April 01, 2017 at 04:20AM Frozen Burritos Recalled Due To Possible Health Risk, Menu Del Sol Recalls Burritos in California and Nevada

Sigma Alimentos Congelados, which produces burritos under the Menu Del Sol brand name, is voluntarily recalling 201 cases of frozen beans and cheese burritos because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. The recalled product was distributed in and sold via retail outlets in California and Nevada.

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April 01, 2017 at 01:52AM Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk And Soy In Limited Quantity Of One Macaroni Salad Item

Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc. of Beaverton, OR is voluntarily recalling 529 cases of 16oz. Reser’s Macaroni Salad because they contain two undeclared allergens: Milk and Soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Milk or Soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 31, 2017 at 06:00PM Food Safety Modernization Act and Animal Feed

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March 31, 2017 at 10:03AM Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia: A successful launching for the SALSA partnership platform in Malaysia and Indonesia

Michel Eddi, CEO of CIRAD, joined the President of the French Republic François Hollande during his State visit to Southeast Asia in March 28-30, 2017. On this occasion, he initiated with several CIRAD partners the construction of the SALSA (Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia) partnership platform dedicated to the sustainability of perennial crop systems throughout the region. The launch of this ambitious scientific platform, in which training will be a pivotal component, was formalized by the signing of two multilateral agreements, under the patronage of the French Head of State, in the presence of the Prime Minister of the Government Malaysian and the President of the Republic of Indonesia.

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March 31, 2017 at 10:03AM Durabilité des filières agricoles pérennes en Asie du Sud-Est : Lancement de la plateforme en partenariat SALSA

Michel Eddi, PDG du Cirad, a accompagné le président de la République française François Hollande durant sa visite d’État en Asie du Sud-Est. À cette occasion, il a initié avec plusieurs partenaires du CIRAD la construction de la plateforme en partenariat SALSA (Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia) consacrée à l’amélioration de la durabilité des systèmes de cultures pérennes dans toute la région. Le lancement de cette ambitieuse plate-forme scientifique, dont la formation constituera une composante importante, a été officialisé par la signature de deux accords multilatéraux, sous le haut patronage du chef de l’État français, en présence de Mr le Premier Ministre du Gouvernement Malaisien et du Président de la République d'Indonésie.

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March 30, 2017 at 06:04PM Lifestyle Evolution Voluntarily Recalls One Shift of NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter

The recall is only for Lot B16119A. No other products are affected. Lifestyle Evolution is voluntarily recalling one shift of NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter nutrition bars. In isolated cases, a product with milk allergen was incorrectly packaged into Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter wrappers and cartons. The NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter wrapper does not list milk as an allergen.

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March 29, 2017 at 10:32AM Supporting cooperation between the EU and Africa on digital infrastructures for higher education and research

On 29 March 2017, Abidjan hosted the feedback meeting for the TANDEM (TransAfrican Network Development ) project. The project, funded by the European Commission, set out to boost cooperation between the EU and West and Central Africa on digital infrastructures for higher education and research.

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Microfluidic system mimics 28-day female reproductive cycle

Tissues in EVATAR device produce and respond to hormones similar to those in the body

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Measurements heighten mystery of -amino acids in the brain

Missing D-glutamate in mice brains hints at undiscovered enzymes

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Measurements heighten mystery of -amino acids in the brain

Missing D-glutamate in mice brains hints at undiscovered enzymes

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March 29, 2017 at 10:32AM Renforcer la coopération Europe/Afrique dans le domaine des infrastructures numériques dédiées à l’enseignement supérieur et à la recherche

Le 29 mars 2017, Abidjan accueille la restitution du projet TANDEM (TransAfrican Network Development ). Financé par la Commission européenne, ce projet a pour objectif de renforcer la coopération entre l’Europe et l’Afrique de l’Ouest et Centrale dans le domaine des infrastructures numériques dédiées à l’enseignement supérieur et à la recherche.

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March 28, 2017 at 11:53PM Sunshine Bakery Announces Voluntary Recall of Cassava Cake And Mixed Nut Mooncake

Sunshine Bakery of Alhambra, CA is voluntarily recalling CASSAVA CAKE AND MIXED NUT MOONCAKE with best by dates of 3/24/2017. The products were sold to retail stores in 2/24/2017.

