CDC: Silica and Worker Health
Key points Overview Silica dust is made up of small particles that can become airborne during work activities with materials that contain silica. Particles that are small enough to be inhaled deep into the lungs are called respirable. Crystalline silica is typically found in: The most common form of crystalline silica is quartz. However, it […]
FDA: Moonlight Companies Voluntarily Recalls California-Grown Products
October 29, 2025 (Updated November 8, 2025) – Moonlight Companies is voluntarily recalling California-grown conventional yellow and white peaches because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer […]
CDC: Limb Reduction Defects
Key points What it is Limb reduction defects occur when the arm or leg fails to form completely. The defect is referred to as a “limb reduction” because a limb is reduced from its normal size or is missing. Some babies will have limb reduction defects affecting both arms and legs. Babies and children with […]
FDA: JFE Franchising, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Recall Associated with a Nationwide Peach Recall
Houston, TX (November 3, 2025) – JFE Franchising, Inc. of Houston, TX, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of products containing California-grown yellow and white peaches because they may be contaminated with Listeria Listeria monocytogenes is commonly known for causing fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea and may also lead to stillbirth in severe cases. People exhibiting […]
CDC: Osteoarthritis
Key points Overview Osteoarthritis is a disease that breaks down one or more joints in the body. OA is common among adults 45 and older. But it is not a regular part of aging. U.S. adults with osteoarthritis About 33 million U.S. adults have OA. Signs and symptoms People with OA may experience a wide […]
FDA: Food To Live Voluntarily Recalls Organic Moringa Products
Brooklyn, NY – Food To Live, of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling its packaged Organic Moringa Leaf Powder (dried Moringa oleifera) and its Organic Supergreens Powder Mix distributed under the Food To Live brand that are in the following sizes: These products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and […]
CDC: Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Moringa Leaf Powder
Key Points: Member’s Mark Super Greens Powdered Supplements FDA’s traceback investigation identified a single lot of organic moringa leaf powder linked to illnesses in this outbreak. This lot is from Vallon Farmdirect PVT LTD of Johdpur, India, and labeled Batch No.: VFD/ORG/MORP/L/24 with best by date (BBD) of November 2027. As the investigation continues, additional […]
FDA: Eating Too Much Salt? Ways to Cut Back
Did you know that “salt” and “sodium” are not the same thing, even though they’re often used interchangeably? Sodium, a mineral, is one of the elements found in salt. Salt is where most of your sodium comes from. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is working to make sure people have greater access to healthier […]
CDC: Mental Health and Vision Loss
Key points Vision loss, depression and anxiety Vision loss can affect your physical health, quality of life, and your mental health. Vision loss has been linked to loneliness, social isolation, and feelings of worry, anxiety, and fear. Depression is common in people with vision loss. In a recent CDC study, 1 in 4 adults with vision […]
FDA: SiluetaYa Recalls Tejocote Product
SiluetaYa is recalling its tejocote root because FDA analysis has determined that the products appear to be Thevetia peruviana, or yellow oleander. All parts of the yellow oleander plant are known to contain cardiac glycosides, which are highly toxic to humans and animals. Ingestion of yellow oleander can cause severe or even fatal neurological, gastrointestinal, […]