FDA recommends restrictions on raw milk amid bird flu concerns
As the H5N1 bird flu virus continues to spread among dairy cattle, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is urging states to increase measures […]
Public Health
Are fertility tracking apps doing enough to protect users’ privacy?
Many women use health apps to track their periods, ovulation cycles, and sexual activity. However, a recent study has uncovered inconsistencies and contradictory data privacy […]
Apple releases the results of its new study into tinnitus
Apple and the University of Michigan have now released the preliminary findings from their Apple Hearing Study, focusing on tinnitus, the persistent ringing in the […]
US Senators announce new plans to reduce contaminants in baby food
A group of U.S. Senators is working on a new bill to reduce the levels of heavy metals found in baby food. The bill, named […]
Food & Beverage: Five regulatory development trends in 2024
After coming under pressure from consumers, regulations in the Food & Beverage sector are changing rapidly – and they are having a considerable impact on […]
Methylene chloride ban announced by the EPA over cancer risks
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a ban on methylene chloride in products for most of its current uses, including as a paint stripper […]
How is Ozempic affecting consumers’ food shopping habits?
Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs are usually prescribed to treat diabetes. Recently, the endorsement of these drugs by social media influencers for weight loss has […]
Dating app sued for sharing personal health information with third parties
Grindr, the world’s largest dating app catering to the LGBTQ+ community, now faces legal action in the UK over accusations of unlawfully disclosing sensitive personal […]
Serious illnesses reported in two US states due to fake botox injections
At least two states have seen people hospitalised with symptoms resembling botulism after undergoing cosmetic injections, commonly referred to as “botox,” in non-medical environments. An […]
Are consumers paying too much for Ozempic?
Ozempic, a medication used for diabetes that many Americans use to manage weight, comes at a steep price – nearly $1,000 for a 30-day supply. […]