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As Romney attempts to expand map, Michigan in focus
Amid Romney's efforts to "expand the map" electorally, the Obama campaign puts money into shoring up advantages in states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, Minnesota - but denies weakness there 
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Man to test bionic leg by climbing Chicago tower
31-year-old amputee will try to climb 103 flights of Willis Tower using prosthetic leg controlled by his thoughts 
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Stocks slipping after historic 2-day close
The last time the exchange closed for two consecutive days because of weather was during the Blizzard of 1888 
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Hurricane Sandy landfall: Where and when?
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Women with cats may have higher suicide risk due to feline fecal parasite
A new study from the July 2 issue of Archives of General Psychiatry showed that women infected with the Toxoplasma gondii parasite found in some cats' feces were 1.5 times more likely to try to take their own life than those who were not infected.
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"We can't say with certainty that T. gondii caused the women to try to kill themselves, but we did find a predictive association between the infection and suicide attempts later in life that warrants additional studies," study author Dr. Teodor T. Postolache, associate professor of psychiatry and director of the Mood and Anxiety Program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, said in a written statement.
For the study, researchers looked at nearly 46,000 Danish women who gave birth between 1992 and 1995 and whose babies were screened for T. gondii antibodies. Babies don't typically produce antibodies to the parasite until three months after their birth, thus newborns with antibodies suggest their moms were infected by the parasite. The researchers then cross-referenced Danish health registries to see if any of these women later attempted suicide in the decades since, and then looked at a psychiatric health register to determine which of these women were previously diagnosed with mental illness.
The researchers found an increase in suicide risk for women that corresponded with the levels of parasite antibodies found in the children's blood tests. Seventy-eight women had a violent suicide attempt, which may have involved guns, sharp instruments or jumping from high places, which suggests an 81 percent risk increase for infected women. More than 500 women in the study attempted suicide, so the overall actual risk was still small.
About one-third of the world's population is thought to be infected with the T. gondii parasite, which causes the infection toxoplasmosis. The parasite hides from the immune system in "cysts" found in brain and muscle cells and many people won't even show symptoms. The infection, however, may cause headache, fever, a mild illness similar to mononucleosis, muscle pain, blurred vision and seizures within two weeks. Toxoplasmosis has also been linked to mental illness such as schizophrenia and changes in behavior, the researchers said.
The parasite thrives in cats' intestines and is often passed through their feces into litter boxes or elsewhere in the home. As such, women are often warned not to change the litter box during pregnancy to reduce risk of infection. However the parasite can also be passed from other animals, or through contaminated drinking water, unwashed vegetables or by eating undercooked or raw meat.
Postolache notes his study had limitations, namely that the researchers didn't capture many occurrences of attempted suicide and weren't able to determine what caused the suicidal behavior.
""T. gondii infection is likely not a random event and it is conceivable that the results could be alternatively explained by people with psychiatric disturbances having a higher risk of becoming T. gondii infected prior to contact with the health system, Postolache said. The study also didn't look at men and women who didn't have kids.
Dr. J. John Mann, an international suicide expert at Columbia University, said in press release that there's mounting evidence that immune factors may be tied to suicide risk, so identifying infections that can trigger a heightened immune system response in at-risk patients that may lead to new suicide prevention strategies.
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"We can't say with certainty that T. gondii caused the women to try to kill themselves, but we did find a predictive association between the infection and suicide attempts later in life that warrants additional studies," study author Dr. Teodor T. Postolache, associate professor of psychiatry and director of the Mood and Anxiety Program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, said in a written statement.
For the study, researchers looked at nearly 46,000 Danish women who gave birth between 1992 and 1995 and whose babies were screened for T. gondii antibodies. Babies don't typically produce antibodies to the parasite until three months after their birth, thus newborns with antibodies suggest their moms were infected by the parasite. The researchers then cross-referenced Danish health registries to see if any of these women later attempted suicide in the decades since, and then looked at a psychiatric health register to determine which of these women were previously diagnosed with mental illness.
