FDA Proposes Stricter Talc Testing Amidst Cancer Lawsuits
The FDA proposed stricter asbestos testing for talc in cosmetics following a 2023 Congressional mandate, prompted by lawsuits and despite recent negative FDA test results on 150 samples since 2021; the rule aims to improve consumer confidence.
FDA Proposes Stricter Talc Testing Amidst Cancer Lawsuits
The FDA proposed stricter asbestos testing for talc in cosmetics following a 2023 Congressional mandate, prompted by lawsuits and despite recent negative FDA test results on 150 samples since 2021; the rule aims to improve consumer confidence.
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56% Bias Score
FDA Issues Class I Recall of Costco Eggs Over Salmonella Fears
Handsome Brook Farms recalled 10,800 units of Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs sold at 25 Costco stores across five states due to potential salmonella contamination; the FDA upgraded the recall to Class I, its highest risk level, although no illnesses have been reported.
FDA Issues Class I Recall of Costco Eggs Over Salmonella Fears
Handsome Brook Farms recalled 10,800 units of Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs sold at 25 Costco stores across five states due to potential salmonella contamination; the FDA upgraded the recall to Class I, its highest risk level, although no illnesses have been reported.
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52% Bias Score
FDA Approves Zepbound for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
The FDA approved Eli Lilly's Zepbound for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), expanding its use beyond obesity; clinical trials showed 43-51.5% disease resolution in patients compared to 13.6-14.9% with placebo, potentially impacting 80 million Americans with OSA.
FDA Approves Zepbound for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
The FDA approved Eli Lilly's Zepbound for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), expanding its use beyond obesity; clinical trials showed 43-51.5% disease resolution in patients compared to 13.6-14.9% with placebo, potentially impacting 80 million Americans with OSA.
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56% Bias Score
FDA Finalizes New "Healthy" Food Label Rules
The FDA finalized new rules for labeling packaged foods as "healthy," effective in two months, requiring minimum levels of nutritious foods and limiting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat to align with federal dietary guidelines and reduce diet-related diseases; food manufacturers have until Fe...
FDA Finalizes New "Healthy" Food Label Rules
The FDA finalized new rules for labeling packaged foods as "healthy," effective in two months, requiring minimum levels of nutritious foods and limiting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat to align with federal dietary guidelines and reduce diet-related diseases; food manufacturers have until Fe...
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36% Bias Score
Kennedy's Attorney's Anti-Vaccine Lobbying Raises Concerns During HHS Confirmation Hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s attorney, Aaron Siri, lobbied the FDA to revoke the polio vaccine's approval, raising concerns during Kennedy's upcoming Senate confirmation hearing for the HHS Secretary position, where Senators McConnell and Schumer have voiced strong opposition.
Kennedy's Attorney's Anti-Vaccine Lobbying Raises Concerns During HHS Confirmation Hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s attorney, Aaron Siri, lobbied the FDA to revoke the polio vaccine's approval, raising concerns during Kennedy's upcoming Senate confirmation hearing for the HHS Secretary position, where Senators McConnell and Schumer have voiced strong opposition.
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56% Bias Score
FDA Mulls Ban on Cancer-Linked Food Dye Red 3
The FDA may soon ban Red 3, a synthetic food dye found in roughly 3,000 US food products, due to potential health risks highlighted by recent research linking it to hyperactivity and cancer in animals.
FDA Mulls Ban on Cancer-Linked Food Dye Red 3
The FDA may soon ban Red 3, a synthetic food dye found in roughly 3,000 US food products, due to potential health risks highlighted by recent research linking it to hyperactivity and cancer in animals.
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48% Bias Score
Urgent Recall of Jarritos Coconut Water Due to Botulism Risk
A recall of over two million cans of Jarritos Coconut Water across 29 states was issued due to a potential bacterial contamination risk from compromised can seals, posing a threat of botulism, a serious illness that can cause paralysis and even death.
Urgent Recall of Jarritos Coconut Water Due to Botulism Risk
A recall of over two million cans of Jarritos Coconut Water across 29 states was issued due to a potential bacterial contamination risk from compromised can seals, posing a threat of botulism, a serious illness that can cause paralysis and even death.
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16% Bias Score
FDA Approves Zepbound for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment
The FDA approved Eli Lilly's Zepbound (tirzepatide) as the first medication to treat obstructive sleep apnea in obese adults, following two successful 52-week studies demonstrating significant symptom reduction.
FDA Approves Zepbound for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment
The FDA approved Eli Lilly's Zepbound (tirzepatide) as the first medication to treat obstructive sleep apnea in obese adults, following two successful 52-week studies demonstrating significant symptom reduction.
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32% Bias Score
FDA Redefines "Healthy" Food Label to Emphasize Nutrient-Rich Foods
The FDA is updating its definition of "healthy" food labels, emphasizing nutrient-rich foods and limiting added sugar, salt, and saturated fat; companies have until 2028 to comply.
FDA Redefines "Healthy" Food Label to Emphasize Nutrient-Rich Foods
The FDA is updating its definition of "healthy" food labels, emphasizing nutrient-rich foods and limiting added sugar, salt, and saturated fat; companies have until 2028 to comply.
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16% Bias Score
Proteomics International Secures \$2.16 Million R&D Rebate for Diagnostic Blood Tests
Proteomics International secured a \$2.16 million Australian R&D tax rebate to commercialize its innovative blood tests for diabetic kidney disease, endometriosis, and esophageal cancer, leveraging a \$4.95 million R&D investment and aiming for US market entry.
Proteomics International Secures \$2.16 Million R&D Rebate for Diagnostic Blood Tests
Proteomics International secured a \$2.16 million Australian R&D tax rebate to commercialize its innovative blood tests for diabetic kidney disease, endometriosis, and esophageal cancer, leveraging a \$4.95 million R&D investment and aiming for US market entry.
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40% Bias Score
FDA Proposes Nicotine Reduction in Cigarettes to Curb Addiction
The FDA submitted a proposed rule to lower nicotine in cigarettes to reduce addiction, potentially preventing 33 million from starting to smoke and helping 5 million quit within a year, based on earlier projections, though the final impact is unknown and subject to a lengthy regulatory process and p...
FDA Proposes Nicotine Reduction in Cigarettes to Curb Addiction
The FDA submitted a proposed rule to lower nicotine in cigarettes to reduce addiction, potentially preventing 33 million from starting to smoke and helping 5 million quit within a year, based on earlier projections, though the final impact is unknown and subject to a lengthy regulatory process and p...
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40% Bias Score
FDA to Ban Red 3 Food Dye Amidst Health Concerns
The FDA is considering banning Red 3, a petroleum-based food dye found in approximately 3,000 products, due to concerns about its carcinogenicity and impact on children's behavior, following a petition and growing public pressure.
FDA to Ban Red 3 Food Dye Amidst Health Concerns
The FDA is considering banning Red 3, a petroleum-based food dye found in approximately 3,000 products, due to concerns about its carcinogenicity and impact on children's behavior, following a petition and growing public pressure.
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56% Bias Score