Nitrous Oxide by Any Other Name
My friends want me to try Whip-Its. Is it safe? The short answer: No! The explanation: Nitrous oxide is often used as a culinary tool
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Forging a Bridge from FDA to the States
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has frequently reported on the under-resourcing of FDA, including both staff and funding. This was most recently detailed in a
US Invokes Title 42 Public Health Law as Ebola Protection
With the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) facing its 17th Ebola outbreak since the virus was first identified in 1976, the World Health Organization
Could Your Facility Be in Line for FDA’s New One-Day “Assessments”?
If your facility is considered by FDA to be “lower risk,” you may be in line for a “one-day inspectional assessment.” In early May, FDA
National Bike Month Brings Ironic Illness Twist
May is turning out to be an eventful month for cyclists. Just as bicyclists are beginning to celebrate National Bike Month, reports have come out
GRAS, Additives, Chemicals: Who Should Hold the Authority?
State leadership vs. a patchwork of regulations: a summing up of the controversy over the “FRESH Act” in a single phrase. Due to its controversial
Cruise Ship Outbreak Raises Hantavirus Concerns
The suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship carrying passengers from across the globe has brought the disease into the headlines this week. Although the
GRAS Train Has Left the Station and Is Moving Fast!
GRAS is continuing to be a major topic of conversation and legislation at both the state and federal levels, with bills at both likely to
When Rice Bites Back
I’m consumed with all the new rice trends! Are they safe? The short answer: Yes, if… The explanation: Rice bowls, brothy rice, crispy rice salad,
Tick Bites Reach New High, Portend Harsh Season
With April already seeing the highest number of ER visits due to tick bites since CDC’s tracking began in 2017, experts are predicting 2026 to