A new study suggests that at least one in seven home kitchens would flunk the kind of health inspection commonly administered to restaurants …
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1 in 7 home kitchens would flunk inspection, worse than restaurants
Food safety groups slam USDA egg graders at farms in recall
Staff at two Iowa egg processors implicated in a national salmonella outbreak were supposed to enforce rules, federal regulations show.
Flu shot Q&A: It’s that time again, but just get one this year
It’s flu-shot season already, and for the first time health authorities are urging nearly everyone to get vaccinated. There is even a new high-dose …
New test may ‘revolutionize TB care,’ diagnosing
Scientists are reporting a major advance in diagnosing tuberculosis: A new test can reveal in less than two hours, with very high accuracy, whether …
More ‘empowered’ patients question doctors’ orders
Many physicians say an increasing number of patients are getting involved in decisions about their medical care, especially diagnostic tests …
Botox maker to pay $600M to resolve federal investigation
Allergan Inc., the maker of wrinkle-smoothing Botox, says it will pay $600 million to settle a yearslong federal investigation into its marketing …
Active minds delay dementia but speed decline once it hits
Cognitive stimulation has early benefits, according to a 12-year study of those 65 and up, but after Alzheimer’s hits may make it worse.
NASA delivers coping tips for miners trapped in Chile
Space travel psychiatrists say such isolation can lead to withdrawal, territorial behavior, hostility and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Doctors: Michael Douglas’ cancer therapy is grueling
Experts say the Oscar winner with Stage IV throat cancer is in for a tough haul, but otherwise his prognosis is excellent.