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'I am not sleeping': Furloughed single mother shares struggles amid shutdown
MSNBC· 2025-10-22 18:50
750,000 federal workers could miss their first full paycheck if the government is still shut down on Friday. My next guest says the shutdown has her stressed and losing sleep as a single mom of two. Stress that's now impacting her two daughters as well.Joining me now, Stephanie Rogers, a furoughed microbiologist at the FDA. Stephanie, thanks for being with us. I know this is not an easy time for you.Um, and we should note that you're speaking on your own behalf today. What's this been like this furlow for y ...
Kroger recalls deli pasta salads across 28 states over potential listeria contamination
Fox Business· 2025-10-05 00:28
Group 1: Recall Announcement - Kroger has issued a voluntary recall of two deli pasta salads due to potential listeria contamination [1][5] - The affected products are Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad, sold in 1,860 stores across 28 states [2][1] - Customers were notified through receipt messages and email alerts, and are advised to return the products for a full refund or replacement [5][6] Group 2: Health Concerns - Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, older adults, and pregnant women [8] - No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to the recalled items as of the announcement [8] Group 3: Supplier Recall - Kroger was informed by Fresh Creative Foods about a recall from its pasta supplier, Nate's Fine Foods, affecting 24 stores in Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada [8][11] - The recall was expanded to include additional dates of bowtie and penne pasta products due to the same contamination concerns [11]
Microplastic Hazzards, Why Regulation? | Hadi Pirasteh | TEDxBaladshapur
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-12 15:42
برای سلامتی توصیه به نوشیدن آب شده ولی خب اگه ما بدونیم که ممکنه این آبی که داریم می‌خوریم سمی باشه و برای بدن مضر باشه اون موقع چه کاری چه فکری می‌کنیم چه تصمیمی می‌گیریم یک پروژه‌ای که امسال اوایل سال ما تو یکی از کشورهای اروپایی انجام دادیم میزان حضور میکروپلاستیک‌ها رو توی نمونه‌های مختلفی که از جاهای مختلف نمونه گیری کرده بودیم بررسی کردیم که توی این نمودار میتونیم ببینیم این توی چند تا محیط مختلف بود اینو بررسی کردیم این متفاوت بود میزان میکروپلاستیکی که توی نمونه‌ها بود مثلاً از حدود ۳۳ تا میکروپلاست ...
FDA issues warning, investigating after radioactive shrimp bound for Walmart detected at major US ports
Fox Business· 2025-08-19 22:35
Core Points - The FDA is investigating a shipment of Walmart shrimp that tested positive for man-made radioactive material Cesium-137 (Cs-137) [1][2] - The shrimp supplier, PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods), has been placed on a "red list," prohibiting the sale of its products in the U.S. until the issue is resolved [2] - Walmart has recalled the affected shrimp and is cooperating with the FDA and the supplier to address the contamination [7][8] Group 1: Contamination Details - Cs-137 was detected in a sample of breaded shrimp, leading to an import alert for chemical contamination [2][4] - The contamination was linked to insanitary conditions during the preparation, packing, or holding of the shrimp [4] - The FDA is working with Indonesian seafood regulatory authorities to investigate the root cause of the contamination [8][11] Group 2: Consumer Guidance - Consumers are advised not to eat or serve Great Value raw frozen shrimp from Walmart with specific lot codes: 8005540-1, 8005538-1, and 8005539-1 [8] - Those who purchased the affected shrimp should dispose of them [8] Group 3: Regulatory Actions - The FDA is coordinating with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) to prevent contaminated products from reaching consumers [7] - The agency is tracing all implicated products processed by BMS Foods through the supply chain [11]
Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products recalled over possible listeria contamination
New York Post· 2025-07-02 23:26
Core Point - Kraft Heinz Food Company is recalling nearly 368,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon products due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to food poisoning [1][4]. Group 1: Recall Details - The recall involves fully cooked turkey bacon produced between April 24 and June 11 [2]. - The affected products were shipped to stores across the US, as well as the British Virgin Islands and Hong Kong [4]. - Specific products include 12-ounce, 36-ounce, and 48-ounce packages of Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon Original, with various UPC codes and use-by dates ranging from July 18 to September 4 [5]. Group 2: Health Risks - Listeria infections can cause severe illness, particularly in vulnerable populations such as older adults, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems [7]. - Symptoms of listeria infection include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions [7]. - The CDC reports that approximately 1,600 people are affected by listeria infections annually, resulting in about 260 deaths [7]. Group 3: Industry Context - Federal officials are revising protocols to prevent listeria infections following several outbreaks, including a notable incident linked to Boar's Head deli meats that resulted in 10 deaths and over 60 illnesses last year [8].