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Food recalls decline in 2021, but that doesn’t mean food is safer
Significantly fewer foods and beverages were recalled in 2021 than in 2020. But fewer recalls doesn’t necessarily mean food was safer last year.
Shareholders call on Whole Foods to eliminate single-use plastic packaging
Grocery stores like Whole Foods have a major part to play in the fight against plastic pollution.
Americans report more than 6,000 product safety-related injuries and illnesses in 2021 recalls
New Report: President Biden’s first year in office marks progress on numerous environmental fronts
Following years of rollbacks, President Joe Biden began his term nearly a year ago amidst unprecedented environmental and public health challenges. Despite these obstacles, his administration has made significant strides toward restoring lost environmental protections and confronting daunting threats to our climate and public health, according to a new report by Environment America Research & Policy Center and U.S. PIRG Education Fund.
STATEMENT: New tip guide reveals how to spot counterfeit merchandise when shopping for gifts online
As we get deeper into the 2021 holiday season, online shoppers need to beware of counterfeit products, from knockoff sports merchandise to fake-branded perfumes or electronics that aren’t genuine.
Medical professionals urge McDonald’s to reduce antibiotic use in its beef supply chain
More than 130 medical professionals organized by the U.S. PIRG Education Fund sent a letter to McDonald’s Thursday urging the company to meet its 2018 commitment to reduce antibiotic use in its beef supply chain. The coalition delivered the letter at the start of World Antibiotic Awareness Week to stress the urgency of taking action to stop overusing our life-saving medicines in agriculture. Otherwise, the drugs may no longer heal sick people.
STATEMENT: Apple concedes to Right to Repair movement, reverses ban on selling parts to consumers
Apple reversed its longstanding policy against selling spare parts, providing repair instructions, and making repair software tools available to customers.
Onions identified as cause of nationwide Salmonella outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Wednesday evening that a nationwide Salmonella outbreak stems at least in part from whole onions imported from Chihuahua, Mexico, and distributed in this country by ProSource Inc.
Consumer guide: tips to help consumers avoid cars damaged by flood water
After hurricanes and flooding, more waterlogged cars may be on the market.
PIRG Education Fund urges McDonald’s to meet commitment to reduce antibiotic use in beef supply
PIRG Education Fund is calling on McDonald’s, the single largest purchaser of beef in the United States, to fulfill its commitment to reduce antibiotic use in its beef supply chain.