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80 people sickened by E. Coli tainted cookie dough
September 1, 2009 More than 80 people in 31 states have been sickened by contaminated cookie dough which contained a deadly strain of E. coli bacteria. Read More
More than 50 pesticides found on peaches
August 12, 2009 Of the 50 pesticides found by the U.S. Department of Agriculture on domestic and imported peaches, 5 of the pesticides exceed limits set by the Environmental Protection Agency, according to the Chicago Tribune. Read More
Consumers warned of e-cigarette risks
August 12, 2009 The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers about the health and addiction risks associated with electronic cigarettes, according to the Miami Herald. Read More
Unhealthy eating habits
August 11, 2009 A study by the American Journal of Public Health announced, most consumers underestimate their calorie intake of a “less healthful” meal by 600, according to USA Today. Read More
Improving food safety
The St. Petersburg Times reports that the government estimates 325,000 Americans were hospitalized and more than 5,000 died in 2008 from tainted food. To improve food safety laws, a bill was passed in July that gives the government more inspection power. Read More
Anti-Smoking Bill Signed Into Law
June 24, 2009 President Obama signed an anti-smoking bill, giving the Food and Drug Administration power to regulate tobacco products and bans companies from targeting youths with tobacco advertisements, according to the Los Angeles Times. Read More
