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Tyson Foods Chicken Recalled Over Listeria Concern
Precooked poultry was shipped nationwide to nursing homes, hospitals, restaurants and schools ... Bloomberg/Getty Images ... More than 8 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken products sold by Tyso...
Fridge and Freezer Food Safety When Your Power is Out
Hurricanes, heat waves and other natural disasters heighten the risk of power outages. ... And if the power goes out for an extended period, the food in your refrigerator and freezer can spoil, mak...
What to Know About the Delta Coronavirus Variant
A new coronavirus mutation is spreading in the U.S. ... Here's what that means for you ... While cases of COVID-19 have fallen significantly since the beginning of the year, the coronavirus is stil...
Grilling Recipes from Chef Devin Alexander
Every summer, grilling inspires gatherings. ... It can also provide healthy eating for a group if you swap burgers and dogs for lighter meats and veggies accompanied by tempting, well-chosen sides.
Federal Rule Proposes Longer ACA Enrollment Period
Proposed rule changes would also expand access to health insurance for low-income Americans ... The annual Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period would be extended by an extra month — las...
Gap Narrowing for Minority COVID-19 Vaccination Rates
New report shows that despite narrowing gap, minorities still at greater risk for the coronavirus ... While efforts to get more Blacks and Hispanics inoculated with the COVID-19 vaccines are bearin...
Risks From Common Pain Relivers for Those 50 and Over
Here's what you need to know ... Drugstore shelves are overflowing with options for pain relief. ... There are packages of pills, patches, creams and liquids — all designed to alleviate everyday ac...
Drugs, Supplements, RX Drugs And Side Effects
Nonprescription medicines are not without risks. ... Here's what you need to know ... Plus, discover the over-the-counter drugs to avoid as you age ... Medical experts explain why there's little re...
Your ACA Health Insurance Enrollment Checklist
Guide to understanding costs, coverage, subsidies and how to sign up for a plan ... En español | If you've lost your health insurance during the pandemic or have just been unable to pay for coverag...
Seven Tips for Safer and Healthier Backyard Cookouts
Americans love to grill. ... Nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults own a grill or smoker, and 75 percent of them use their grill even during the winter, according to a 2020 report from the Hearth, Patio...