Lawsuit launched against Skittles maker over high levels of toxic chemical
A new lawsuit has been filed against Mars, the manufacturer of Skittles. The lawsuit claims that Skittles are “unfit for human consumption”, as they contain […]
Public Health
US consumers could soon be able to access birth control without a prescription
After a petition from a French pharmaceutical company HRA Pharma, the FDA will consider allowing the over-the-counter sale of birth control pills to American consumers. […]
As prices rise, detrimental food policies risk worsening consumer habits
Across Europe, prices are soaring as inflation bites. France is experiencing its highest levels of inflation since the mid-1990s, and the situation isn’t much better […]
FDA issues marketing denial order for all Juul products
The FDA has issued a marketing denial order for all Juul products being sold in the US. This means that businesses must stop selling and […]
The link between ultra-processed food and poor physical fitness
A healthy diet is essential for maintaining overall health. Eating high levels of processed foods is well-known for its negative health effects, but a new […]
Tech integral in reinstating consumer confidence in travel sector
Last week, the Biden administration officials decided to lift testing requirements for international travelers entering the United States. The announcement was welcomed by most – […]
Pfizer announces free vaccine and medicine initiative for low-income countries
Pfizer has announced that it plans to launch an initiative called “Accord for a Healthier World”, which aims to close the health equity gap and […]
FDA rejects calls to ban the use of phthalates in food packaging
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made the decision that phthalates can still be used in products, despite campaigners claiming they are toxic […]
Ex-Facebook content moderator sues Meta over lack of mental health support
Ex-Facebook content moderator sues Meta over lack of mental health support A former content moderator at Facebook has filed a lawsuit against Meta and its contractor […]
When will the US relax its COVID-19 restrictions on foreign travel?
Currently, passengers traveling to the US are required to take a test within one day of their journey, and most unvaccinated foreign travelers are banned. […]