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FDA Statement on Foodborne E.coli O157:H7 Outbreak Involving Spinach
Media Release: September 16, 2006

Raw Indulgence Announces Nationwide Recall of Raw Revolution Organic Live Food Bars Because They May Contain Metal Fragments FDA Recall Notice: September 14, 2006

Horse Stabled at Tennessee Walking Horse 2006 National Celebration Tested Positive for Rabies; Individuals Who May Have Been Exposed to Rabid Horse Should Call For Assessment Media Release: September 11, 2006

Misleading Advertisement For Hand Washing Signage In Food Service Establishments Media Release: September 5, 2006

Providence Water Supply: Frequently Asked Questions August 17, 2006
Certified Labs that Perform Lead Tests on Water August 17, 2006
For More Information
"" Is There Lead in My Drinking Water? pdf
""¿Existe Plomo En Mi Agua Potable? pdf
"" Consumer Factsheet on Lead in Drinking Water
"" Lead in Drinking Water: Basic Information

Whole Foods Market Issues Nationwide Allergen Alert for 365 Everyday Value Soy Cream Chocolate and Vanilla Products Due to Undeclared Milk Ingredient FDA Recall Notice: August 11, 2006

Vibrio vulnificus found in Narragansett Bay Media Advisory: August 4, 2006

HEALTH and Other Partners to Present Breastfeeding-Friendly
Workplace Awards during World Breastfeeding Week (August 1–7)
Media Release: August 2, 2006

HEALTH Confirms Powder Found at Death Scenes Contains Fentanyl; Fentanyl in Combination with Illegal Drugs is Extremely Lethal Media Release: July 27, 2006

HEALTH and Wayland Square Surgicare, Inc. Reach Agreement on Charity Care Media Release: July 25, 2006

Harry & David Recalls Harry and David Chocolate Covered Pear Bites Because They may Contain Undeclared Almonds, Egg and Wheat Ingredients FDA Recall Notice: July 21, 2006

Galaxy Nutritional Foods Voluntarily Recalls 4 oz. Vegan Parmesan Flavor Grated Soy Topping FDA Recall Notice: July 15, 2006

Harry & David Recalls Harry and David Wild 'N Spicy Hot Chili Pepper Tortilla Chips for Undeclared Milk Ingredients FDA Recall Notice: July 14, 2006

Keep Fit and Eat Healthy!
The Rhode to Health Coalition has created a variety of stairway prompts to encourage the use of stairways for physical activity as well as a fast food prompt which provides consumers with a comparison of high vs. low calorie menu choices at 7 national fast food chains in RI. 
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arrow Reference Guide to Fast Food  pdf
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