The researchers found an increase in suicide risk for women that corresponded with the levels of parasite antibodies found in the children's blood tests. Seventy-eight women had a violent suicide attempt, which may have involved guns, sharp instruments or jumping from high places, which suggests an 81 percent risk increase for infected women. More than 500 women in the study attempted suicide, so the overall actual risk was still small.
About one-third of the world's population is thought to be infected with the T. gondii parasite, which causes the infection toxoplasmosis. The parasite hides from the immune system in "cysts" found in brain and muscle cells and many people won't even show symptoms. The infection, however, may cause headache, fever, a mild illness similar to mononucleosis, muscle pain, blurred vision and seizures within two weeks. Toxoplasmosis has also been linked to mental illness such as schizophrenia and changes in behavior, the researchers said.
The parasite thrives in cats' intestines and is often passed through their feces into litter boxes or elsewhere in the home. As such, women are often warned not to change the litter box during pregnancy to reduce risk of infection. However the parasite can also be passed from other animals, or through contaminated drinking water, unwashed vegetables or by eating undercooked or raw meat.
Postolache notes his study had limitations, namely that the researchers didn't capture many occurrences of attempted suicide and weren't able to determine what caused the suicidal behavior.
""T. gondii infection is likely not a random event and it is conceivable that the results could be alternatively explained by people with psychiatric disturbances having a higher risk of becoming T. gondii infected prior to contact with the health system, Postolache said. The study also didn't look at men and women who didn't have kids.
Dr. J. John Mann, an international suicide expert at Columbia University, said in press release that there's mounting evidence that immune factors may be tied to suicide risk, so identifying infections that can trigger a heightened immune system response in at-risk patients that may lead to new suicide prevention strategies.
US peanut butter recall expands to more stores including Whole Foods, Target
In an ongoing recall of peanut and almond butter products over possible salmonella contamination, New Mexico-based Sunland Inc. announced Monday it expanded its recall yet again to include cashew butters, tahini and blanched and roasted peanut products sold at many U.S. supermarkets.
New products recalled include varieties of cookies sold at Whole Foods that contain peanut butter, peanut butter cracker snacks sold at Stop & Shop supermarkets, and various ice cream and chocolate snack products. Sunland's recall now includes 101 products, and several retailers have issued additional recalls including items made with Sunland ingredients.
Sunland Inc. sells its nuts and nut butters to large groceries and other food distributors around the country. The company recalled products under multiple brand names after salmonella illnesses were linked Trader Joe's Creamy Salted Valencia Peanut Butter, one of the brands manufactured by Sunland.
The recall was then expanded last week to include other peanut and almond butter products manufactured by Sunland, 76 products at the time.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says there are now 30 illnesses in 19 states that can be traced to the Trader Joe's peanut butter. No other foods have been linked to the illnesses, but Sunland recalled other products manufactured on the same equipment as the Trader Joe's product.
Those sickened reported becoming ill between June 11 and Sept. 11, according to the CDC. Almost two-thirds of those who became ill were children under the age of 10. No deaths have been reported.
Salmonella can cause diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps 12 hours to 72 hours after infection, which is known as salmonellosis. It is most dangerous to children, the elderly and others with weak immune systems.
The bacteria is microscopic and passes from feces of people or animals to other people, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. Salmonellosis causes an estimated 1.4 million cases of foodborne illness and more than 400 deaths annually in the United States.
In addition to Trader Joe's, the recall includes nut products sold at Whole Foods Market, Target, Fresh & Easy, Giant Food, Harry and David, Stop & Shop Supermarket Company and several other stores. Some of the stores used Sunland ingredients in items they prepared and packaged themselves. Brand names recalled include Archer Farms, Earth Balance, Fresh & Easy, Late July, Heinen's, Joseph's, Natural Value, Naturally More, Open Nature, Peanut Power Butter, Serious Food, Snaclite Power, Sprouts Farmers Market, Sprout's, Sunland and Dogsbutter, among others.
Several manufacturers announced recalls in light of the expansion, according to the FDA. Stop & Shop alerted customers to avoid Late July Organic Snacks organic mini peanut butter sandwich crackers with sell-by-dates between May 19, 2013 through July 11, 2013.