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March 28, 2017 at 03:14PM Exceptions and Alternative Procedures Approved Under 21 CFR 640.120

Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations 640.120(a) - The Director, Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may approve an exception or alternative procedures to any requirement in subchapter F (Biologics) of Chapter I (Parts 600 - 680) of title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations regarding blood, blood components or blood products. Both licensed and unlicensed blood establishments must submit requests for an exception or alternative procedure to the requirements in Parts 600-680.

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March 28, 2017 Allergy Alert Issued by Whole Foods Market in Hadley, Massachusetts For Undeclared Walnuts in Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Whole Foods Market® in Hadley, Massachusetts is issuing an allergy alert to recall six-packs of Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins due to an in-store labeling error.

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March 27, 2017 at 10:55PM FDA Alerts Veterinarians and Pet Food Manufacturers about Potential Presence of Thyroid Hormones in Pet Foods and Treats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising pet owners and caretakers, veterinarians, and the pet food industry to be aware that pet food and treats made with livestock gullets (meat from the throat region) have the potential to contain thyroid tissue and thyroid hormones.

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New twist on an old method sorts neurons from preserved brain tissue

A new protocol for flow cytometry isolates and sorts neuronal cells found in frozen, fixed tissue

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New twist on an old method sorts neurons from preserved brain tissue

A new protocol for flow cytometry isolates and sorts neuronal cells found in frozen, fixed tissue

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Optimism reigned at drug conference

Firms at DCAT touted investment in large and small molecules

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March 24, 2017 at 09:35PM Nutiva Expanded Voluntary Recall for Undeclared Peanuts In All Lots of Organic Plant Based Protein Superfood 30 Shake

Nutiva, an Organic Superfoods company, has decided to expand its initial voluntary product recall of the Organic Plant Based Protein Superfood 30 Shake – Vanilla to include all lots of both Vanilla and Chocolate flavored products after identifying that this product may contain trace amounts peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 24, 2017 at 07:00PM Pro Sports Club Recalls Yogurt Peanut Crunch Bar Because of Possible Health Risk

Pro Sports Club of Bellevue, WA is recalling 36.957 Yogurt Peanut Crunch bars because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli H7 bacteria (E.Coli O157:H7) E Coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.

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March 22, 2017 at 10:19AM The CIRAD website is now mobile-friendly

The CIRAD website is now available in a version optimized for smartphone screens. This mobile version is easier to navigate and more comfortable to read, to facilitate access to information. This is an advantage for anyone wanting to know more about CIRAD, particularly in Africa, where for want of other infrastructures, information is primaily accessed via smartphones.

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March 23, 2017 at 06:59PM Chlorofields Recalls Asian MIicrogreens Because Of Possible Health Risk

ChloroFields of Lawrence, KS is recalling 20 cases of Asian Microgreens, because they have potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

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China looks to streamline drug approvals

Reform could allow international firms to register new drugs years sooner

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March 22, 2017 at 10:19AM Le site internet du Cirad passe en version mobile

Le site internet du Cirad est désormais accessible dans une version adaptée aux écrans de petite taille des smartphones. Cette version mobile offre notamment une navigation remaniée et une lecture plus confortable, pour un accès facilité à l’information. Un atout pour qui souhaite mieux connaître le Cirad, en particulier dans les pays d’Afrique, où faute d’infrastructures suffisantes, l’accès à l’information se fait essentiellement par les téléphones.

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March 21, 2017 at 10:31PM Riviana Foods Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Certain Manufacturing Date And UPC Number Of Ronzoni® Thin Spaghetti Due To Possible Undeclared Egg Allergen

Houston, Texas (March 20, 2017) – Riviana Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling 610 cases of certain coded Ronzoni® Thin Spaghetti cartons that may contain an egg fettuccine product. The affected Ronzoni Thin Spaghetti cartons do not declare the allergen “egg”, which is an ingredient in the egg fettuccine product. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The affected product was processed at a Riviana co-manufacturer’s facility on January 20, 2017

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March 21, 2017 at 01:00PM Would Your Child Benefit from a Clinical Trial?

