Salvaged foods deemed unsafe in GAO report findings
GAO report to Congress details widespread filth and contamination in salvaged foods sold by outlets handling damaged cans. Inspectors found insect infestation, leaking or swollen containers, and reconditioned olives declared unfit by FDA inspectors. FDA offered model law aid but limited manpower hindered inspections.
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Standards for solar field urged in early trade show
Washington officials urge industry standards and certification to ensure safe effective solar products. Consumer adviser Virginia Knauer warns crucial 2-3 years for growth while industry leaders call for tax incentives and safeguards to aid adoption and truthful advertising.
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FDA abandons fight over high potency vitamins
The FDA backed away from classifying high potency vitamins as drugs and rolled back key restrictions. Regulators kept vitamin A and D as prescription drugs but treat supervitas as food. Potential combinations of vitamins and minerals may be reconsidered under new rules.
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Abortion safer since Supreme Court ruling study says
A National Academy of Sciences Institute of Medicine report found abortion medically safer than carrying a pregnancy to term in early months, with lower maternal death risk and no clear link to increased mental illness. It notes limited long term data and suggests abortion is not a contraceptive substitute.
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Harv researchers link polonium in cigarette smoke to lung cancer risk
Harvard scientists report hamster tests show low doses of polonium alpha radiation from cigarette smoke can induce lung cancer in hamsters. Findings suggest polonium-210 and lead-210 in tobacco smoke may initiate cancer in smokers, and that removing polonium from smoke could be feasible.
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No-work board idle as Hechler pushes abolition
Rep. Ken Hechler of West Virginia lamented apathy from the White House and Congress over abolishing the Federal Mine Safety Board. He noted the panel has heard no appeals in its four years and has yet to act on any case.
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