Harmful Algal Bloom and Waterborne Pathogen Season Begins in Utah: Know how to Recreate Safely this Summer
Posted on: July 3rd, 2025
SALT LAKE CITY, UT — As summer heats up and Utahns head outdoors to enjoy the state’s lakes, reservoirs, and rivers, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is reminding everyone to protect themselves from harmful algal blooms (HABs) and waterborne pathogens. These blooms pose health risks from May through October and can put a […]
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Expanding Measles Outbreak in the United States and Guidance for the Upcoming Travel Season
Posted on: March 13th, 2025
With spring and summer travel season approaching in the United States, CDC emphasizes the important role that clinicians and public health officials play in preventing the spread of measles. They should be vigilant for cases of febrile rash illness that meet the measles case definition and share effective measles prevention strategies, including vaccination guidance for international travelers.
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FDA Finalizes Updated “Healthy” Nutrient Content Claim
Posted on: December 20th, 2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a final rule to update the “healthy” nutrient content claim to help consumers identify foods that are particularly useful as the foundation of a diet that is consistent with dietary recommendations. Manufacturers can voluntarily use the claim on a food package if the product meets the updated criteria.
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