June 14, 2021 3:48 pm WASHINGTON (CNN) — The U.S. is banning the importation of dogs from more than 100 countries, where the threat of rabies is common. The CDC made the announcement Monday. The policy will affect dog rescue missions, imports from dog breeders, and people bringing in pets. The pandemic and a lack of quarantine facilities also factored into the decision, said … [Read more...] about CDC temporarily bans importation of dogs
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Influencer claims TikTok challenge caused her heart attack
June 8, 2021 4:02 pm (CNN) — A new TikTok challenge could land you in the hospital- or worse. It’s called “Dry Scooping.” Users participating in the challenge will consume pre-workout powder with no liquid. It sounds harmless, but Erlanger Chief Of Cardiology Dr. Harish Manyam says otherwise. “You’re getting this high dose of caffeine right away, rather than most people who … [Read more...] about Influencer claims TikTok challenge caused her heart attack
Seafood allergy? Don’t eat cicadas!
June 2, 2021 4:53 pm WASHINGTON (CNN) — For some people, the thought of snacking on a cicada is enough to make them sick. But, people with seafood allergies could actually become seriously ill from eating these insects. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says cicadas “share a family relation to shrimp and lobsters.” This is why health officials discourage people who have … [Read more...] about Seafood allergy? Don’t eat cicadas!
RECALL ALERT: Taco Kits pulled over allergy concerns
May 26, 2021 5:42 pm Above is an example of the Hy-vee Chicken Street Taco Kits. Above is an example of the Hy-vee Chicken Street Taco Kits. Above is an example of the Hy-vee Chicken Street Taco Kits. LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Hy-Vee is voluntarily recalling its Chicken Street Taco Kit because of an issue with its supplier, Reser’s Fine Foods. The grocery chain … [Read more...] about RECALL ALERT: Taco Kits pulled over allergy concerns
Health officials warn of norovirus outbreak
April 23, 2021 3:28 pm Omaha, Neb. (KLKN) — The state of Nebraska is seeing a spike in norovirus outbreaks this spring. The Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) has investigated five outbreaks of norovirus, often confused with the stomach flu, at long-term care facilities and daycare centers. In total, the county has seen 82 cases, almost double the number of cases from … [Read more...] about Health officials warn of norovirus outbreak