Contamination
'Forever Chemicals' Are Contaminating Some Water Wells Across America
The toxic chemicals known as Per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to health issues such as cancer or suppressed immune function.
Luxury Champagne Recalled Again Over Ecstacy Contamination
The lethal contamination has killed one person and poisoned 10 others across Europe.
Algal Bloom Potentially Sickening Hikers on California Trail
Newsweek spoke with hikers who were planning to skip a section of the Pacific Crest Trail because of drinking water possibly contaminated with an algal bloom.
Salad Products Are in the Fresh Express Recall
The company recalled the items after the FDA reported a sample taken from a Fresh Express salad product had matched a Listeria outbreak strain.
60 to 80 Tons of Dead Fish Removed From Reservoir After Tequila Spill
"The damage is irreparable and serious," said Ayotlan Mayor Rodolfo Hernández of the spill.
Woman Suspects Poultry at Walmart Is Contaminated in Viral Video
"We are in close communication with Tyson, who told us a 'puffed' bag does not indicate spoilage in this case," Walmart said in response.
Remdesivir Recall Warns Glass Particulates Can Cause Stroke and Death
Gilead said Friday that it would carry out a voluntary recall of two lots of the coronavirus drug in the U.S. after determining that some vials were contaminated with glass.
14,000 Pounds of Ground Turkey Recalled Over Plastic Contamination Fears
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said the batch of Butterball ground turkey was recalled following reports of embedded blue plastic in the product.
Some States Could See Funding to Clean Up Water Contaminated from Runoff
"It's really hard to convince people to stay in a community where they don't think they'll have access to clean drinking water," Elizabeth Klein said.
Japan Halts 2.6M Moderna Doses Over Contamination Concerns
In some areas, a tiny black substance was found in a Moderna vaccine vial, while in others, black and pink substances were spotted in syringes and vials.
McCormick's Italian, Frank's RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning Recalled
The potential risk of salmonella contamination in the food seasoning items was highlighted by the FDA during routine testing.
Listeria Alert as 130,000 Pounds of Chicken Products May Be Contaminated
Listeria can cause listeriosis, which primarily affects older adults, people with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women.
Boil Water Notice, Texas Advisory Explained
Residents should use bottled water or boil tap water when a boil water notice has been issued due to possible contamination, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes.
Tampa Boil Water Notice Updates, Residents Advised to Disinfect Tap Water
A citywide notice banning irrigation watering was also issued Monday to conserve Tampa's available water resources.
'Mystery Illness' Kills One and Hospitalizes Hundreds in India
Health experts are now hunting for the source of the sickness, with officials so far ruling out links to COVID.
How Dead Mink Are Rising From the Grave, Explained by Science
Concerns have been raised over the risk of contamination in Denmark because the culled mink are buried near drinking water reserves.
McDonald's HQ Raided in Food Poisoning Investigation of Alleged 'Hamburger
The investigation first began in 2017 following a complaint by a mother in South Korea who claimed her child developed a kidney disease after eating an undercooked meat patty sold by the fast food giant.
Meijer Issues Cantaloupe Recall in 6 States Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
The grocery chain is recalling cantaloupe sold at 253 supercenters across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin.
'Forever Chemical' Research Delayed Due to COVID-19, Pentagon Says
Director Herb Nelson said progress on PFAS-free firefighting foam had been delayed by about six months because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Soot From the Industrial Revolution Has Been Found in the Himalayas
Scientists analyzed a core sample taken from the Dasuopu glacier on Shishapangma, the world's 14th highest mountain.
White House Says Trump Would Likely Veto Environmental Bill Regulating PFAS
In a statement Tuesday, the White House said they "strongly oppose" a bill that would help prevent PFAS, a type of chemical linked to certain cancers that has been found in drinking water sources across the country, because it would undermine "public confidence in the EPA's decisions."
More Than 1,000 Pounds of Pork Sausages Recalled Over Contamination Fears
Approximately 1,092 pounds of ready to eat pork sausage products shipped to Illinois and New York might be contaminated.
Urine Sample Marked 'Highly Contagious' Triggers Evacuation of Theater
The manager of the North Bend Theater in North Bend, Washington, was taken to hospital as a precaution after he opened the package, authorities said.
Lack of Regulation of PFAS Chemicals at Military Bases 'Deeply' Troubling
"We, the undersigned non-governmental organizations, are deeply troubled by proposals to remove critical provisions related to per- and poly- fluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, from the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2020," the letter said.
2 Million Pounds of Simmons Products May Contain Unsafe Levels of Metal
A recall notice was published by the USDA after the issue was brought to Simmons' attention during further processing.
Zantac Concerns: What Are the Chances of a Class Action Lawsuit?
Zantac and ranitidine have made a lot of headlines recently, after the FDA made the decision to investigate possible contaminants in ranitidine products.
Tyson Foods Frozen Chicken Recalled Nationwide over Contamination Fears
The unwanted material may include "pieces from a mechanical seal or gasket," a Tyson Foods Inc. spokesperson told Newsweek.
Chernobyl 'Sarcophagus' That Holds in Radiation on Verge of Collapse
On April 26, 1986, a failed safety test of the number 4 reactor at the nuclear power plant caused a huge explosion, releasing huge amounts of radiation into the environment.
Beer and Wine Could Be Contaminated with Arsenic
Scientists tested beer and wine and found they contained potentially dangerous heavy metals.
Nearly 100,000 Pounds of Frozen Entrees Recalled
The frozen chicken products were sold in stores like Walmart and Winn-Dixie.