U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Cancer medicine treatments face pharmaceutical supply chain challenges, including drug shortages and reports of counterfeit medicines reaching U.S. clinics. Efforts to strengthen safety involve legislative solutions like the proposed Safeguarding Americans from Fraudulent and Experimental (SAFE) Drugs Act and regulatory improvements by organizations such as NABP. Furthermore, patient education is stressed as essential so that individuals understand if a medication is FDA-approved or compounded for an individual need.

Taylor Farms recalled over a dozen prepared food items, including salsa and guacamole, due to concerns over Salmonella contamination in jalapeño products. This recall follows earlier issues where the company was linked to a multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak involving its iceberg lettuce.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine, mFLUSIVA, for adults 50 years and older, issuing an accelerated approval for those 65 and older. The vaccine was found to be about 27% more effective than standard flu shots in a study involving over 40,000 adults. Officials anticipate the shot will be ready in time for the 2026-27 respiratory virus season.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche told faith leaders he plans to take action to restrict mail-order access to abortion medication, stating his commitment to making the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision permanent in every state. During a call hosted by the White House Faith Office, Blanche mentioned working with U.S. Health and Human Services, the FDA, and President Donald Trump’s White House team on these goals. These efforts come amid ongoing attempts to restrict access to mifepristone.

The CDC warns of a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. The outbreak has sickened 345 people across 27 states, with 36 hospitalized. Chipotle and Qdoba have removed the peppers from their restaurants, and the FDA is investigating potential retail sales.

Federal health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers from Chipotle and QDOBA, which has sickened 345 people across 27 states. The jalapeños were supplied by California-based Coast Citrus Distributors and sourced from Mexico, with 36 hospitalizations reported but no deaths.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, whose nomination advanced in the Senate, told faith leaders he would restrict mail-order access to abortion medication. He emphasized collaboration with federal agencies to enforce policies aligning with the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision. The discussion follows ongoing efforts to limit mifepristone access and debates over the Comstock Act’s potential enforcement.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, whose nomination advanced in the Senate, told faith leaders he would restrict mail-order access to abortion medication to ensure the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision is enforced nationwide. He stated he is collaborating with Health and Human Services, the FDA, and the White House to implement policies targeting mifepristone, a drug used in early abortions, amid ongoing legal challenges to its mail-order availability.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, whose nomination advanced in the Senate, told faith leaders he would restrict mail-order access to abortion medication. He is collaborating with U.S. Health and Human Services, FDA, and President Donald Trump's team to make the Dobbs decision permanent. Louisiana sued the FDA over mifepristone's mail-order rule, and anti-abortion groups are pushing to enforce the Comstock Act to block drug mailings.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche pledged to restrict mail-order access to abortion medication during a call with faith leaders, collaborating with federal agencies to enforce the Dobbs decision. He emphasized policies to prevent states from allowing mail-order drugs like mifepristone, which Louisiana is challenging in court.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche stated he will work to restrict mail-order access to abortion medications like mifepristone, collaborating with federal agencies and the White House. His comments follow a Louisiana lawsuit challenging the FDA's 2023 rule allowing mail delivery of the drug, with anti-abortion groups advocating for enforcement of the 1873 Comstock Act to block such access.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche stated he will take action to restrict mail-order access to abortion medication, collaborating with federal agencies to enforce the Dobbs decision. His comments followed a call with faith leaders and coincide with ongoing legal challenges to FDA rules allowing remote dispensing of mifepristone.

Chipotle removed jalapeños from some restaurants amid a salmonella outbreak linked to the ingredient, as part of a precautionary measure. Minnesota health officials reported 110 Salmonella cases, with 75 individuals linking their illness to eating at Chipotle between June 14 and July 14. The FDA is investigating the outbreak, which may also involve other Mexican-style restaurants.

Chipotle removed jalapeños from some restaurants as a precaution due to a potential link to a salmonella outbreak affecting Minnesota. The FDA is investigating, with 110 confirmed cases in the state, and 75 individuals reported eating at Chipotle during the outbreak period.

Chipotle removed jalapeños from some restaurants as a precaution due to a salmonella outbreak linked to its supply chain in Minnesota. The FDA is investigating, and Minnesota health officials reported 110 Salmonella cases, with 75 individuals reporting eating at Chipotle between June 14 and July 14.

Fitness expert Jillian Michaels warns against the risks of self-dosing unregulated 'gray-market' weight-loss peptides, citing health dangers like heart issues and vision loss. The FDA has issued warnings and crackdowns on illegal sales of unapproved GLP-1 compounds, which bypass safety and efficacy reviews.

Michigan has reported 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases, up from 8,176 cases last week, with 193 hospitalizations linked to the outbreak. Investigations point to lettuce and salad greens as potential sources, though no specific grower or supplier has been identified. Federal agencies and state health departments are collaborating to trace the outbreak, which affects nine states.

Taco Bell is offering discounted lettuce-free menu items, including a $1 Mexican pizza, to recover from a cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce. The outbreak, traced to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, caused a decline in customer traffic and a drop in Yum! Brands' stock. Taco Bell has removed affected lettuce and used social media to communicate with customers.

