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Bagged salad mixes being recalled due to E. coli concerns
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Bagged salad mixes being recalled due to E. coli concerns

The ‘Sunflower Crunch’ salad kits made by Fresh Express are making headlines In another multi-state E. coli outbreak linked to salad products. Eight people were sickened and 3 have been hospitalized. Is This The Same As The Romaine Lettuce Recall? The CDC says this is a different strain of E. coli than the one that…

Trump suggests ‘injection’ of disinfectant to beat Coronavirus
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Trump suggests ‘injection’ of disinfectant to beat Coronavirus

New research suggests that sunlight might be able to destroy the coronavirus. After a presentation by the Department of Homeland Security’s science and technology division, President Trump suggested that ultraviolet or very powerful light could be used to kill the virus inside an infected person.  Contrary to the President’s statements, the research only shows that…

CDC issues warning on ‘crypto’ fecal parasites that can live for days in swimming pools
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CDC issues warning on ‘crypto’ fecal parasites that can live for days in swimming pools

When we think of ‘summer’ we’re often flooded with images of long sunny days, bar-b-ques with friends, and lounging by the pool. But health officials warn outbreaks linked to the fecal ‘crypto’ parasite often spread in swimming pools is on the rise. Its full name is Cryptosporidium and it is contracted by swallowing water contaminated…

Questions Answered About the Coronavirus – Part 4
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Questions Answered About the Coronavirus – Part 4

I’m continuing to answer questions in an effort to stop the spread of misinformation and false claims. Unfortunately, we all really need to be careful when it comes to sharing information. There are shady people out there making bogus medical claims and even posing as doctors or medical officials. Question From Shannon Quay –  “I…

August may bring more US coronavirus deaths than expected, but next wave in winter could be worse
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August may bring more US coronavirus deaths than expected, but next wave in winter could be worse

In the United States, it’s estimated that 66,000 Americans will die by August from COVID-19. This number has risen by 10% as officials warn a deadlier wave is possible this winter. The estimate has increased for a few reasons. First, we will continue to revise the number as we receive more data. Predictions will shift…

Fact Check: Could Taking Vitamin C Cure — or Prevent — COVID-19?
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Fact Check: Could Taking Vitamin C Cure — or Prevent — COVID-19?

I’m hearing a lot of misinformation these days on what could or could not help when it comes to the coronavirus and our health. Some folks are now saying that taking high doses of Vitamin C may be beneficial for curing or preventing COVID-19. Unfortunately, this is unfounded medical advice. No science backs up the…

New hope for coronavirus treatment and vaccines
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New hope for coronavirus treatment and vaccines

According to the World Health Organization, two potential vaccine candidates stand out among the seven currently in clinical evaluation. While some may be cautiously optimistic, please keep in mind that lab results don’t always translate the way we want in humans. But, one of these potential vaccines looks promising based on results from animal studies. …

Store-bought Turkey Causing a Total of 358 Infections Across 42 States, CDC Reports
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Store-bought Turkey Causing a Total of 358 Infections Across 42 States, CDC Reports

Unfortunately,  we need to be really careful with our turkeys because salmonella is still a concern. The CDC reports that a total of 358 infections across 42 states. One person has died and 44% of those who became ill ended up in the hospital. Now, the outbreak investigation has been closed, but more cases are…