Community input is sought to address toxic chemicals contaminating the groundwater supply. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced a proposal to address groundwater contamination at the Motorola…
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HHS Releases Progress Report on STI Strategic Plan
Officials provide an overview of federal actions taken between 2021 and 2023. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released its progress report on addressing sexually transmitted…
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Louisiana Sues DHS Over Illegal Immigrant with Deadly Virus
The state alleges the actions of the president’s administration jeopardize public health. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed a suit against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary…
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DOJ Indicts Chinese Companies For Fentanyl Manufacturing and Distribution
Eight companies have been charged with federal crimes. The Department of Justice announced indictments against eight chemical companies based in China and eight employees. The federal criminal charges…
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USDA Reduced Testing Timeline for Bird Flu in Cattle
The agency has received criticism for changing its original testing windows. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has responded to criticisms of the tempering of its initial emergency order…
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FDA Updates E. coli Advisory, Focus on Onion Supplier
Taco Bell, Burger King, Pizza Hut, and KFC also pull potentially contaminated onions from their menus after McDonald’s outbreak. The Food and Drug Administration has updated its E.…
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EPA Announces Grants to Improve Water Systems in Small and Rural Communities
Federal funding intended to provide technical assistance and training to guarantee safe drinking water and effective wastewater treatment in underserved areas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently…
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Interior Department Invests Over $12 Million in Orphaned Well Clean-Up
This funding supports environmental restoration for 4 tribal nations. The Department of the Interior has announced an investment of over $12 million, from the president’s Investing in American…
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FDA Warns Manufacturer After Toxic Contamination of Cinnamon in Purees
The agency intensifies scrutiny of the company after food safety violations. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to Austrofood, citing violations related to…
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Surgeon General Murthy Issues Health Advisory for Parental Stress
He says parent mental health is a large contributor to youth mental health. U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a public health advisory on parental mental health this…
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