Thinking of enrolling your child in a clinical trial? What can you expect to happen?

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March 20, 2017 at 11:47PM EuroCan Manufacturing Voluntarily Recalling Barnsdale Farms® Pig Ears Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

(March 20, 2017) New Hamburg, Ontario - EuroCan Manufacturing is voluntarily recalling Lot Number 84 consisting of it's individually shrink-wrapped, 6-pack, 12-pack and 25-pack bags of Barnsdale Farms®, HoundsTooth® and Mac's Choice® Pig Ears because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

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March 20, 2017 at 11:47PM EuroCan Manufacturing Voluntarily Recalling Barnsdale Farms® Pig Ears Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

(March 20, 2017) New Hamburg, Ontario - EuroCan Manufacturing is voluntarily recalling Lot Number 84 consisting of it's individually shrink-wrapped, 6-pack, 12-pack and 25-pack bags of Barnsdale Farms®, HoundsTooth® and Mac's Choice® Pig Ears because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

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Detecting flu at the doctor’s office

Fast, inexpensive technique uses glucose meter to distinguish between bacterial and viral infections

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Plastic film decodes the chemistry of priceless art objects

Noninvasive method samples the surfaces of historical paintings, frescoes, and more.

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Reversing resistance to a tuberculosis antibiotic

Small molecule breathes new life into the tuberculosis drug ethionamide

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Detecting flu at the doctor’s office

Fast, inexpensive technique uses glucose meter to distinguish between bacterial and viral infections

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Water bears deploy disordered proteins to survive desiccation

Proteins expressed by tardigrades also induce drying tolerance when expressed in bacteria and yeast

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Inflammation encourages spread of bacterial viruses

Process aids pathogen evolution by enabling transfer of virulence factors between bacterial strains

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Plastic film decodes the chemistry of priceless art objects

Noninvasive method samples the surfaces of historical paintings, frescoes, and more.

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First naturally fluorescing frog found in Argentina

Amphibian uses a quinolinone derivative to glow lime green in low-light conditions

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March 18, 2017 at 07:14PM Nutiva Voluntary Recall for Undeclared Peanuts Organic Plant Based Protein Superfood 30 Shake Vanilla Flavor

Nutiva, an Organic Superfoods company, has initiated a voluntary product recall of the following Organic Plant Based Protein Superfood 30 Shake - Vanilla Flavor products after identifying that this product may contain peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 16, 2017 at 06:45PM Zostavax

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March 16, 2017 at 02:09PM Complete List of Substantially Equivalent 510(k) Device Applications

Information updated through January 31, 2017

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March 15, 2017 at 05:39PM AFLURIA

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March 14, 2017 at 07:30PM RotaTeq

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March 14, 2017 at 02:23PM INFANRIX

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March 13, 2017 at 11:53PM Biologics PREA Reviews and Labeling Changes

PREA Labeling Changes, Medical, Statistical, and Clinical Pharmacology Reviews of Pediatric Studies Conducted under Section 505B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act), as amended by the FDA Amendments Act of 2007 (FDAAA). These assessments are for CBER regulated drugs approved under section 505 of the Act and biological drugs licensed under section 351 of the Public Health Service Act.

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March 13, 2017 at 11:12PM Fluarix

For active immunization against influenza for individuals 3 years of age or older and to include the data from pediatric clinical studies with revision of the prescribing information.

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March 13, 2017 at 06:19PM FluMist

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March 13, 2017 at 01:56PM Varivax

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March 13, 2017 at 12:33PM ENGERIX-B

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March 18, 2017 at 03:27AM Blue Buffalo Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain Recipe TM Red Meat Dinner Wet Food For Adult DogsDue to Potential Health Risk

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain RecipeTM Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs, as the product has the potential to contain elevated levels of naturally- occurring beef thyroid hormones.

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March 18, 2017 at 02:19AM Wellpet Voluntarily Recalls a Limited Amount of One Recipe of Canned Topper For Dogs Due to Potential Elevated Levels of Naturally Occurring Beef Thyroid Hormone

WellPet has initiated a voluntary recall of a limited amount of one canned topper product due to potential elevated levels of naturally occurring beef thyroid hormone.

