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Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals

Sportsmen's Alliance Challenges CDC in Federal Appeals Court

The United States Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation has appealed a district court decision in their case against the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Department of Health and Human Services. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments in December 2025 and issued its decision in February 2026.

Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued published opinion in case challenging CDC and HHS actions
United States Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation and individual plaintiffs appealed unfavorable district court ruling
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Regulatory
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FDA Launches Comprehensive Safety Review of BHA Food Preservative

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Monday it has begun a comprehensive re-assessment of butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), a widely used chemical preservative found in numerous food products. The regulatory review signals potential new scrutiny of a substance that has been approved for decades in the American food supply.

FDA launches comprehensive safety review of BHA, a common food preservative used for decades
BHA is widely used in cereals, baked goods, and processed foods to prevent rancidity
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Regulatory
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California Company Recalls Cookware Due to Lead Contamination Risk

IKM of San Jose, California has issued a voluntary recall of cookware products after testing revealed contamination with significant levels of lead that could leach into food during cooking.

IKM voluntarily recalled cookware products due to lead contamination that poses health risks
Lead levels detected are significant enough to potentially leach into food during cooking
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Regulatory
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FDA Announces Recall of Shrimp Paste Products Due to Lead Contamination

Gusto Group Inc. of Paterson, New Jersey has issued a voluntary recall of its Klong Kone brand shrimp paste in two package sizes due to potential contamination with elevated levels of lead. The FDA announced the recall as a precautionary measure to protect consumers from potential health risks associated with lead exposure.

Voluntary recall affects Klong Kone shrimp paste in 454g and 910g packages
Products potentially contaminated with elevated lead levels pose health risks
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Regulatory
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Gold Star Distribution Recalls FDA Products in 3 States Over Animal Contamination

Gold Star Distribution Inc. has issued a comprehensive recall of all FDA-regulated products across three states due to rodent and avian contamination at its facilities. The recall affects drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, human foods, and pet foods distributed by the company.

Gold Star Distribution recalls all FDA-regulated products across three states due to rodent and avian contamination
Recall affects drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, human foods, and pet foods distributed by the company
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Regulatory
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California Company Recalls Tamales Over Deadly Listeria Risk

Primavera Nueva Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of select 4-count tamales due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in vulnerable populations.

Primavera Nueva Inc. voluntarily recalled select 4-count tamales due to potential Listeria contamination
Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and fatal infections in children, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals
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Regulatory
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Boss Dairy Farms Recalls Cheddar Cheese Over Listeria Contamination Risk

Boss Dairy Farms has voluntarily recalled one retail lot of Charlevoix Cheese Company 8oz Mild Cheddar Cheese due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The FDA announced the recall on Dec. 17, 2025, citing serious health risks from the dangerous bacterium.

Boss Dairy Farms voluntarily recalled Charlevoix Cheese Company 8oz Mild Cheddar Cheese due to potential Listeria contamination
Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious infections, particularly dangerous for pregnant women, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals
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