Newman's Own Organics recalled 8-ounce and 13-pounce packs of Peanut Butter Newman-O's cookies with expiration dates of May 3 and May 27, 2013.
Whole Foods voluntarily pulled Treasure Trove Mix and Peanut Butter Power Chews bulk items in seven Florida stores and one southern California store.
New products recalled include varieties of cookies sold at Whole Foods that contain peanut butter, peanut butter cracker snacks sold at Stop & Shop supermarkets, and various ice cream and chocolate snack products. Sunland's recall now includes 101 products, and several retailers have issued additional recalls including items made with Sunland ingredients.
Sunland Inc. sells its nuts and nut butters to large groceries and other food distributors around the country. The company recalled products under multiple brand names after salmonella illnesses were linked Trader Joe's Creamy Salted Valencia Peanut Butter, one of the brands manufactured by Sunland.
The recall was then expanded last week to include other peanut and almond butter products manufactured by Sunland, 76 products at the time.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says there are now 30 illnesses in 19 states that can be traced to the Trader Joe's peanut butter. No other foods have been linked to the illnesses, but Sunland recalled other products manufactured on the same equipment as the Trader Joe's product.
Those sickened reported becoming ill between June 11 and Sept. 11, according to the CDC. Almost two-thirds of those who became ill were children under the age of 10. No deaths have been reported.
Salmonella can cause diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps 12 hours to 72 hours after infection, which is known as salmonellosis. It is most dangerous to children, the elderly and others with weak immune systems.
The bacteria is microscopic and passes from feces of people or animals to other people, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. Salmonellosis causes an estimated 1.4 million cases of foodborne illness and more than 400 deaths annually in the United States.
In addition to Trader Joe's, the recall includes nut products sold at Whole Foods Market, Target, Fresh & Easy, Giant Food, Harry and David, Stop & Shop Supermarket Company and several other stores. Some of the stores used Sunland ingredients in items they prepared and packaged themselves. Brand names recalled include Archer Farms, Earth Balance, Fresh & Easy, Late July, Heinen's, Joseph's, Natural Value, Naturally More, Open Nature, Peanut Power Butter, Serious Food, Snaclite Power, Sprouts Farmers Market, Sprout's, Sunland and Dogsbutter, among others.
Several manufacturers announced recalls in light of the expansion, according to the FDA. Stop & Shop alerted customers to avoid Late July Organic Snacks organic mini peanut butter sandwich crackers with sell-by-dates between May 19, 2013 through July 11, 2013.
Newman's Own Organics recalled 8-ounce and 13-pounce packs of Peanut Butter Newman-O's cookies with expiration dates of May 3 and May 27, 2013.
Whole Foods voluntarily pulled Treasure Trove Mix and Peanut Butter Power Chews bulk items in seven Florida stores and one southern California store.
Studies show fecal transplant's effectiveness treating C. diff infections
Clostridium difficile infections could pose a big problem for patients staying at hospitals. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls the infection caused by the bacteria -- dubbed C. diff -- a healthcare-associated infection, because some of those most at risk are people who get medical care.
New research backs a type of therapy that may sound odd to some - fecal microbiota therapy, also known as fecal transplants.
C. difficile causes diarrhea linked to 14,000 American deaths each year, says the CDC. Those infected with the bacteria have symptoms that may include diarrhea, fever, loss of appetite, nausea and abdominal pain.
The bacteria are found in feces, and people can get infected if they touch contaminated items or surfaces then touch their mouths. Health care workers may especially transfer the bacteria to patients.
Studies presented this week at American College of Gastroenterology's annual meeting in Las Vegas found the bacteria is associated with serious problems in hospitalized children and might be helped by the fecal transplant therapy.
One study, from the Mayo Clinic, looked at C. difficile infections, specifically in children. Of the estimated 13.7 million kids hospitalizated from 2005 to 2009, the researchers found 46,176 cases -- 0.34 percent -- had the infection. Children with the infection were an average age of 3 years old.