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March 17, 2017 at 07:27PM Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. Voluntarily Recalls Edamame Due to Potential Health Risk

Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (“AFC”) of Rancho Dominguez, California is recalling its Edamame (Soybeans) – UPC 0-23012-00261-9, dated between 01/03/2017 and 03/17/2017 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Contamination was discovered via random testing under AFC’s Quality Assurance Program.

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March 17, 2017 at 07:15PM Aroma Imports Inc. Recalls Nabelsi brand Thyme Because of Possible Health Risk

Aroma Imports Inc. of Dearborn Heights, MI, is recalling 450 g and 4.5 kg packages of Nabelsi brand Thyme because the products have the potential to contain excessive levels of lead. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product contained high levels of lead (422 PPM) based on sampling by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Illinois Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection.

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March 15, 2017 at 02:59AM Dolcetta Artisan Sweets Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy and Milk in Chocolate Confections

Dolcetta Artisan Sweets of Seattle, WA is recalling Dolcetta branded chocolate confections because they may contain undeclared soy and milk.

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March 13, 2017 at 07:27PM Whole Foods Market Expands Vulto Creamery Recall Because of Public Health Risk

In response to Vulto Creamery’s expanded recall of raw milk cheeses, Whole Foods Market is voluntarily expanding its recall to include Andes, Hamden and Walton Umber cheeses sold in eight stores in Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. The cheeses have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, pregnant women and others with weakened immune systems.

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March 11, 2017 at 07:54PM Vulto Creamery Voluntarily Expands Their Recall of All Raw Milk Cheeses Because of Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

Vulto Creamery, Walton, New York, is out of an abundance of caution expanded the recall to include all lots for four additional cheeses which include, by name the following: Andes, Blue Blais, Hamden & Walton Umber. In summary, Vulto Creamery has recalled the following eight cheese items: Heinennellie, Miranda,, Willowemoc, Ouleout , Andes, Blue Blais, Hamden & Walton Umber due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.

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March 18, 2017 at 03:27AM Blue Buffalo Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain Recipe TM Red Meat Dinner Wet Food For Adult DogsDue to Potential Health Risk

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain RecipeTM Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs, as the product has the potential to contain elevated levels of naturally- occurring beef thyroid hormones.

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March 18, 2017 at 02:19AM Wellpet Voluntarily Recalls a Limited Amount of One Recipe of Canned Topper For Dogs Due to Potential Elevated Levels of Naturally Occurring Beef Thyroid Hormone

WellPet has initiated a voluntary recall of a limited amount of one canned topper product due to potential elevated levels of naturally occurring beef thyroid hormone.

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March 16, 2017 at 12:30PM Colorectal Cancer: What You Should Know

Colorectal cancer is preventable and, if caught early enough, treatable. Learn who should get screened and when.

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March 17, 2017 at 07:27PM Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. Voluntarily Recalls Edamame Due to Potential Health Risk

Advanced Fresh Concepts Franchise Corp. (“AFC”) of Rancho Dominguez, California is recalling its Edamame (Soybeans) – UPC 0-23012-00261-9, dated between 01/03/2017 and 03/17/2017 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Contamination was discovered via random testing under AFC’s Quality Assurance Program.

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March 17, 2017 at 07:15PM Aroma Imports Inc. Recalls Nabelsi brand Thyme Because of Possible Health Risk

Aroma Imports Inc. of Dearborn Heights, MI, is recalling 450 g and 4.5 kg packages of Nabelsi brand Thyme because the products have the potential to contain excessive levels of lead. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product contained high levels of lead (422 PPM) based on sampling by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Illinois Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection.

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March 17, 2017 at 05:21PM Transformations agricoles et agroalimentaires - Entre écologie et capitalisme

L’ouvrage synthétise des recherches récentes sur l’évolution de l’agriculture et de l’alimentation dans la dynamique du capitalisme. Il s’appuie sur des approches peu connues en France comme l’économie politique internationale ou l’économie écologique.
Il étudie les transformations agricoles au regard de l’écologie, de l’histoire et de la géopolitique ; il trace les spécificités de l’agriculture et de l’agroalimentaire au XXIe siècle ; enfin, il propose des approches théoriques qui permettraient de renouveler l’économie agricole.

