Halloween is all about costumes, candy and fun, but all that sugar can take a toll on your child’s teeth. Dr. Cheen Loo, chair of pediatric dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, shares ways families can enjoy the treats without letting tooth decay join the party. Candy that can be tough… read on > read on >
Foster Poultry Farms is recalling more than 3.8 million pounds of chicken corn dogs after wood fragments were found in the batter, causing injuries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said the Livingston, California–based company received multiple complaints from consumers who discovered wood in the products. At least five people… read on > read on >
Pediatricians can better help parents prevent peanut allergies if they are provided support that helps them follow national guidelines, a new study says. Doctors were more likely to recommend early introduction of peanut-containing foods into the diets of infants if they had educational and clinical support, researchers reported Oct. 6 in the journal Pediatrics. These… read on > read on >
The Kroger Co. has recalled two types of pasta salad bowls sold in nearly 30 states after learning the pasta ingredients could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious infections. The recall includes Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad, sold between Aug. 29 and Oct. 2 in 1,860… read on > read on >
People could be at higher risk of fatty liver disease from both sugary sodas and diet drinks, a new study says. In fact, artificially sweetened drinks might pose a greater threat to liver health than sugary beverages, researchers reported Monday at the United European Gastroenterology’s annual meeting in Berlin. The team also found that replacing… read on > read on >
Chewing on ice may seem harmless, perhaps even refreshing, but dental experts warn it can actually wreak havoc on your teeth. While the occasional crunch of an ice cube isn’t likely to do severe damage, making it a daily habit can lead to enamel damage, cracked fillings and even jaw pain over time. Ice is… read on > read on >
A Michigan pet treat company is recalling some bags of dog chews after they were found to be contaminated with Salmonella, which can sicken both pets and people. Best Buy Bones, Inc., based in Mount Morris, announced it is recalling four lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites (one-pound bags) with an expiration date… read on > read on >
Costco shoppers will be able fill prescriptions for Ozempic and Wegovy — two of the most popular weight loss and diabetes drugs — at a discount. Novo Nordisk, the maker of both medications, announced Friday that the warehouse retailer will sell a four-week supply of the injections for $499 out of pocket at its more… read on > read on >
Preschoolers who regularly overeat are likely swallowing their emotions as well, a new study says. Girls who overeat as preschoolers are more likely to develop anxiety, impulsivity and hyperactivity when they grow into teenagers, researchers reported in the journal BMC Pediatrics. The results indicate that children’s eating patterns could be early signs of mental health… read on > read on >
Nearly 100 people aboard Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas contracted norovirus during a two-week voyage from San Diego to Miami, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said. The highly contagious gastrointestinal illness affected 94 of the 1,874 passengers, with four crew members also reporting symptoms. The ship docked at PortMiami early… read on > read on >
