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This Virus With No Vaccine Causes Symptoms Similar To Cold: Here's What To Know This Virus With No Vaccine Causes Symptoms Similar To Cold: Here's What To Know
This Virus With No Vaccine Causes Symptoms Similar To Cold: Here's What To Know A virus causing cold-like symptoms is making its seasonal rounds, and health officials are urging everyone to take preventive measures.  With no vaccines or specific treatments currently available, vigilance is key to avoiding infection of Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is key. HMPV, according to the Cleveland Clinic, usually causes symptoms similar to a cold, such as coughing, a runny nose, or a sore throat.  However, certain groups—young children, adults over 65, and those with weakened immune systems—are at higher risk for severe complications, including lung infe…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Nationwide Recall Issued For Hand Sanitizer Brand Due To Potential Contamination Nationwide Recall Issued For Hand Sanitizer Brand Due To Potential Contamination
Nationwide Recall Issued For Hand Sanitizer Brand Due To Potential Contamination A company has recalled bottles of hand sanitizer that may be contaminated with methanol. Adam's Polishes LLC recalled several lots of Adam’s Polishes Hand Sanitizer after FDA testing found that lot 133475 contains undeclared methanol, the company announced on Saturday, Nov. 5. Find the list of recalled lot numbers here. The hand sanitizer products were distributed nationwide to online customers between June 2020 and March 2022, Adam's Polishes said.  The company said those who accidentally ingest the products are at risk of methanol poisoning, which can cause comas, seizure…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Disney-Branded Hand Sanitizers Recalled Due To Cancer-Causing Carcinogens Disney-Branded Hand Sanitizers Recalled Due To Cancer-Causing Carcinogens
Disney-Branded Hand Sanitizers Recalled Due To Cancer-Causing Carcinogens Two Disney-branded hand sanitizer products are being recalled after they were found to contain carcinogens. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Best Brands Consumer Products is voluntarily recalling two finished product lots of “The Mandalorian Hand Sanitizer,” available in green and blue formulations, and bottles of “Mickey Mouse Hand Sanitizer” that come with a blue product. According to the FDA, testing found the presence of benzene in The Mandalorian hand sanitizer product and methanol in the Mickey Mouse hand sanitizer product. The recalled lots were produced by a t…

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by Zak Failla
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Don't Drink It: 150K Bottles Of Hand Sanitizer Recalled Due To Water Bottle Resemblance Don't Drink It: 150K Bottles Of Hand Sanitizer Recalled Due To Water Bottle Resemblance
Don't Drink It: 150K Bottles Of Hand Sanitizer Recalled Due To Water Bottle Resemblance Federal officials are cautioning Americans to be wary of a hand sanitizer that was packaged to resemble bottled water bottles and is now subject to a massive recall. American Screening announced that it is voluntarily recalling 153,336 units of hand sanitizer sold nationwide that contains 70 percent ethyl alcohol packaged in 8-ounce containers that could pose the risk of consumption. According to the FDA, the product has a small water bottle shape with a black flip-top cap or clear cap with a blue pouring spout. It also has the UPC code 8 4005051579 2. The recalled products have expirati…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Don't Use Certain Hand Sanitizers That May Contain Cancer-Causing Chemicals, FDA Says COVID-19: Don't Use Certain Hand Sanitizers That May Contain Cancer-Causing Chemicals, FDA Says
Covid-19: Don't Use Certain Hand Sanitizers That May Contain Cancer-Causing Chemicals, FDA Says The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning some Americans against using a certain hand sanitizer that could potentially contain high levels of potentially cancer-causing chemicals. An alert was issued by the FDA this week advising that it found unacceptable levels of benzene, acetaldehyde, and acetal contaminants in certain artnaturals brand scent-free hand sanitizer labeled with “DIST. by artnaturals Gardena, CA 90248.” According to the FDA, consumers should not use any artnaturals hand sanitizer products, saying the company has not replied to the FDA to help identif…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: List Of Hand Sanitizers To Avoid Grows To More Than 75, FDA Says In New Warning COVID-19: List Of Hand Sanitizers To Avoid Grows To More Than 75, FDA Says In New Warning
Covid-19: List Of Hand Sanitizers To Avoid Grows To More Than 75, FDA Says In New Warning The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers and health care providers that the agency has seen a sharp increase in hand sanitizer products that are labeled to contain ethanol (also known as ethyl alcohol) but that have tested positive for methanol contamination amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The list has now grown to more than 75 products being recalled. Methanol, also known as wood alcohol, can be toxic when ingested or absorbed through the skin, according to FDA said. The agency said it's aware of adults and children ingesting hand sanitizer products contaminated with me…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: With Store Shelves Wiped Clean, Here's How To Make Homemade Hand Sanitizer COVID-19: With Store Shelves Wiped Clean, Here's How To Make Homemade Hand Sanitizer
Covid-19: With Store Shelves Wiped Clean, Here's How To Make Homemade Hand Sanitizer With commercial hand sanitizing products flying off store shelves as the novel strain of the coronavirus continues to spread around the globe, some have started creating their own, homemade version of the liquid. Globally, as of Thursday, March 12, there have been 129,589 confirmed coronavirus cases that resulted in 4,749 deaths. In the United States, there have been 1,364 confirmed cases that resulted in 38 deaths. The Spruce, a website that offers “real-life tips and inspiration to help you make your best home,” has offered tips for how both adults and children can create their own hand s…

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by Zak Failla
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Coronavirus Fears Spark Consumers Scrambling To Build 'Pandemic Pantries' Coronavirus Fears Spark Consumers Scrambling To Build 'Pandemic Pantries'
Coronavirus Fears Spark Consumers Scrambling To Build 'Pandemic Pantries' With fears of the rapidly spreading coronavirus escalating, some retailers are combating empty shelves as many consumers scramble to build “pandemic pantries.” Items like hand sanitizer, food, health care, and other products have been rapidly flying off shelves as concerns of coronavirus continue to preoccupy the nation. Many are also reportedly stocking up on disinfectant wipes, household cleaners, and dry groceries. Consumer market researcher Nielsen said this week that the hoarding of emergency supplies for what’s becoming called “pandemic pantries” began in China and Italy a…

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by Zak Failla
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New Year, New You? Here's How To Stay Healthy When Hitting The Gym New Year, New You? Here's How To Stay Healthy When Hitting The Gym
New Year, New You? Here's How To Stay Healthy When Hitting The Gym There’s nothing more aggravating than getting sick while trying to stay healthy.  “Common infections to be aware of are skin and soft-tissue infections caused by MRSA or other bacteria; plantar warts caused by viruses like HPV; and fungal skin infections, like athlete’s foot or ringworm,” said Dr. Donald Chen, hospital epidemiologist at Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. “These are spread by contact with a surface harboring the organisms: gym equipment, gym benches, locker-room floors, shower floors or shared surfaces.”  In w…

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Is There A 'Right' Way To Wash Your Hands? Is There A 'Right' Way To Wash Your Hands?
Is There A 'Right' Way To Wash Your Hands? During the height of cold and flu season, using warm soap and water to clean your hands is important to reduce the risk of infection. A seemingly mindless task, washing your hands actually requires a bit of attention to effectively avert contraction. According to Dr. Sheila Nolan, chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), the key is to make sure you create a good lather with the soap, wash all surfaces of the hands and then thoroughly rinse.  “I tell kids to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ twice b…

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