FDA oversees the safety of food, drugs, devices and cosmetics; current focus includes recalls tied to Cyclospora outbreaks and foodborne illness risk.
The ongoing cyclospora outbreak has led health officials to link a California supplier, Taylor Farms, to shredded iceberg lettuce tied to cases in multiple states. Taco Bell has voluntarily removed limited ingredients at select locations as investigators assess the connection. Regulators report thousands of cases nationwide, with Michigan bearing the brunt.
The FDA has recalled all Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula after three babies aged 2–5 months in California, Pennsylvania and Washington hospitalised with infant botulism. The formula, sold nationwide online and in Target stores, accounts for less than 1% of US infant formula; the FDA says there are no shortage concerns. Parents are urged to stop using the product and contact refunds. BabyBIG is the approved treatment.
A New York judge has issued a temporary restraining order to block access to confidential medical records tied to transgender care, citing patient privacy. The order follows government requests and subpoenas related to an FDA-related probe, with a follow-up hearing set for July 8 to decide on a broader injunction.
The New World screwworm fly has reappeared in U.S. cattle, expanding from initial detections in June. Officials are deploying sterile-fly programs, traps, and close herd checks to curb spread. The outbreak risks the $113 billion cattle industry and can affect pets and wildlife; rapid veterinary treatment remains crucial.
The FDA has classified Utz’s recall of Zapp’s and Dirty chips as Class 1, indicating a serious health risk. The recall covers several product lines with best-by dates July 27–August 31, 2026. Utz first issued the recall in April after a third-party dry milk powder seasoning ingredient was flagged as a possible Salmonella source; thus far, no illnesses have been reported. Consumers should discard affected chips or seek refunds.
AstraZeneca has announced that Wainua, its gene-silencer drug for transthyretin-mediated amyloid cardiomyopathy, did not meet its primary endpoint in a phase 3 trial. The news triggers a sharp stock drop and prompts investors to rethink the company’s long-term growth targets and the strength of its pipeline.
Public health officials report rising cyclospora infections linked to contaminated produce. Authorities urge thorough washing and cooking to kill the parasite, advise peeling where possible, and caution against household cleaners on produce. New numbers reflect updates since yesterday’s briefing.
Kalshi has launched biotech contracts tied to drug trial outcomes in partnership with AppliedXL, enabling investors to bet on regulatory decisions. The move aims to offer continuously updated probabilities from trial data, while regulators warn of potential market manipulation and insider trading. The pilot includes safety safeguards and a focus on disclosure.
Public health officials have tied a cyclosporiasis outbreak to iceberg lettuce from a Mexican supplier. Taco Bell and other chains have removed affected lettuce as the CDC reports nearly 7,000 cases across 34 states. Authorities say the supply disruptions are ongoing as investigations continue.
Taylor Farms reports shipments of potentially contaminated lettuce across 27 states. FDA and CDC warn consumers; certain Taco Bell supply chains are affected. The outbreak has sickened more than 1,600 people in 2026, with hundreds hospitalized, as investigations expand.