Sweetgreen shares fell sharply after the salad chain lowered its annual sales forecast as cyclosporiasis fears weighed on consumer demand for fresh produce. The company’s shares dropped about 15% in premarket trading Friday, following the forecast cut announced a day earlier. Sweetgreen now expects annual same-store sales to decline between 7% and 8%. Its previous… Continue reading Sweetgreen Shares Slide on Cyclosporiasis Fears
US health authorities are investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak in US explained by contaminated fresh jalapeno peppers imported from Mexico. The investigation involves the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and state and local health departments. The outbreak comes as federal health officials also investigate a separate… Continue reading Salmonella Outbreak in US Explained: Jalapeno Recall
Jalapenos tied to Salmonella outbreak have triggered a nationwide food safety investigation after hundreds of people fell ill across the United States. Health officials confirmed that contaminated jalapeno peppers imported from Mexico have infected hundreds of consumers, prompting a major recall and raising fresh concerns about produce safety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention… Continue reading Jalapenos Tied to Salmonella Outbreak in 27 US States
The United States has recorded a sharp rise in hospital visits linked to nausea and vomiting among frequent marijuana users. A report released Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that emergency room diagnoses of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome increased 16% from October through May. The condition affects people who use marijuana… Continue reading US Sees Jump in Nausea Cases Among Marijuana Users
Amazon Pharmacy weight-loss drugs are now available to eligible Medicare beneficiaries for $50 per month under a new federal bridge program aimed at expanding access to obesity treatments. The initiative simplifies enrollment, insurance verification, and prescription approval while giving patients the option of home delivery or in-store pickup. The move reflects Amazon’s growing role in… Continue reading Amazon Pharmacy Weight-Loss Drugs for Medicare
Michigan health officials have confirmed that Michigan cyclosporiasis cases have climbed to 12,218, marking another significant increase as the state continues responding to one of its largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent years. Authorities reported 710 new infections in the latest daily update and urged residents to remain cautious while investigations continue. The outbreak has… Continue reading Michigan Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise Above 12,000
US health officials have expanded their investigation into the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce imported from central Mexico after identifying new cases in six additional states. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed on Wednesday that the outbreak now spans 15 states, making it… Continue reading Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Spreads to 15 US States
A new study suggests that regular movement can significantly improve health outcomes for people living with atrial fibrillation, even if they exercise only a little each week. Researchers found that physical activity and atrial fibrillation are closely linked, with active adults showing a lower risk of stroke and a greater chance of living longer compared… Continue reading Physical Activity Atrial Fibrillation
Health officials in the United Kingdom have reported a significant increase in UK cyclospora infections, with most cases linked to travellers returning from Mexico. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is urging holidaymakers to take extra precautions when eating and drinking abroad as summer travel continues. UKHSA Confirms Increase in Cases According to the UKHSA,… Continue reading UK Reports Rise in Cyclospora Infections Among Mexico Travellers
Sugar restriction in infancy could significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease later in life, according to new research that examined the long-term effects of early childhood nutrition. Scientists found that limiting sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life may improve brain health, lower dementia risk, and reduce the chances of developing anxiety… Continue reading Sugar Restriction in Infancy Cuts Alzheimer’s Risk
