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COVID-19: School District In Fairfield County Goes Remote So Teachers, Staff Can Get Vaccines COVID-19: School District In Fairfield County Goes Remote So Teachers, Staff Can Get Vaccines
Covid-19: School District In Fairfield County Goes Remote So Teachers, Staff Can Get Vaccines A Fairfield County school district is temporarily going remote to allow for teachers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine specifically earmarked for educators in Connecticut. On Friday, March 5, a mass vaccination clinic is being held in Trumbull, where 800 doses of the newly approved and authorized Johnson & Johnson vaccine are set to be distributed, specifically for teachers and school staffers. Related story - COVID-19: Here's How Many One-Dose Johnson & Johnson Vaccines Are Coming To Connecticut Initially, the health department said that they would be receiving approximately 20…

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by Zak Failla
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Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product
Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product A popular Dole pre-made salad kit that was sold to states across the country is being recalled due to potential undeclared allergens, the FDA announced. Dole announced that it is recalling its “Endless Summer Salad Kit” because it may contain fish and eggs due to a manufacturing mishap. According to the FDA, the dressing and topping kit (master pack) designed for a different Dole product was unintentionally used during a portion of the production of the salad. The recalled item has a UPC of "0-71430-01073-0 ” and “best if used by date” of 01/26/2021. The lot code on the recalled product is…

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COVID-19: What Happens To Me If I Don't Take The 2nd Vaccine Dose On Time? COVID-19: What Happens To Me If I Don't Take The 2nd Vaccine Dose On Time?
Covid-19: What Happens To Me If I Don't Take The 2nd Vaccine Dose On Time? With the COVID-19 vaccine becoming increasingly available, many people are wondering about the two-visit/two-dose treatment - and what happens if you miss that second required dose or take it really late. Concerns are arising about what the impacts are for people who get the first, but not the second dose of the mRNA-type COVID-19 vaccine. There are also questions about whether a person can mix vaccines - taking different products for the first and second doses. Data is limited, but it seems that some people can handle a little deviation from the vaccination schedule just fine. It is bette…

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by Kristin Palpini
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Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product
Recall Issued For Popular Dole Salad Product A popular Dole pre-made salad kit that was sold to states across the country is being recalled due to potential undeclared allergens, the FDA announced. Dole announced that it is recalling its “Sesame Asian Chopped Salad Kit” because it may contain eggs due to a manufacturing mishap. According to the FDA, the dressing and topping kit (master pack) designed for a different Dole product was unintentionally used during a portion of the production of the salad. The recalled item has a UPC of “0-71430-00035-9” and “best if used by date” of 01/15/2021. The lot code on the recalled product is eit…

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by Zak Failla
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Recall Issued For Some Dry Pet Food After Deaths Of 28 Dogs Recall Issued For Some Dry Pet Food After Deaths Of 28 Dogs
Recall Issued For Some Dry Pet Food After Deaths Of 28 Dogs Federal health officials are recalling a dog food product that led to the poisoning of more than two dozen pets who died and left several others ill. The FDA issued an alert to pet owners and veterinary professionals regarding certain lots of Sportmix pet food products that could contain fatal levels of aflatoxin, which can grow on corn and grains and poison animals. According to the FDA, on Wednesday, Dec. 30, Midwestern Pet Food, Inc. announced a recall of certain products after the FDA was alerted to reports of at least 28 dogs that died and eight that have fallen ill due to consuming th…

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COVID-19: First Vaccinations Arrive At Connecticut Hospital COVID-19: First Vaccinations Arrive At Connecticut Hospital
Covid-19: First Vaccinations Arrive At Connecticut Hospital Connecticut “can see the end zone” for the first time in nine months as the first COVID-19 vaccines were shipped to the state, Gov. Ned Lamont announced. Lamont was at Hartford Hospital on Monday morning, Dec. 14 to celebrate the first allocation of vaccines, which are earmarked for nursing home residents, employees, and frontline healthcare workers who are at the greatest risk of contracting the virus. Earlier story - COVID-19: Here's Where, When First 31,000 Vaccines Will Be Distributed In Connecticut Once a first dose of the Pfizer vaccine is administered, a second will have to be taken…

