New outlets are intended to improve food security and address diet-related diseases in underserved communities. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $4.5 million investment…
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President Biden Withdraws as Candidate in the Presidential Election
He states, “It is in the best interest of my party and the country.“ President Joe Biden issued a statement on social media on Sunday announcing his withdrawal…
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DOJ Announces Sentencing of Three Executives in Corporate Fraud Scheme
A health technology start-up company’s executive obtained roughly $1 billion fraudulently. The Department of Justice announced that three executives from a Chicago-based health technology company were sentenced for…
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Navy Revamps Fitness Policy, Gives Commanders More Discretion
Sailors may be given additional time to meet fitness targets, depending on their progress. The Navy has updated its policy barring sailors from advancing or reenlisting after failing…
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FDA Authorizes Rapid Point-of-Care Hepatitis C Test
The new testing enables immediate diagnosis and treatment. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted marketing authorization to Cepheid for the first hepatitis C virus (HCV) test…
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District Judge Rules Against Marijuana Legality in Massachusetts
He says marijuana companies have grounds to sue if taken to the Supreme Court. District Judge Mark Mastroianni rejected the arguments made by Massachusetts marijuana companies, declaring that…
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CDC Warns of Increase in Dengue Viral Infections
The agency sends an alert to healthcare providers after recording a doubled rate of cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an alert to healthcare…
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CDC Warns Bearded Dragons May Carry Salmonella
The agency released an investigation notice after a multistate outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating 15 reports of Salmonella related to bearded dragons…
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NWS Issues Heat Alerts for Midwest, mid-Atlantic, and Northeast
Officials recommend precautions to avoid adverse health events. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasted high temperatures in the Midwest, mid-Atlantic, and Northeast this week. Officials issued heat warnings…
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EPA Reviewing Study on Toxic EtO Gas in Louisiana
Local emissions, reportedly a thousand times higher than safe levels, create a “cancer alley.” The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reviewing a report filed by researchers that found…
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