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FDA Issues Safety Warning on Lead Risks in Imported Cookware
The FDA is alerting retailers and distributors about potential lead risks from certain imported aluminum, brass, and alloy cookware, often labeled as Hindalium, Hindolium, Indalium, or Indolium. These products, tested…
Read MoreMadeGood Granola Bars Recalled Due to Potential Metal Contamination
MadeGood has voluntarily recalled 12 varieties of granola bars sold in the U.S., Canada, and other international markets due to potential metal contamination, as reported by the FDA. Impacted products…
Read MoreGet Your Flu Vaccine Before the Holidays
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is encouraging everyone to get their flu vaccine during National Influenza Vaccination Week, from December 2-6. The flu vaccine is the…
Read MoreMcDonald’s E. coli Outbreak Grows: 75 Infected in 13 States
The E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders continues to expand, now affecting 75 individuals across 13 states, with cases ranging from September 27 to October 10, 2024. Health…
Read MoreBronson Opens New Urgent Care in Downtown Kalamazoo
Bronson Healthcare has opened Bronson Urgent Care at 940 John St, conveniently located near Bronson Methodist Hospital in downtown Kalamazoo. This new facility provides walk-in care for both adults and…
Read MoreImportant: EEE and West Nile Virus Detected Locally
Van Buren/Cass District Health Department (VBCDHD) is letting you know about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) found in mosquitos and animals in both Van Buren and…
Read MoreEgg Recall Due to Salmonella Risk: What You Need to Know
Milo’s Poultry Farms is recalling eggs sold under “Milo’s Poultry Farms” and “Tony’s Fresh Market” in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan due to possible Salmonella contamination. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, and…
Read MoreRabies Update: Essential Information and Prevention Tips
Rabies is a preventable viral disease affecting wildlife like bats, raccoons, and skunks, and can be transmitted to people and pets through bites or scratches. In Michigan. Read letter from…
Read MoreFDA Expands Recall of Lead-Contaminated Ground Cinnamon
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is alerting residents that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded its recall list of ground cinnamon products due…
Read MoreDiscover the Impact: 2023 Annual Report Now Available
We’re excited to share our 2023 Annual Report, highlighting the accomplishments and strides we’ve made in public health over the past year. From expanding essential services to launching new health…
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