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COVID-19: Cuomo Lays Out Plans For Phase II Of Vaccination COVID-19: Cuomo Lays Out Plans For Phase II Of Vaccination
Covid-19: Cuomo Lays Out Plans For Phase II Of Vaccination New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo laid out the state’s plans for the second phase of administering COVID-19 vaccines to essential workers and the general public most at-risk of catching the virus. This week, Phase I of the state’s vaccination plan began, as the first frontline healthcare worker in Queens was given New York’s first dose, with other allocations shipped to hospitals across the state. Earlier story - COVID-19: First NY Vaccine Administered To Critical Care Nurse Phase I of the plan, as dictated by the state, is earmarked for healthcare workers, nursing home residents, and employ…

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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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COVID-19: Here's How Many Vaccine Doses Are Coming To Hudson Valley COVID-19: Here's How Many Vaccine Doses Are Coming To Hudson Valley
Covid-19: Here's How Many Vaccine Doses Are Coming To Hudson Valley Thousands of allocations of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine are coming to the Hudson Valley - possibly as soon as this weekend - New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Wednesday, Dec. 9. In the Hudson Valley region, 19,200 allocations have been designated from the state’s initial 170,000 vaccinations that are being shipped out from the Hudson Valley-based pharmaceutical company. Each of the state’s 10 regions received varying allocations, depending on the population in that area. Only New York City’s 72,000 and Long Island's 26,500 allocations are higher statewide. “This is a massive undertak…

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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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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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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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54-Year-Old Man Dies From Eating Too Much Licorice 54-Year-Old Man Dies From Eating Too Much Licorice
54-Year-Old Man Dies From Eating Too Much Licorice A 54-year-old man has died due to overconsumption of a candy - black licorice. The man, a Massachusetts resident, ate a bag and a half of the candies every day for two weeks prior to his death, the New York Post is reporting. Licorice contains the sweetener glycyyhizic acid, which can deplete a person’s potassium levels and contribute to heart problems, high blood pressure, edema, and lethargy, doctors said in a New England Journal of Medicine article that came out Wednesday, Sept. 23. When the man died - he collapsed inside a fast food restaurant - doctors said he had extremely low …

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Recall Issued For Brand Of Wheat Crackers Sold In New York Recall Issued For Brand Of Wheat Crackers Sold In New York
Recall Issued For Brand Of Wheat Crackers Sold In New York More than 1,500 cases of a brand of wheat crackers sold in New York are being recalled due to an undeclared allergen that could cause a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. B&G Foods announced this week that it is voluntarily recalling 1,502 cases of six-ounce Back to Nature Organic Rosemary & Olive Oil Stoneground Wheat Crackers, with a “best by” date of April 7, 2021. The recall came after it was discovered the product may have undeclared milk ingredients, and anyone with an allergy run the risk of a reaction if they consume the product. The recalled items have a UPC (b…

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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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Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Lay's Potato Chips Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Lay's Potato Chips
Recall Issued For Popular Brand Of Lay's Potato Chips A popular brand of Lay’s potato chips is being recalled. Frito-Lay announced this week that it has issued the voluntary recall of Lay’s Barbecue flavored potato chips that may have also been included in variety packs. The recall is due to undeclared milk allergens. The recall covers one-ounce, 1 ½-ounce, 2 ⅝-ounce potato chips, 7 ¾-ounce, 12 ½-ounce, and 15 ½-ounce bags of chips that co old cause a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction to some if they consume the product contained inside the recalled bags. No other Lay’s products, sizes, flavors, or variety packs have been recalle…

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Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Red Onions Has Sickened Hundreds, FDA Says Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Red Onions Has Sickened Hundreds, FDA Says
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Red Onions Has Sickened Hundreds, FDA Says A salmonella outbreak that has sickened about 400 people in 30 states, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are warning. The FDA’s traceback investigation is ongoing but has identified Thomson International, Inc. of Bakersfield, California as the likely source of potentially contaminated red onions.  Although the investigation has determined that red onions are the likely source of this outbreak, Thomson International, Inc. has notified FDA that it will be recalling all varieties of onions that could have come in contact with p…

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by Joe Lombardi