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Authorities Tally 10 Arrests In Nitrous Crackdown

Ten people have been arrested so far after last week’s federal raid on 17 Southern California auto parts stores accused of distributing nitrous oxide for use as a recreational drug.

2013/03/29

(credit: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department)

SoCal Businesses Raided, Arrests Made In Nitrous Oxide Sting

Authorities say several people Friday were arrested on suspicion of illegally selling nitrous oxide for recreational use.

2013/03/22

Is this salmon genetically altered? (credit: CBS)

Bioengineered Salmon Has Some Consumers Smelling Something Fishy

Whether raised on a farm or fished from the wild, salmon is a popular protein choice for consumers — especially those wanting a health-conscious diet.

2013/02/14

FDA Sends Letters To 350 Clinics Possibly Using Unapproved Versions Of Botox

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration sent letters to 350 medical practices last month alerting them they may have received unapproved medications from a foreign supplier.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/24

The Real-Life ‘Limitless’? Narcolepsy Drug Used To Provide Extra Energy Boost

A narcolepsy drug, dubbed the “Viagra for the brain”, is being used by some people to increase their brain function.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/11/20

‘Operation Fashion Faux Pas’ Nets Designer Knockoffs In OC

Hundreds of counterfeit goods have been seized following a six-month crackdown on multiple retailers in Orange County, officials announced Friday.

2012/11/16

5-Hour Energy Drink Linked To Over A Dozen Deaths

The high-caffeine shot, 5-hour Energy has been linked to more than 13 deaths since 2009.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/11/15

Trader Joe’s Orders Recall Of Creamy Salted Valencia Peanut Butter

Trader Joe’s has announced a recall of one of their creamy peanut butter brands over a health-related concern.

2012/09/22

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Recall: Prepared BBQ Chicken Salads Sold At Trader Joe’s

Federal food safety inspectors say prepared barbecue chicken salads sold at Trader Joe’s are being recalled because they contain diced onions that may be contaminated with the potentially deadly listeria bacteria.

2012/07/28

Small Turtles Being Blamed For Multistate Salmonella Outbreak

Turtles may be a popular household pet but they are being blamed for a multistate Salmonella outbreak, mostly in young children.

2012/07/04

FDA Approves New Weight Loss Drug Belviq

The FDA has approved a new weight loss drug, Locacerin, which will be sold as Belviq. It works by triggering responses in the brain that help patients feel fuller sooner.

2012/06/27

Voters To Decide Whether Genetically Modified Food Will Get Special Label

California voters will soon decide whether to require special labels for food made from genetically modified ingredients, in a closely watched test of consumer attitudes about the merits of genetically engineered crops.

2012/06/12

Mad Cow Quarantines Lifted At 2 Central Calif. Dairies

Quarantines were lifted on two Central California dairies associated with a case of mad cow disease after investigators found no link between the illness and food the diseased bovine might have consumed, federal officials said Friday.

2012/05/18

Arsenic Detected In Many Popular Foods, Beverages

Arsenic is a dangerous poison that for decades has frightened people by its name alone, but now the substance is finding its way into popular foods.

2012/05/02

Inventor Of Zicam Gets 3 Years Probation For Unapproved Bird Flu Remedy

The man who invented Zicam was sentenced Thursday to three years of probation for illegally marketing an unapproved drug he claimed could prevent and treat bird flu.

2012/04/26