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March 16, 2017 at 11:41AM Building blocks for a research partnership between Europe and Africa

The expected growth of the world population to 9 billion in 2050 and the changing diets will affect food availability drastically. Therefore improving food and nutrition security and ensuring the sustainability of agriculture is a global issue for the years to come. African and European researchers have agreed to jointly engage in the preparation of a new, long-term and ambitious partnership to solve these issues.

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Light-generating reporter molecules ease cell monitoring

Chemiluminescent reagents help track activity in cells

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Light-generating reporter molecules ease cell monitoring

Chemiluminescent reagents help track activity in cells

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Plastic film decodes the chemistry of priceless art objects

Non-invasive method samples the surfaces of historical paintings, frescoes and more

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Plastic film decodes the chemistry of priceless art objects

Non-invasive method samples the surfaces of historical paintings, frescoes and more

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March 15, 2017 at 02:59AM Dolcetta Artisan Sweets Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy and Milk in Chocolate Confections

Dolcetta Artisan Sweets of Seattle, WA is recalling Dolcetta branded chocolate confections because they may contain undeclared soy and milk.

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Bark extract strengthens bite

An extract from tree bark increases the strength of the tooth material dentin, potentially helping dental fillings last longer

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March 13, 2017 at 07:27PM Whole Foods Market Expands Vulto Creamery Recall Because of Public Health Risk

In response to Vulto Creamery’s expanded recall of raw milk cheeses, Whole Foods Market is voluntarily expanding its recall to include Andes, Hamden and Walton Umber cheeses sold in eight stores in Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. The cheeses have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, pregnant women and others with weakened immune systems.

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Bumblebees leave foot odor behind on flowers

Chemical signatures enable the insects to remember their prior landings and distinguish the smell of their nest mates and unfamiliar bees

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Indole alkaloid biosynthetic pathways unraveled

Enzymatic cascade reactions make three natural products with promising antimicrobial and antitumor activity from one precursor

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Sweetener can track pee in the pool

Because swimmers excrete acesulfame K intact, the chemical could serve as a marker of how much urine is in swimming pools and hot tubs

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March 11, 2017 at 07:54PM Vulto Creamery Voluntarily Expands Their Recall of All Raw Milk Cheeses Because of Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

Vulto Creamery, Walton, New York, is out of an abundance of caution expanded the recall to include all lots for four additional cheeses which include, by name the following: Andes, Blue Blais, Hamden & Walton Umber. In summary, Vulto Creamery has recalled the following eight cheese items: Heinennellie, Miranda,, Willowemoc, Ouleout , Andes, Blue Blais, Hamden & Walton Umber due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.

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March 11, 2017 at 12:10AM The Soynut Butter Co Expands Recall to Include Dixie U.S.A Products Because of Possible Health Risk

The SoyNut Butter Co. of Glenview, IL is expanding its recall of I.M. Healthy Brand SoyNut Butter and granola products. The recall now includes Dixie Diner’s Club brand Carb Not Beanit Butter because they may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools.

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Dual therapy first weakens, then kills antibiotic-resistant pathogens

The drug pentamidine disrupts the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, allowing antibiotics inside to finish the job

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Quantum effect could explain how chiral molecules interact

Electron spin polarization promotes recognition between molecules of similar chirality

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March 09, 2017 at 09:32PM Nonna Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Lidia’s Marinara Sauce

Nonna Foods in Woodbury, New York, is voluntarily recalling 25 ounce jars labeled as Lidia’s Marinara Sauce bearing a Best By Date 06/13/2019, because the product may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 09, 2017 at 09:04PM Bak-Ez Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared (Milk) in Mantecada (Muffin)

BAK-EZ Bakery Company of Norcross, Georgia is recalling 7-Eleven 4.0 oz. Mantecada (Muffin) (SKU 9841) (UPC05254859241-7) because it may contain undeclared “milk” in the allergen statement. People who have an allergy or severe stativity to Milk they run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 09, 2017 at 05:39PM Regeneca Worldwide, a Division of Vivaceuticals, Inc., Issues a Nationwide Recall of Its Products

Regeneca Worldwide, a division of VivaCeuticals, Inc. is conducting a nationwide recall of its entire line of herbal and dietary supplement products pursuant to a Consent Decree entered by the federal court for the Central District of California. This recall applies to all products manufactured and sold between June 1, 2011 and February 8, 2017.