The researchers found kids with C. diff were hospitalized on average for six days compared to two days for kids without the bacteria. Children with the infection were five times more likely to need a surgical procedure on their colon called a colectomy than other hospitalized children. Kids with C. diff were also more than twice as likely to need to be discharged to a long-term care facility and were more than 2.5 times likely to die than other hospitalized kids.
"Despite increased awareness of C. difficile infection (CDI) in children and advancements in management of C. difficile infection and infection prevention and control practices, this study suggests that CDI remains as major problem in hospitalized children," study author Dr. Sahil Khanna, a gastroenterology researcher at The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., said in written statement. "In hospitalized children C. difficile infection can be a major cause of morbidity and mortality."
That what can help? Also presented at the conference was a case of a 20-month old male infant with C. diff infection who had a two-month history of diarrhea and other health problems.
Internal medicine doctors from Sinai Hospital-Johns Hopkins Program turned to a fecal microbiota transplantation, a procedure in which a stool is taken from a healthy person and transplanted into the colon of the infected person. The idea is the transplanted feces restore the natural balance of "good and bad bugs" in the colon and eliminate the life-threatening diarrhea. After receiving the donated stool from his mother, the patient remained symptom-free for more than three months later.
"This case demonstrates the therapeutic potential of fecal bacteriotherapy in pediatric patients who fail standard therapy for C. difficile infection," said case co-author Dr. Sudhir Dutta of the hospital.
Another recent study found the procedure may be highly effective in other patients.
The study, presented Oct. 19 at the Infectious Diseases Society of America meeting in San Diego, found the fecal transplant to be highly effective. Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit found 43 out of 49 patients who received the transplants recovered swiftly and had no complications three months later.
"More than 90 percent of the patients in our study were cured of their C.diff infection," study author Dr. Mayur Ramesh, an infectious disease researcher at the hospital, said in a press release. "This treatment is a viable option for patients who are not responding to conventional treatment and who want to avoid surgery."
New research backs a type of therapy that may sound odd to some - fecal microbiota therapy, also known as fecal transplants.
C. difficile causes diarrhea linked to 14,000 American deaths each year, says the CDC. Those infected with the bacteria have symptoms that may include diarrhea, fever, loss of appetite, nausea and abdominal pain.
The bacteria are found in feces, and people can get infected if they touch contaminated items or surfaces then touch their mouths. Health care workers may especially transfer the bacteria to patients.
Studies presented this week at American College of Gastroenterology's annual meeting in Las Vegas found the bacteria is associated with serious problems in hospitalized children and might be helped by the fecal transplant therapy.
One study, from the Mayo Clinic, looked at C. difficile infections, specifically in children. Of the estimated 13.7 million kids hospitalizated from 2005 to 2009, the researchers found 46,176 cases -- 0.34 percent -- had the infection. Children with the infection were an average age of 3 years old.
The researchers found kids with C. diff were hospitalized on average for six days compared to two days for kids without the bacteria. Children with the infection were five times more likely to need a surgical procedure on their colon called a colectomy than other hospitalized children. Kids with C. diff were also more than twice as likely to need to be discharged to a long-term care facility and were more than 2.5 times likely to die than other hospitalized kids.
"Despite increased awareness of C. difficile infection (CDI) in children and advancements in management of C. difficile infection and infection prevention and control practices, this study suggests that CDI remains as major problem in hospitalized children," study author Dr. Sahil Khanna, a gastroenterology researcher at The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., said in written statement. "In hospitalized children C. difficile infection can be a major cause of morbidity and mortality."
That what can help? Also presented at the conference was a case of a 20-month old male infant with C. diff infection who had a two-month history of diarrhea and other health problems.
Internal medicine doctors from Sinai Hospital-Johns Hopkins Program turned to a fecal microbiota transplantation, a procedure in which a stool is taken from a healthy person and transplanted into the colon of the infected person. The idea is the transplanted feces restore the natural balance of "good and bad bugs" in the colon and eliminate the life-threatening diarrhea. After receiving the donated stool from his mother, the patient remained symptom-free for more than three months later.
