COVID-19 Transmission to Pets: How the Virus Crosses from People to Animals
COVID-19 isn't just a human problem—cats, dogs, and several other pets have caught the virus from people, showing mild to serious symptoms. Guidelines advise isolating infected pets, monitoring health, and keeping them indoors. COVID-19-positive folks are urged to avoid animal contact, while research continues into which creatures are at risk.
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Girl Scouts Face Legal Battle Over Alleged Contaminants in Iconic Cookies
A lawsuit claims Girl Scouts cookies are contaminated with harmful substances, demanding $5 million in damages. Tests suggest the presence of heavy metals and pesticides. The Girl Scouts assert compliance with safety standards, attributing trace elements to natural factors.
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Nationwide Recall of Doughnuts and Baked Goods Over Listeria Risks
Concerns over Listeria contamination have prompted a massive recall of popular doughnuts and baked goods, affecting over 30 million items from brands like Krispy Kreme, Little Debbie, and Entenmann's nationwide. While no illnesses are reported yet, the FDA and CDC are probing the situation, urging consumers to return or dispose of affected products distributed widely until April 2025.
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