Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
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The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
The recall affects So Delicious Dairy Free's Salted Caramel Cluster ice cream with best by dates of Aug. 8, 2027.
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
The FDA said more than 1 million bags of shredded cheese sold at major retailers are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
The once-daily, prescription eye drop is said to help combat presbyopia.
The FDA has identified 18 brands of ground cinnamon with elevated levels of lead that it says should be thrown out. Here's what to know.
The Kroger Company's recall follows another FDA recall announcement last week of possibly contaminated pasta.
Walmart says it will eliminate preservatives, plasticizers and other chemicals from its house food brands by 2027.
President Trump's announcement this week about an alleged link between Tylenol and autism has drawn pushback from medical experts.
Advisory committee meetings help FDA scientists make decisions and increase public understanding of drug regulation, and abandoning them doesn't make sense, former officials said.
Some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart are at risk for potential for Cesium-137 contamination, the FDA says.
In a Phase 3 trial, drugmaker Eli Lilly and Company said it's oral GLP-1 pill showed similar results to injectable weight loss options after a 72-week period.
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its beach variety packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic Celsius energy drinks.
More than 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorant were recalled over manufacturing defects, according to the FDA.
Plastic pieces were discovered in the dome toppers of YoCrunch products, the FDA said in a recall alert.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new blue color additive derived from the fruit of the gardenia, a flowering evergreen, for use in a variety of drinks and candies.
Nestle says it will eliminate artificial colors from its U.S. food and beverages by the middle of 2026. It's the latest big food company making that pledge.
Police were alerted to an incident along Herminie West Newton Road in West Newton around 9:30 a.m. Sunday.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
Pittsburgh Public Schools will temporarily shift to remote learning at 35 school buildings this week due to projected high temperatures.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
Service dogs provided by Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans are helping veterans throughout the region heal.
Police were alerted to an incident along Herminie West Newton Road in West Newton around 9:30 a.m. Sunday.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
Business Insider has recognized Shady Maple Smorgasbord as the most "iconic" breakfast restaurant in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Public Schools will temporarily shift to remote learning at 35 school buildings this week due to projected high temperatures.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
We take a look back at the best moments from the week that was on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Daisy Jade is going inside one of the most unique homes in the Pittsburgh area - the Bloomfield Blue Pearl!
If you're looking to celebrate all things bacon, the South Side is the place for you this weekend when the second annual BaconBurgh returns!
PTL's Robby Incmikoski comes to us live from the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to show us the Corks & Kegs Festival!
Every actor has that one role they hope will change everything; for Greene County native Maximus Virgili, the new movie American Summer could be just that!
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit a three-run home run and Brandon Lowe added a solo shot to lift the Pirates to a 6-2 victory over the Cardinals.
Jimmy Crooks hit a two-run homer to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
A Westmoreland County man has been arrested after Pennsylvania State Police say he killed his mother inside a home on Sunday morning before fleeing the residence. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
Video captured by KDKA-TV shows Jakob Michael Korber surrendering to police. Korber was wanted after Pennsylvania State Police said he killed his mother inside a home before fleeing the residence.
Pennsylvania State Police are searching for a man who, they say, killed his mother inside a Westmoreland County home on Sunday morning before fleeing the residence. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Service dogs provided by Life Changing Service Dogs for Veterans are helping veterans throughout the region heal. Megan Shinn shares their work in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