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March 09, 2017 at 11:25AM Journée des innovations pour une alimentation durable

Organisée, en partenariat avec la Chaire Unesco Alimentations du monde, avec le soutien de la Fondation Daniel et Nina Carasso, par les participants au Mastère spécialisé(r) IPAD et au diplôme d'ingénieur spécialisé ISAM, formations co-construites et co-pilotées par Montpellier SupAgro et le Cirad.

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March 09, 2017 at 12:26AM Gerber Issues Allergy Alert To Clarify Egg Labeling For Cheese Ravioli Pasta Pick-ups®

Gerber Products Company of Florham Park, New Jersey, is initiating a voluntary recall of Cheese Ravioli Gerber Pasta Pick-Ups because the egg allergen is missing from the 'Contains' statement. The full ingredient list on the package does list 'egg' as an ingredient; however, the 'Contains' statement, designed to further alert parents to allergens in the recipe, did not include “egg� as is required. Only consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg are at risk of serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 08, 2017 at 11:19PM Whole Foods Market Recalls Cheeses From 9 Stores Because of Possible Health Risk

In response to Vulto Creamery’s recall of soft wash- rind raw milk cheeses, Whole Foods Market is voluntarily recalling the products from nine stores in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine and New York out of an abundance of caution. The cheeses have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

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March 08, 2017 at 09:45PM Biery Cheese Company Expands Recall of Select Cheese Due To Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

Biery Cheese Co. is voluntarily expanding the recall of specialty cheese due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes. Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC of Middlebury, IN notified Biery Cheese Co. that a specialty Pepper Marble Jack cheese they supplied to Biery must be recalled due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogens.

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March 07, 2017 at 04:01PM Animal disease management: when efficacy rhymes with acceptability

The efficacy of animal disease surveillance systems depends primarily on the quality of the data gathered in the field, yet the factors that influence their quality are seldom assessed. Two studies in Vietnam and Germany by researchers from CIRAD and their partners have revealed that it is vital to take account of socioeconomic and cultural parameters to limit the bias linked to under-declaration of diseases. This innovative economic evaluation work could serve as a basis for the authorities to improve surveillance systems, and the integrated approach taken could rapidly be transposed and adapted to current crises (avian influenza) or potential threats (African swine fever, lumpy skin disease).

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March 07, 2017 at 08:54PM The Soynut Butter Co Expands Recall to All I.M. Healthy Soynut Butters And I.M. Healthy Granola Because of Possible Health Risk

The SoyNut Butter Co. of Glenview, IL is recalling all varieties of I.M. Healthy SoyNut Butters and all varieties of I.M. Healthy Granola products because they may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. I.M. Healthy Products were distributed in multiple states and may have been purchased in stores or through mail order. They were also distributed to childcare centers and schools in multiple states.

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Fractious fractions teased from crude oil

Separation method corrals key compounds to improve petrochemical processing and pollution assessment

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March 07, 2017 at 05:41PM Vulto Creamery Issues Voluntary Recall of All Soft, Wash-Rind Raw Milk Cheeses Because of Possible Health Risk

Vulto Creamery, Walton, New York, is recalling all lots of Ouleout, Miranda, Heinennellie, and Willowemoc soft wash-rind raw milk cheeses out of an abundance of caution due to testing result from the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), which found Ouleout lot # 617 positive for Listeria monocytogenes and New York Department of Agriculture and Markets finding the possible contamination of Ouleout lot #623. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, pregnant women and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages, stillbirths and fetal infection among pregnant women.