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COVID-19: New Pfizer Vaccine Provides Strong Protection After First Dose, FDA Trials Show COVID-19: New Pfizer Vaccine Provides Strong Protection After First Dose, FDA Trials Show
Covid-19: New Pfizer Vaccine Provides Strong Protection After First Dose, FDA Trials Show It will take two doses to get the full effect, but early trials have shown that the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer has provided protection after the initial dose, according to the FDA. On Tuesday, Dec. 8, federal health officials said that initial trials of the vaccine have proven it is highly effective after the first dose, though it will still require a second dose 21 days later for complete vaccination. According to reports, the first dose becomes effective within approximately 10 days as the FDA prepares for a meeting of its vaccine advisory group this week. It has also been equally effec…

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Recall Issued For Romaine Lettuce Due To E. Coli Risk Recall Issued For Romaine Lettuce Due To E. Coli Risk
Recall Issued For Romaine Lettuce Due To E. Coli Risk The FDA announced that Dole is recalling a vegetable product shipped across the country that could potentially be contaminated with E. coli. Dole is recalling a number of cases of organic romaine hearts that were sold in packs of three with “Harvested-On” dates of “10-23-20" and “10-26-20," and Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, with “Harvested-On” dates of “10-23-20” and “10-26-20.” According to the FAD, the recall was conducted due to the possible exposure to Pathogenic E. Coli, which can cause diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, and vomiting over the course of a week. No illnesses have…

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by Zak Failla
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FDA Recalls Drug From Long Island Supplier That May Contain High Levels Of Cancer-Causing Agent FDA Recalls Drug From Long Island Supplier That May Contain High Levels Of Cancer-Causing Agent
FDA Recalls Drug From Long Island Supplier That May Contain High Levels Of Cancer-Causing Agent The FDA has expanded a recall of a highly prescribed diabetes drug that may contain high levels of a cancer-causing agent. Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets, 500mg, & 750mg, was originally recalled in June, after it was found to contain higher-than-normal levels of a known carcinogen, the FDA said. In the new recall, an additional 76 lots of the drugs have been recalled. The original metformin drug that is not time-released is not included in the recall. The original recall was initiated after it was found the drug contained unsafe levels of nitrosodimethylamine, which …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Recall Issued For Whole, Cut Cantaloupe Due To Risk Of Salmonella Recall Issued For Whole, Cut Cantaloupe Due To Risk Of Salmonella
Recall Issued For Whole, Cut Cantaloupe Due To Risk Of Salmonella The FDA has issued a recall of certain cantaloupe products due to the potential risk of Salmonella contamination. Meijer, an Arizona-based company, announced a voluntary recall of whole cantaloupe and select cut cantaloupe fruit trays and bowls due to the potential risk of Salmonella, the FDA announced. The multi-state recall involves whole cantaloupe and select cut cantaloupe fruit trays and bowls in various weights ranging from six to 40 ounces sold between Saturday, Sept. 26, and Monday, Oct. 5. There have been no reported illnesses from consumers eating the product to date. The foll…

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New Recall Issued For Popular Hostess Snack New Recall Issued For Popular Hostess Snack
New Recall Issued For Popular Hostess Snack A popular Hostess snack has been recalled for the second time in a month. Hostess announced that it is expanding its voluntary recall of “Raspberry Zingers” that could develop mold before the “best by” date.  Newly recalled items:  Hostess Raspberry Zingers (Multi-Pack Fresh) Item UPC (Barcode): 888109110604 Batch: H062424000, H062524000, H062624000, H062724000, H070724000, H070824000, H070924000, H071024000, H071124000, H072124000, H072224000, and H072324000; Best By Date: 09/07/2020, 09/08/2020, 09/09/2020, 09/10/2020, 09/20/2020, 09/21/2020, 09/22/2020, 09/23…

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Recall Issued For Popular Ronzoni Pasta Product Recall Issued For Popular Ronzoni Pasta Product
Recall Issued For Popular Ronzoni Pasta Product Thousands of cases of a popular Ronzoni pasta product are being recalled. Riviana Foods Inc. announced it is voluntarily recalling 19,931 cases of certain coded Ronzoni Smart Taste Extra-Wide Noodle cellophane packages that contain an egg noodle product. The recall is due to an undeclared allergen. The recalled items do not declare “egg” on the package, which is an ingredient in the noodle. According to the FDA, people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of a serious allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recalled products were distributed national…

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by Zak Failla