"This case demonstrates the therapeutic potential of fecal bacteriotherapy in pediatric patients who fail standard therapy for C. difficile infection," said case co-author Dr. Sudhir Dutta of the hospital.
Another recent study found the procedure may be highly effective in other patients.
The study, presented Oct. 19 at the Infectious Diseases Society of America meeting in San Diego, found the fecal transplant to be highly effective. Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit found 43 out of 49 patients who received the transplants recovered swiftly and had no complications three months later.
"More than 90 percent of the patients in our study were cured of their C.diff infection," study author Dr. Mayur Ramesh, an infectious disease researcher at the hospital, said in a press release. "This treatment is a viable option for patients who are not responding to conventional treatment and who want to avoid surgery."
Why Flamin' Hot Cheetos are sending kids to ER
It's not only the schools: Some doctors are taking issue with Flamin' Hot Cheetos because they are leading to unnecessary emergency room visits.
Several school districts in New Mexico, California and Illinois have made the move to ban the snacks from their campuses because they lack nutritional value, and research suggests the snacks may create a brain response similar to what is seen in individuals who are addicted to illicit substances. But, medical professionals are saying there's other health fears associated with the snack that are leading to doctor's visits.
Flamin' Hot Cheetos under fire from schools
Because the spicy snack contains a lot of red food dye, it can turn the stools of people who eat large quantities red or orange. Parents and kids may mistakenly assume that it is a sign of blood in the stool, leading to panicked trip to the hospital
Several school districts in New Mexico, California and Illinois have made the move to ban the snacks from their campuses because they lack nutritional value, and research suggests the snacks may create a brain response similar to what is seen in individuals who are addicted to illicit substances. But, medical professionals are saying there's other health fears associated with the snack that are leading to doctor's visits.
Flamin' Hot Cheetos under fire from schools
Because the spicy snack contains a lot of red food dye, it can turn the stools of people who eat large quantities red or orange. Parents and kids may mistakenly assume that it is a sign of blood in the stool, leading to panicked trip to the hospital
The good news is that nothing is probably wrong, according to experts.
"Food such as beets or red peppers can make stool appear red, however it is not actually blood in the stool," Dr. Robert Glatter, an emergency medicine physician for Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, told CBSNews.com.
Other foods with dyes that have also been reported to cause red stool include the dye found in red velvet cake.
But, St. Louis Children's Hospital pediatrician Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann pointed out to CBS station KMOX-TV in St. Louis, Mo. that you have to eat quite a bit of the red snack to see red in your stool. It may be it may be a sign of another health risk -- over-eating.
"So even though we might eat some foods with red food dye in them regularly, our stool doesn't usually become discolored unless you eat huge amounts of it," Berchelmann said. "Flamin' Hot Cheetos is one food that people will eat enormous amounts of and will see a change in their stool."
Glatter said that active bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract -- which includes the esophagus, stomach, duodenum and the first portion of the small bowel -- actually leads to stool that is black in color. Bleeding from the lower gastrointestinal tract, which includes the most of the small intestine, tends to be bright red or maroon in color.
To confirm if you are bleeding, doctors will run a fecal occult blood test. There are some other foods that can cause a false positive for blood in stool, including red meat, melons, (including cantaloupe), figs, horseradish, cauliflower, turnips and radishes so if you have been eating a lot of these items be sure to tell your doctor.
But red stool isn't the only problem that is sending kids who eat Flamin' Hot Cheetos to the ER.
"A number of patients who have consumed these Cheetos in excess have complained of pain in their upper abdomen, rising up into their chest, likely due to due to the red peppers and spice contained in the snack," Glatter said.
He warned that people with a history of GERD or gastroesophageal reflux -- which may cause heartburn and acid reflux -- should avoid the spicy treat because it can lead to a flare-up of their conditions.
"Food such as beets or red peppers can make stool appear red, however it is not actually blood in the stool," Dr. Robert Glatter, an emergency medicine physician for Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, told CBSNews.com.
