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CDC: Tainted peanut butter, 3 deaths may be linked
MINNEAPOLIS - The salmonella bacteria that has sickened more than 400 people in 43 states has been conclusively linked to peanut butter, Minnesota health officials announced Monday. Federal officials said the outbreak may have contributed to three deaths.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AP)
2009-01-12
CDC director is out, government e-mail says
ATLANTA - The woman who led the nation's public health agency in a post-Sept. 11 world of bioterrorist fears is out, her resignation announced in a Friday night e-mail to employees.
Nations:U.S. People:Barack Obama Tom Daschle Bill Clinton Activities:Obama Admin.
2009-01-10
Have Americans Gone Nuts Over Nut Allergies?
Five years ago, at a San Francisco elementary school, a nurse stood by to ensure that the children scrubbed their hands as they arrived, while their packed lunches were confiscated and searched for nut products. The measures were a precaution to protect a 5-year-old boy at the school who had a severe nut allergy.
Nations:Israel U.S. Source:(Time)
2009-01-06
West Nile season appears to be mildest in 7 years
ATLANTA - The West Nile virus season is on track to be the mildest in seven years, with less than a third the number of serious cases as last year's total, U.S. health officials said.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AP)
2008-09-27
Flu shot season begins with ample supply coming
WASHINGTON - Just about everybody needs a flu vaccine -- unless you're an infant or a healthy adult hermit -- but far too few of the Americans who need protection the most get it.
Nations:U.S. Source:(AP)
2008-09-24
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