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March 07, 2017 at 04:57PM Landies Candies Co. Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts on “WEGMANS MILK CHOCOLATE (BIG EAR BUNNY) SUCKER”

Landies Candies Co. Inc. of Buffalo, NY is recalling its 3-oz packages of “WEGMANS Milk Chocolate Big Ear Bunny Sucker”, Net Wt 3 oz, Lot # 35016, Best by 9-15-2017 because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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March 07, 2017 at 04:01PM Gestion des maladies animales : quand efficacité rime avec acceptabilité

L’efficacité des systèmes de surveillance des maladies animales dépend avant tout de la qualité des données recueillies sur le terrain, or les facteurs qui influencent cette dernière sont rarement évalués. Deux études menées au Viêtnam et en Allemagne par des chercheurs du CIRAD et leurs partenaires révèlent que les paramètres socio-économiques et culturels doivent absolument être pris en compte pour limiter les biais lié à la sous-déclaration des maladies. Ces travaux novateurs en évaluation économique pourront servir de base aux autorités pour améliorer les systèmes de surveillance. Cette approche intégrée pourrait être rapidement transposable et adaptée aux crises en cours (grippe aviaire) ou aux menaces potentielles (peste porcine africaine, dermatose nodulaire cutanée).

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March 07, 2017 at 02:00PM FDA's Food and Cosmetic Information Center Answers Your Questions

FDA's Food and Cosmetic Information Center answers telephone and written questions about nutrition and the safety of food, dietary supplements, and cosmetics.

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February 28, 2017 at 05:07PM CIRAD and the French Alliance for Sustainable Palm Oil have agreed on a three-year partnership

Paris, 27 February 2017. During the Paris International Agricultural Show, Michel Eddi, President Managing Director of the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD), and Guillaume Réveilhac, President of the French Alliance for Sustainable Palm Oil, announced the signing of a three-year partnership agreement, in front of an audience of NGOs and representatives of public authorities. The partnership will draw on CIRAD's expertise to support the Alliance's work with its members to develop the sustainable palm oil chain and protect biodiversity in Southeast Asia.

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Dual therapy first weakens, then kills antibiotic-resistant pathogens

The drug pentamidine disrupts the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, allowing antibiotics inside to finish the job

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Peptide-containing nanofibers keep bacterial infections at bay

Quorum-sensing inhibitors incorporated into electrospun nanofibers could prevent bacterial infections

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Platinum-containing cancer drugs have different mechanisms

Unlike cisplatin, oxaliplatin works by inducing ribosome biogenesis stress

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Chemists create colloidal clathrate crystals

New combination of nanoparticle shape, DNA length, and DNA sequence leads to novel host-guest materials

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New target for anti-inflammatory agents

Study shows that caspases are secondary targets for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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Abiotic tooth enamel created

Material composed of zinc oxide columns in a polymer matrix has properties similar to those of teeth

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Flow process speeds up peptide synthesis

Fully automated machine is 10 to 100 times as fast as current batch-based methods

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March 05, 2017 at 04:36PM The Soynut Butter Co Recalls I.M. Healthy Original Creamy Soynut Butter Because Of Possible Health Risk

The SoyNut Butter Co. of Glenview, IL is recalling I.M. Healthy Original Creamy SoyNut Butter product because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coliO157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. I.M. Healthy Original Creamy SoyNut Butter was distributed in multiple states and may have been purchased in stores or through mail order. It was also distributed to childcare centers and schools in multiple states.

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March 04, 2017 at 05:04PM Evanger’s Pet Food and Against the Grain Voluntarily Recalls Additional Products Out of Abundance of Caution due to Potential Adulteration with Pentobarbital

Out of an abundance of caution, Evanger's Dog & Cat Food is voluntarily expanding its recall of Hunk of Beef and is also recalling Evanger's Braised Beef and Against the Grain’s Pulled Beef Products due to potential adulteration with pentobarbital. Oral exposure to pentobarbital can cause drowsiness, dizziness, excitement, loss of balance, nausea, nystagmus (eyes moving back and forth in a jerky manner), inability to stand, coma and death. Consumers who notice these symptoms in their pets should consult their veterinarian.

