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Did the FDA Just Ban Cigarettes in Louisiana? New Rule Proposal Raises Concerns
A bold FDA proposal could change cigarettes forever, and it might feel like a ban. What does this mean for Louisiana? Get the details here.
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Proposed FDA Label Changes Could Have Big Impact Louisiana Shoppers
The FDA’s proposed labels could highlight sugar, sodium, and fat on food packages. What does this mean for Louisiana shoppers? Find out here!
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Louisiana to start enforcing new imported seafood labeling law
Louisiana’s new law that requires that imported seafood be clearly labeled on packaging and menus will start to be enforced by the Louisiana Department of Health.
FDA bans red dye No. 3 from food and drugs
"This is something that should’ve been done a very long time ago." - FDA has officially banned the use of red dye No. 3 in food and medications.
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1st bird flu death in the US reported in Louisiana
The first person has died of bird flu in the United States, the Louisiana Department of Health confirmed on Monday. The patient, who was exposed to non-commercial backyard flock and wild birds, was over age 65 and had underlying medical conditions, officials said.
Vegetable Platter Recall in 7 States As FDA Sets Highest Risk Level
Vegetable platters have been recalled in seven states over fears of possible contamination with salmonella. The products have been given a Class I categorization by the Food and Drug Administration, the agency's most serious type of recall.
SE Louisiana takes road win streak into matchup with East Texas A&M
SE Louisiana will try to keep its three-game road win streak intact when the SE Louisiana Lions play East Texas A&M.
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Zyn nicotine pouches can be marketed in the U.S., the FDA says. What does this mean?
The FDA said "an extensive scientific review" found the products were found to pose lower risks of cancer and other serious health conditions compared to cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products.
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Nitrous Oxide Huffing Prevalent Among College Students
West Virginia University issued a community notice warning of an increase in throat and mouth injuries caused by nitrous oxide huffing.
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Texas judge says states can revive challenge to abortion pill access nationwide
Idaho, Kansas and Missouri requested late last year to pursue the case in federal court in Amarillo, Texas, after the U.S. Supreme Court issued a narrow ruling finding that abortion opponents who first filed the case lacked the legal right to sue.
Bird flu almost killed this teen. It’s a cautionary tale for Trump officials.
The case of the Canadian teen and the death of a Louisiana man are stark reminders of bird flu’s capacity to ignite serious illness.
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FDA OKs sales of Zyn nicotine pouches, citing health benefits for adult smokers
Federal health officials on Thursday backed the public health benefits of nicotine pouches, authorizing Philip Morris International’s Zyn to help adult smokers cut back or quit