Health News
Bacteria on the Half Shell
Managers of the Portland Shellfish Co., Inc. have agreed to temporarily halt distribution due to investigation by the FDA of poor sanitation practices that may be leading to L. mono bacterial contamination.
Aloha, Bean Sauce!
Hawaiian bean sauce has been recalled voluntarily by First Commercial Kitchen LLC because of potential Clostridium botulinum contamination and the risk of life-threatening illness.
Take Those Shrimp Off the Barbie!
Rich Products Corporation has issued a voluntarily recall of their deveined barbecue shrimp due to an undeclared milk ingredient used to coat the shrimp.
Making the Affordable Care Act ... Affordable
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has announced the aid of grants to help states implement Health Insurance Exchanges, a key provision of the Affordable Care Act.
Kidneys on the Move
Johns Hopkins researchers have found that kidneys shipped on ice for transplant are just as safe and effective as kidneys that come from donors in the same hospital where the transplant operation takes place.
What We've Got Here Is Failure to Communicate
A recent article in the Journal of Clinical Epidemiology says that health care systems are failing to apply evidence from studies to inform their decision-making.
A Small Conversation about a Big Decision
New research shows that surrogate decision-makers who had not discussed life support measures with their critically ill family members have more trouble making the final judgement.
Barrel O'...Not So Much Fun
Barrel O' Fun Snack Foods has issued a voluntary recall of potato chips due to undeclared milk protein that could cause severe allergic reactions to people with a milk sensitivity.
Statin Stalemate
A new study suggests there isn't enough evidence to recommend the widespread use of cholesterol-lowering stain drugs for patients who don't have a history of cardiovascular disease.
Hold the Olive Oil
Two structurally unrelated anti-inflammatory compounds found in extra virgin olive oil and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) activate a receptor known as TRPA1, which can produce cough.