapid heartbeat, flushed face, blurred vision and dry mouth.
Don't look up: Tainted fuel could have caused choppers to crash in NYC
More than 10 of the helicopters that carry tourists and executives around the Big Apple were gassed up with fuel containing metal particles.
Enoki mushrooms linked to Listeria outbreak in 2 states: public health officials
"In addition, recent illnesses may not yet be reported, as it usually takes three to four weeks to determine if a sick person is part of an outbreak," the CDC...
Missouri elementary school to close over radioactive waste on campus
A Missouri school board announced Tuesday it will close Jana Elementary School in Florissant after a study found high levels of radioactive contamination from a nearby Superfund site were detected...
Radioactive waste found at elementary school near WWII weapon production site
The school sits in the flood plain of Coldwater Creek, which was contaminated by nuclear waste from weapons production during World War II.
Woman claims she found maggots in her McDonald's burger: 'Free protein'
Viral video of her gag-inducing "burger and flies" incident has racked up thousands of comments and shares online.
Scrapyard owned by Gotti family sued for spewing pollution, toxic waste
“Violations of New York state’s environmental laws and regulations are serious offenses that not only threaten our natural resources but also put a heavy burden on communities near non-compliant businesses,”...