Most FDA food inspections halted amid shutdown — should we be worried?
The government agency explained that it can’t carry on some of its tasks amid a lapse in funds as the shutdown carries on for a third week. Continue reading
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Popular blood pressure drug recalled in the U.S. for cancer-causing impurity
Aurobindo Pharma has recalled 80 lots of valsartan, a drug used to treat high blood pressure, over probably impurities in pills sold in the U.S. Continue reading
New trial shows allergy treatment helps protect children against peanut reactions
With the treatment, two-thirds of severely allergic children were able to eat two peanuts without a strong reaction. Continue reading
U.S. FDA strikes a blow against Juul with tighter rules on vaping, e-cigarettes
U.S. officials are cracking down on the sale of flavoured e-cigarettes and vaping devices, in an effort to curb their use among teens. Continue reading
FDA approves drug to make cow poo less smelly
The FDA says the idea is not just to reduce the smell of dung but to also make pastures more environmentally friendly. Continue reading
Health Canada reviewing whether to extend EpiPen expiry dates
Health Canada is looking into a recent decision by the FDA to extend the expiration dates of some EpiPens. Continue reading
Grain-free dog food may be linked to heart disease, FDA warns
The FDA is investigating after several cases of a condition called dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) were linked back to the food. Continue reading
Canadian oysters may be making Americans sick with norovirus: FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently investigating whether contaminated oysters were sold south of the border. Continue reading
FDA pushing to limit amount of nicotine in cigarettes – should Canada too?
The FDA is considering limiting the amount of nicotine in American cigarettes. Should Canada look at similar controls? Continue reading
USFDA issues warning over bone treats for dogs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning for dog owners to avoid giving their pets bone treats which may be available in stores. Continue reading