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India warns consumers about two Pakistan-made whitening creams linked to heavy metals. (AI-generated image) According to the regulator, these two cosmetic items lack registration certificates from the appropriate authority, which is mandatory under Indian law for products imported for sale. The Cosmetics Rules, 2020, enforced alongside the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, stipulate that imported cosmetics and their manufacturing facilities must obtain registration before entering the Indian market. The Bureau of Indian Standards publishes standards relevant to cosmetic safety. The central alert did not specify which heavy metals were detected or provide their exact concentrations. Consumers are advised against purchasing Goree Beauty Cream or Chandni Whitening Cream and to avoid using them if they already own these products. The warning also extends to similarly named cosmetics that might lack proper authorization. Authorities have instructed sellers, distributors, and advertisers not to promote or market these items. Enforcement units have been directed to prevent the sale of unauthorized cosmetics within their jurisdictions. Consumers discovering labeling violations are encouraged to report imported products to the Drugs Controller General of India. Consumers advised to scrutinize cosmetic labels This public warning emphasizes the importance of selecting authorized cosmetic products with clear regulatory and product information on their labels. Essential details should include manufacturer identification, a manufacturing license number, batch numbers, and manufacturing and expiry dates. Imported cosmetics must also display their registration number. These labeling requirements help consumers and authorities verify whether a product is authorized for sale in India. The guidance underscores the importance of proper registration, accurate labeling, and compliance
The World Health Organization reports a decline in Ebola transmission in some of the most severely affected regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This progress is especially evident in parts of Ituri province, which remains the primary epicenter of the outbreak. Despite these signs of improvement, the epidemic continues to expand in other areas. According to official data up to Sept. 13, there have been 7,258 confirmed cases and 3,510 deaths across seven provinces, with a national case fatality ratio of 48.4%.DR Congo’s Ebola response continues as health teams track changing transmission patterns.
A cooling tower at Yankee Stadium tested positive for Legionella DNA in initial assessments, as New York City probes a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases in the South Bronx. By Tuesday night, the city confirmed 11 cases, including one fatality, with three individuals still hospitalized. The New York City Health Department pinpointed 10 cooling towers that yielded positive preliminary PCR results across ZIP codes 10451 and 10456, areas encompassing parts of Melrose and Morrisania.
Chad’s health authorities have confirmed that an acute waterborne health crisis has resulted in 13 deaths since the official public declarations were made late last month. The Ministry of Public Health of Chad published updated surveillance data indicating that the cholera outbreak in Chad has claimed 13 lives, with the total number of confirmed and suspected cases rising to 239 across the country. The official data show a case fatality rate of 5.4 percent nationwide, which significantly surpasses international public health standards for emergency outbreak responses.
In 2022, obesity was associated with 9,509 fatalities in Belgium, accounting for 8.2 percent of the country’s total mortality, according to recent data published by the Belgian public health institute Sciensano. This marks the first instance where public health researchers in Belgium have systematically quantified deaths directly linked to a high body mass index (BMI). The report indicates that weight-related health issues led to more than one death every hour nationwide. The statistical analysis also highlights that elevated BMI contributed to over 150,000 years of life lost across all demographic groups within a single year.
European health groups are pressing the European Union to adopt stronger and binding heat protection measures as extreme temperatures raise public health risks. The Health and Environment Alliance, or HEAL, wants EU-wide standards for national climate adaptation plans and mandatory heat goals for member states. The campaign also calls for more funding for health resilience. The proposals follow a June heatwave that pushed temperatures above 40 C in parts of Europe.
Moderna has begun testing a new vaccine candidate in Phase 1 for Bundibugyo ebolavirus in Canada. The initial participant received the mRNA-1469 vaccine on August 3 at a site in Truro, Nova Scotia. This trial launches at a time when the virus continues to spread across multiple provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The World Health Organization has designated the situation as a public health emergency of international concern.
Michigan confirms two deaths as officials investigate a major cyclospora outbreak. Both of these individuals fell ill prior to the voluntary iceberg lettuce recall announced on July 17. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged the Michigan deaths on Aug. 3, describing them as deaths associated with cyclosporiasis involving persons with pre-existing conditions. The total number of cases reported by Michigan encompasses all data collected during the investigation and remains subject to adjustment. Federal surveillance figures, which typically include laboratory-confirmed cases, might differ from the state’s totals that also consider probable illnesses. Additionally, federal authorities are probing a nine-state outbreak of Cyclospora linked to iceberg lettuce sourced from Taylor Farms de Mexico. As of July 24, nine states had documented 1,947 infected individuals who also reported exposure to Taco Bell. At least 98 cases required hospitalization in the federal count. The onset of illness ranged from June 22 through July 20. The CDC later recognized Michigan’s two deaths, which had not been part of the detailed federal totals published on July 24. Recall Involves Iceberg Lettuce from Central Mexico Taylor Farms de Mexico has removed all iceberg lettuce originating from central Mexico from the U.S. market. The recall included several food-service items and Marketside iceberg salad and shredded lettuce sold at selected Walmart stores. The use-by dates for affected products ranged from July 18 through August 3. Between June 29 and July 16, Taylor Fresh Foods distributed the
DR Congo expands its Ebola response as cases rise across five affected provinces. The outbreak now affects 49 health zones across Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uélé, and Tshopo. During the latest seven-day period, active transmission was confirmed in 33 zones, with a total of 641 cases and 282 deaths. Ituri remains the epicenter, accounting for 3,176 infections, which represents 88% of the national total. Bunia experienced the highest number of cases, with significant figures also reported in Rwampara, Mongbwalu, Nizi, Lita, and Nyankunde, as health teams expanded efforts in contact tracing and testing.