Other foods with dyes that have also been reported to cause red stool include the dye found in red velvet cake.
But, St. Louis Children's Hospital pediatrician Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann pointed out to CBS station KMOX-TV in St. Louis, Mo. that you have to eat quite a bit of the red snack to see red in your stool. It may be it may be a sign of another health risk -- over-eating.
"So even though we might eat some foods with red food dye in them regularly, our stool doesn't usually become discolored unless you eat huge amounts of it," Berchelmann said. "Flamin' Hot Cheetos is one food that people will eat enormous amounts of and will see a change in their stool."
Glatter said that active bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract -- which includes the esophagus, stomach, duodenum and the first portion of the small bowel -- actually leads to stool that is black in color. Bleeding from the lower gastrointestinal tract, which includes the most of the small intestine, tends to be bright red or maroon in color.
To confirm if you are bleeding, doctors will run a fecal occult blood test. There are some other foods that can cause a false positive for blood in stool, including red meat, melons, (including cantaloupe), figs, horseradish, cauliflower, turnips and radishes so if you have been eating a lot of these items be sure to tell your doctor.
But red stool isn't the only problem that is sending kids who eat Flamin' Hot Cheetos to the ER.
"A number of patients who have consumed these Cheetos in excess have complained of pain in their upper abdomen, rising up into their chest, likely due to due to the red peppers and spice contained in the snack," Glatter said.
He warned that people with a history of GERD or gastroesophageal reflux -- which may cause heartburn and acid reflux -- should avoid the spicy treat because it can lead to a flare-up of their conditions.
Pizza Hut unveils hot dog stuffed crust pizza, Burger King offers bacon sundae
Pizza Hut restaurants in the U.K. will now offer a "Hot Dog Stuffed Crust" pizza with a mustard drizzle. Sorry America, you won't see it on this side of the Atlantic any time soon.
"The Hot Dog Stuffed Crust pizza is only available in the UK and there are no plans to introduce this product in the U.S.," Lisa Beachy, a spokesperson for Pizza Hut, told HealthPop in an email.
ABC News reports that a slice of plain stuffed crust pizza contains about 265 calories with 11.6 grams of fat and a hot dog contains about 170 calories and 15 grams of fat, although an official calorie count for the pizza was not listed.
This isn't the only new offering from a fast food restaurant to raise eyebrows.
In the U.S., specifically Nashville, Tenn., Burger King is testing a "Bacon Sundae," food blog Grub Grade reported. The sundae appears to come with standard toppings such as fudge and caramel, but also includes a strip of bacon. The blog reports that the product is similar to a "Maple Bacon Sundae" sold at Denny's. According to Eater, Jack in the Box also unveiled a "Bacon Shake" earlier this year.
Burger King has no plans at the times to release the sundae nationally.
"As part of Burger King Corp.'s normal course of business, the company is currently testing menu items in a small sampling of U.S. restaurants located in the Nashville, TN area," Burger King spokesperson Randi Farynyk told HealthPop by email. "The brand does not have plans to expand the test to additional markets at this time." Nutritional information could not be provided since the food will not be sold nationally.
Earlier this month, Burger King said it would revamp its menu to be healthier, launching 10 new items such as smoothies and wraps, CBS Moneywatch reported.
"The Hot Dog Stuffed Crust pizza is only available in the UK and there are no plans to introduce this product in the U.S.," Lisa Beachy, a spokesperson for Pizza Hut, told HealthPop in an email.
ABC News reports that a slice of plain stuffed crust pizza contains about 265 calories with 11.6 grams of fat and a hot dog contains about 170 calories and 15 grams of fat, although an official calorie count for the pizza was not listed.
This isn't the only new offering from a fast food restaurant to raise eyebrows.
In the U.S., specifically Nashville, Tenn., Burger King is testing a "Bacon Sundae," food blog Grub Grade reported. The sundae appears to come with standard toppings such as fudge and caramel, but also includes a strip of bacon. The blog reports that the product is similar to a "Maple Bacon Sundae" sold at Denny's. According to Eater, Jack in the Box also unveiled a "Bacon Shake" earlier this year.
