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Mushroom Gummies That Sickened Users Contained Illicit Psilocybin

FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 – Mushroom gummies being sold to promote brain function might instead contain harmful ingredients not listed on the label, including illicit psilocybin, the hallucinogen found...

At Least 58 Have Now Been Sickened After Eating Diamond Shruumz Edibles

THURSDAY, July 11, 2024 – Nearly 60 illnesses, including 30 hospitalizations, have now been linked to eating Diamond Shruumz edibles, U.S. health officials reported. The U.S. Centers for Disease...

Tampons May Be a Source of Metal Exposure

THURSDAY, July 11, 2024 – Tampon use is a potential source of metal exposure, according to a study published in the August issue of Environmental International. Jenni A. Shearston, Ph.D., from the...

Some Environmental Toxicants Linked to Depressive Symptoms

TUESDAY, July 9, 2024 – Certain categories of environmental toxicants are associated with depressive symptoms, according to a study published online July 3 in JAMA Network Open. Jianhui Guo, M.D.,...

Study Finds Arsenic, Lead in Tampon Products

MONDAY, July 8, 2024 – Researchers report they have discovered lead and arsenic in a wide variety of tampon products sold in the United States and Europe.  Testing revealed lead in all 30 tampons ...

FDA Warns of 48 Illnesses, One Death Linked to Diamond Shruumz Edibles

WEDNESDAY, July 3, 2024 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it is now investigating nearly 50 illnesses and one death that may be linked to eating Diamond Shruumz edibles. Of the 48...

FDA Bans Food Additive Found in Sports Drinks, Sodas

WEDNESDAY, July 3, 2024 – A regulation allowing the use of brominated vegetable oil in food was revoked Tuesday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration after the agency concluded the additive was...

All Diamond Shruumz Edibles Recalled Over High Levels of Mushroom Toxin in Products

MONDAY, July 1, 2024 – All Diamond Shruumz edibles have been recalled after the company found high levels of a mushroom toxin in them that may have sickened 39 people in 20 states. The recall...

ADA: Bisphenol A Linked to Reduced Peripheral Insulin Sensitivity

THURSDAY, June 27, 2024 – Bisphenol A (BPA) administration is associated with reduced peripheral insulin sensitivity among healthy adults, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the...

Exposure to Plastics Chemical BPA May Raise Diabetes Risk

WEDNESDAY, June 26, 2024 – A common plastics chemical might increase a person’s risk of diabetes, a new study warns. People fed small doses of Bisphonol A (BPA) developed significantly worse insulin ...

More Sickened After Eating Diamond Shruumz Bars, Cones and Gummy Edibles

WEDNESDAY, June 19, 2024 – The number of people severely sickened after consuming mushroom edibles sold as Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, cones or gummies has risen, the U.S. Food and Drug...

Dolphins Off Florida, Georgia Have High Levels of Mercury

THURSDAY, June 14, 2024 – Dolphins living off the coasts of Georgia and Florida have elevated levels of mercury in their bodies, new research shows. That could have implications for people, said a...

Scientists Find Possible Antidote to Black Widow Spider Bite

WEDNESDAY, June 12, 2024 – A potential human-specific antidote to black widow spider venom has been discovered, researchers report. They have identified an antibody that effectively neutralizes...

9/11 Responders May Face Higher Odds for Dementia

WEDNESDAY, June 12, 2024 – After helping America through one of its worst tragedies, some responders to the events of 9/11 may now face another foe: Heightened risks for dementia. A new study looks...

More Sickened After Eating Diamond Shruumz Bars, Cones and Gummies

WEDNESDAY, June 12, 2024 – The number of people severely sickened after consuming mushroom edibles sold as Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones or Gummies has risen, the U.S. Food and Drug...

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