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March 04, 2017 at 05:04PM Evanger’s Pet Food and Against the Grain Voluntarily Recalls Additional Products Out of Abundance of Caution due to Potential Adulteration with Pentobarbital

Out of an abundance of caution, Evanger's Dog & Cat Food is voluntarily expanding its recall of Hunk of Beef and is also recalling Evanger's Braised Beef and Against the Grain’s Pulled Beef Products due to potential adulteration with pentobarbital. Oral exposure to pentobarbital can cause drowsiness, dizziness, excitement, loss of balance, nausea, nystagmus (eyes moving back and forth in a jerky manner), inability to stand, coma and death. Consumers who notice these symptoms in their pets should consult their veterinarian.

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March 03, 2017 at 10:15PM Meijer Expands Recall To Include Meijer Artisan Made Natural Muenster Cheese And Pre-Made Ham Sub Sandwich Due To Possible Health Risk

Meijer expanded its list of recalled items to now include its Meijer brand Artisan Made Natural Muenster Cheese and its pre-wrapped Ham Sub on Artisan White Baguette due to a potential cross contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, a Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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February 27, 2017 at 03:39PM Guiana Shield: world gold prices determine the extent of deforestation

That old safe haven, gold, could well seal the destiny of at least part of the forests of the Guiana Shield. This is what emerged from work by researchers from CIRAD, the CNRS and the University of Guyana, published in the journal Environmental Research Letters . For the first time, the scientists involved used maps of annual deforestation based on high-resolution satellite images to examine the impact of gold mining on the tropical rainforests of the Guiana Shield between 2001 and 2014. This new analysis, which covered Guyana, Surinam, French Guiana and the Brazilian state of Amapá, showed that when gold prices rise, deforestation increases, and that when they fall, deforestation decreases. It also revealed subtantial disparities from one country to another, which would warrant drafting more coordinated regulatory policies on the scale of the Shield, and casts doubt on the relevance of global deforestation control mechanisms such as REDD+.

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An opioid minus major side effects

Fluorinated version of fentanyl is active only in areas of inflammation, eliminating troublesome effects in rats

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Powering mass spec ionization with friction improves sensitivity

Charge generated by rubbing materials together ionizes tiny samples

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Technique reveals never-before-seen states as protein unfolds

Modified force spectroscopy method captures protein unraveling with improved time resolution

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Technique reveals never-before-seen states as protein unfolds

Modified force spectroscopy method captures protein unraveling with improved time resolution

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March 02, 2017 at 07:09PM Meijer Issues Allergy Alert On Mislabeled Pre-Made Caesar Salads Caesar Salads Mislabeled As Greek Salads Sold In Meijer Deli Sections

Meijer announced it is recalling a recent shipment of its pre-made Caesar salads after discovering they were mislabeled as Greek salads. The mislabeled salads contain packaged croutons, which is an undeclared wheat allergen not included on the Greek salad kit label. Individuals who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Meijer does not include croutons in its freshly-assembled Greek Salad kit.

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Small molecule helps fix ‘Lorenzo’s Oil’ gene mutation

Sobetirome partially makes up for lost protein function

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March 02, 2017 at 03:19PM Kogenate FS

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March 02, 2017 at 03:10PM TISSEEL

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March 02, 2017 at 02:20PM Gammagard Liquid

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March 02, 2017 at 02:00PM Is My Dog or Cat a Healthy Weight? Important Questions to Ask the Vet

Just as obesity has become a serious problem in people, it's also a growing problem in pets, one that can seriously harm your pet's health.

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March 01, 2017 at 11:27PM Versa Marketing, Inc. Recalls Fusia Szechuan Stir Fry Because of Possible Health Risk

Versa Marketing Inc. of Fresno, CA is recalling 4,089 cases of Fusia Szechuan Stir fry because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

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March 01, 2017 at 07:40PM Rhophylac

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March 01, 2017 at 07:28PM Nabi-HB

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March 01, 2017 at 07:00PM ARTISS

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Computers predict molecules’ scent from their structures

Un proyecto de crowdsourcing utiliza algoritmos de aprendizaje automático para transformar datos sobre la percepción del olor y predecir los perfiles del aroma de los compuestos

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Keeping bacterial infections at bay using peptide-containing nanofibers

Quorum sensing inhibitors incorporated into electrospun nanofibers could prevent bacterial infections

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March 01, 2017 at 04:13PM XYNTHA

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March 01, 2017 at 03:17PM HepaGam B

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