Burger King has no plans at the times to release the sundae nationally.
"As part of Burger King Corp.'s normal course of business, the company is currently testing menu items in a small sampling of U.S. restaurants located in the Nashville, TN area," Burger King spokesperson Randi Farynyk told HealthPop by email. "The brand does not have plans to expand the test to additional markets at this time." Nutritional information could not be provided since the food will not be sold nationally.
Earlier this month, Burger King said it would revamp its menu to be healthier, launching 10 new items such as smoothies and wraps, CBS Moneywatch reported.
Amazing face transplants (GRAPHIC IMAGES)
Dr. Eduardo D. Rodriguez, chief of plastic,
reconstructive and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Maryland
Medical Center, talks with reporters about the most extensive full face
transplant completed to date performed on Richard Lee Norris, pictured
at right, after a news conference on March 27, 2012 at the University of
Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore.
Norris marks the 23rd face transplant since the procedure pioneered
seven years ago. He received new teeth, tongue, upper and lower jaw and
facial tissue from the scalp to the base of the neck in what's
considered the most extensive full face transplant to date.
Now 114 days after surgery, doctors at the hospital say Norris has
exceeded expectations in his recovery, and now eats primarily by mouth
and can taste and smell .
FDA wants nose sprays, eye drops out of kids' hands
Over-the-counter eye drops and nose sprays are used in many U.S. households, and now the Food and Drug Administration is warning the commonly used medications could cause serious harm if kids get a hold of them.
"In the hands of young children who are apt to swallow them, they can cause serious health consequences," FDA pharmacist Yelena Maslov, said in a statement.
The FDA says it has received reports of serious health issues from kids who ingested products containing tetrahydrozoline, naphazoline and oxymetazoline. Tetrahydrozoline is found in Visine Original, Walgreens Redness Reliever Advanced Eye Ophthalmic Solution and other products, while naphazoline is found in All Clear Ophthalmic Solution, Naphcon A Ophthalmic Solution and other products. Oxymetazoline is found in nasal spray brands including Afrin, Dristan and Sudafed sprays
A list of products can be found on the FDA's web site.
The FDA identified 96 cases of children ingesting products containing those ingredients reported between 1985 and October 2012. Cases reviewed by the agency involved children 5 years old and younger. None died, but several needed hospitalization for problems such as coma, decreased heart rate, decreased breathing, and sedation after accidentally ingesting the products.
Cases reported that children were either chewing or sucking on the bottles or were found with an empty bottle next to them. Even ingesting small amounts was found to lead to cases requiring hospitalization, with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, hypertension, changes in heart rhythm and drooling.
The FDA identified 96 cases of children ingesting products containing those ingredients reported between 1985 and October 2012. Cases reviewed by the agency involved children 5 years old and younger. None died, but several needed hospitalization for problems such as coma, decreased heart rate, decreased breathing, and sedation after accidentally ingesting the products.
Cases reported that children were either chewing or sucking on the bottles or were found with an empty bottle next to them. Even ingesting small amounts was found to lead to cases requiring hospitalization, with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, hypertension, changes in heart rhythm and drooling.
"Most of these redness-relief eye drops and nasal decongestant sprays currently do not come packaged with child-resistant closures, so children can accidentally ingest the drug if the bottles are within easy reach," the FDA said.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has proposed a requirement for child-resistant packaging on these products.
If you think a child has ingested one of these products, call the toll-free Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 (which the FDA suggests parents should program in their phone) and seek emergency medical care immediately.
The agency says parents should also practice safety when storing medications and potentially harmful substances. More than 60,000 young children end up in emergency departments every year because they got into medicines while their parent or caregiver was not looking, according to the nonprofit Up and Away and Out of Sight.
Tips to reduce risk include storing medications in safe locations too
high for children to reach, never leaving pills or vitamins out on
counters, re-locking safety caps, not taking medication in front of
children (as they like to imitate adults) and reminding guests to put
purses, bags or coats away and out of sight when visiting homes with
children.
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