Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) released a new report that finds a severe pandemic flu outbreak could result in the second worst recession in the U.S. since World War II. The U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) could drop over 5.5 percent, leading to an estimated $683 billion loss.
Today’s announcement by the Produce for Better Health Foundation marks the official launch of the new Fruits & Veggies – More Matters(TM) health initiative. The campaign is in response to the increased recommendations for fruits and vegetables in the Dietary Guidelines of Americans.
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has joined AAFA in the fight against indoor allergens and is dedicated to educating consumers about allergen reduction in the home. “P&G is committed to consumer education and providing consumers with products that will improve their quality of life,” says Ross Holthouse, External Relations Manager at P&G.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been informed that Menu Foods, Inc., a private-label pet food manufacturer based in Statesville, Ontario, Canada, is recalling all its “cuts and gravy” style dog and cat food produced at its facility in Emporia, Kansas between December 3, 2006 and March 6, 2007. The products are sold in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Health Canada is warning consumers not to use Lots GC6038 and GC6052 of the product ReNu MultiPlus contact lens solution because they contain higher than expected amounts of iron that could reduce the product?s effectiveness and cause serious eye injury from infection.
Ireland HSE Head of Consumer Affairs, Mary Culliton, said last week that she was delighted with progress to date in rolling out the HSE’s new Comments and Complaints process, ‘Your Service, Your Say’.
Two peak cancer groups are joining with the Commonwealth Government to coordinate research resources and expertise.
Frito-Lay announced the voluntary recall of 92 cases (5,520 bags) of 2 oz. bags of Fritos Original Corn Chips. This lot is marked as Fritos Original Corn Chips but may contain Fritos Chili Cheese Flavored Corn Chips. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or wheat run the risk of a serious life threatening allergic reaction if they consume the Chili Cheese Flavored product.
Health plans approved under Massachusetts’ health insurance mandate would be unaffordable for many citizens due to high out of pocket costs and no regulation of future rate increases, said the nonprofit nonpartisan Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights (FTCR).
When searching for health advice online, consumers often reject Web sites with high quality medical information in favor of those with a human touch, according to new research funded by the Economic and Social Research Council.