Lettuce prices surged in early 2026 due to Arizona's hot weather, and a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce at Taco Bell caused sales declines. Taco Bell removed the affected lettuce, leading to a temporary sales drop, while other chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen also reported reduced traffic or spending.

A cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has caused sales declines at Taco Bell and other restaurants. Yum Brands reported a 2% drop in U.S. same-store sales for Taco Bell during July-September 2026, while Chipotle and salad chains like Chopt and Sweetgreen also experienced reduced traffic and spending.

Taco Bell's same-store sales declined 2% in the July-September period due to a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce, but sales have improved after the chain removed the lettuce and offered promotions like $1 Mexican Pizza. Yum Brands, Taco Bell's parent company, reported recovering sales and attributed the improvement to quick containment and transparent communication.

Lettuce prices and a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce are impacting restaurants, with Yum Brands reporting a 2% decline in Taco Bell's same-store sales. The outbreak, traced to Taylor Farms' lettuce, led to recalls and temporary sales drops, though sales have partially recovered. Other chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen also report reduced traffic or spending amid the crisis.

An FDA advisory panel rejected a Duchenne muscular dystrophy drug by a 9-to-3 vote due to insufficient effectiveness data, and the FTC sued Hims & Hers over alleged misleading health data practices and subscription billing issues.

Restaurants are facing challenges due to rising lettuce prices caused by Arizona's hot weather and a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce. Taco Bell removed shredded lettuce from its U.S. restaurants, leading to a 21% drop in customer visits, while salad chains like Chopt and Sweetgreen also saw reduced traffic.

A federal judge ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, a drug used for early pregnancy termination, were not sufficiently justified. The restrictions, challenged by abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, require special certification for pharmacies and clinicians and risk acknowledgment forms. A similar case in Hawaii had previously reached the same conclusion.

Aurora has opened a new ZYN nicotine pouch manufacturing facility operated by Philip Morris International, creating 500 jobs and $550 million in annual economic impact. While officials like Governor Jared Polis and Mayor Mike Coffman highlight economic benefits, concerns from Selena Dunham of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids about youth exposure to nicotine products persist.

Experimental drug daraxonrasib shows promise in treating pancreatic cancer, with clinical trial participants experiencing extended survival times. Former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse, part of the trial, reported significant tumor reduction. The drug targets RAS gene mutations common in pancreatic cancer and is under FDA priority review.

A federal judge ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, including special certification for pharmacies and clinicians and risk acknowledgment forms, are unlawful and must be reviewed. The lawsuit was filed by abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, with a similar case in Hawaii also finding the restrictions arbitrary.

A federal judge ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, including special certification requirements for prescribers and pharmacies, were not sufficiently justified. The decision follows a lawsuit by abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, who argued the restrictions were excessive and inconsistent with legal requirements.

An FDA advisory panel recommended allowing compounding pharmacies to manufacture peptides epitalon and semax but voted against emideltide. Amgen is challenging the FDA's proposal to withdraw its drug Tavneos from the U.S. market, citing new evidence from over 70 real-world studies.

A federal judge ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, an abortion drug, were not sufficiently justified, requiring the agency to reconsider them. The lawsuit, filed by abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, argued the restrictions were excessive and inconsistent with legal requirements. A similar case in Hawaii reached the same conclusion earlier.

A Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico has infected 1,947 people across nine U.S. states, with 98 hospitalizations reported. Taylor Farms issued a recall of affected products after the FDA identified potential contamination, though conflicting test results and ongoing cases have fueled public concern.

A federal judge in Virginia ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, a drug used to terminate early pregnancies, are unlawful due to insufficient justification. The ruling follows similar challenges from abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, who argued the restrictions—requiring special certifications and risk acknowledgment forms—are excessive and medically unnecessary.

A federal judge in Virginia ruled that the FDA's 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, including special certification for pharmacies and risk acknowledgment forms, are unlawful and must be reviewed. The lawsuit, filed by providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, argues the restrictions are excessive and inconsistent with legal requirements.

The Colorado Department of Agriculture confirms that Colorado produce is not linked to the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak. The FDA and CDC are investigating the outbreak, which is caused by a microscopic parasite leading to intestinal illness.

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 2023 restrictions on mifepristone, a drug used to terminate early pregnancies, are unlawful and require review. The restrictions, challenged by abortion providers in Kansas, Montana, and Virginia, include mandatory certification for pharmacies and clinicians and risk acknowledgment forms, which plaintiffs argue are excessive and medically unnecessary.

A Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from Midwest Poultry Services has sickened 98 people across 17 states since November. The outbreak, which hospitalized 26 individuals, involves eggs produced between June 6 and July 3 with sell-by dates through August 17, distributed to stores like Kroger and Brookshire Grocery.

A salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs from Midwest Poultry Services has sickened 98 people across 17 U.S. states since November. The FDA confirmed the outbreak strains matched salmonella found in recalled eggs produced between June 6 and July 3, with 26 hospitalizations reported but no deaths.

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to 8,176, with lettuce and salad greens emerging as a likely source. Taylor Farms De Mexico recalled iceberg lettuce products linked to the outbreak, and the FDA and CDC are investigating. Hospitalizations have increased to 160.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are expanding their investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after identifying cases in four additional states.