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Jenna Anderson

New York

Editorial Assistant at Health

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  • 4 days ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

    Tomatoes recalled across three U.S. states were given a Class I risk warning from the FDA. rkankaro / Getty ImagesThe FDA has set a recent tomato recall at the highest risk level. The tomatoes, from Williams Farms Repack LLC, may be contaminated with Salmonella. If you have the recalled tomatoes, throw them away and monitor for signs of Salmonella infection. The Food and Drug Administration has given the highest risk level to a tomato recall in three states.

  • 1 week ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

    A salmonella outbreak that has sickened 45 people in 18 states has led to a nationwide cucumber recall. Sandi Smolker / Getty ImagesDozens of products with cucumber have been recalled following the Bedner Growers cucumber recall. The cucumbers were linked to a Salmonella outbreak, which has grown to 45 cases across 18 states. Check your kitchen for these other items that may contain contaminated cucumbers.

  • 1 week ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza |Nick Blackmer

    COVID shots were previously offered to everyone 6 months and older. Jackyenjoyphotography / Getty ImagesHHS will no longer recommend the COVID vaccine for healthy kids and pregnant people. Experts say both groups may still face higher COVID risks than healthy adults. The vaccine may still be available for these groups but likely won’t be covered by insurance.

  • 1 week ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Julia Landwehr |Nick Blackmer

    somboon kaeoboonsong / Getty ImagesConsumer Reports ranked the 10 foods linked to the largest recalls and foodborne illness outbreaks in 2024. Many of these foods are higher risk because of how they’re grown or processed, or because of how they’re served. Cook and handle these foods carefully, and consider avoiding them if you’re at risk of severe illness from foodborne pathogens. 2024 was a major year for food recalls.

  • 2 weeks ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

    Balefire9 / Getty ImagesWhole cucumbers from Bedner Growers have been recalled nationwide. The cucumbers were linked to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. If you have the recalled cucumbers or are unsure where they came from, throw them away. Heads up, salad lovers: A major cucumber recall is underway in the U.S. due to an ongoing Salmonella outbreak. The gist: Check your fridge ASAP for fresh, whole cucumbers—and toss them if you don't know where they're from. Which Cucumbers Are Being Recalled?