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Clay County Sets The Standard: Leading The Nation In Food Safety With Fewer Illnesses

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Clay County Sets The Standard: Leading The Nation In Food Safety With Fewer Illnesses

Clay County, Missouri, has recently distinguished itself as a national leader in food safety standards. The Clay County Public Health Center (CCPHC) is among only nine health departments nationwide to receive the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards certification. This prestigious recognition underscores the county’s commitment to ensuring the … Read more

FDA Approves Journavx- A Game-Changing Non-Opioid Painkiller In Over 20 Years

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FDA Approves Journavx- A Game-Changing Non-Opioid Painkiller In Over 20 Years

In a significant advancement for pain management, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Journavx (suzetrigine), a first-in-class non-opioid analgesic designed to treat moderate to severe acute pain in adults. This approval marks the first time in over two decades that a novel non-opioid pain medication has been introduced, offering a promising alternative … Read more

FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 – 5 Key Impacts On Bakeries And Food Industry

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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 - 5 Key Impacts On Bakeries And Food Industry

On January 15, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3 (erythrosine) in food products, citing potential cancer risks observed in laboratory rats. This decision has significant implications for bakeries and the broader food industry, which have relied on this dye for decades to achieve vibrant red … Read more