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- New in iOS 10: Magnifier
Apple's newly released mobile operating system includes a new accessibility feature called Magnifier. The feature uses the device's built-in camera to enlarge objects placed in front of the camera. This can be helpful for people with visual disabilities who need to read small print. The feature can be enabled by… Read more » - New in iOS 10: Software TTY Calling
Apple's updated mobile operating system, iOS 10, includes many new accessibility features. One of these features is Software TTY calling. TTY calling allows people who are deaf and people with hearing disabilities who cannot communicate using voice calling to communicate with people by using voice calling through relay services. The… Read more » - New Add-On for OneNote Benefits Students with Dyslexia
Microsoft recently made a new add-on available for its OneNote software which aims to help students with dyslexia. The add-on works within Microsoft's note taking software and is currently available to download as a beta. Once installed, a new tab appears which gives users the option to read content using… Read more » - AXS Map: Crowdsourced Accessibility Reviews of Businesses
AXS Map is an app available for iOS and Android that allows users to rank the accessibility of local businesses. Using the location of the device users can search for nearby businesses and rank the accessibility of the location in very basic terms. More detailed accessibility information and information for… Read more » - Inspiration Maps Updated with iPhone Support and More
The mind mapping and outlining app Inspiration Maps, which was previously only available on the iPad, is now available on the iPhone as well. The app is a valuable tool to help students organize their ideas and start the writing process. Users can drag text boxes around the screen to easily… Read more » - Bright Future for Apple Accessibility with Lisa P. Jackson in the Lead
Apple recently updated the bio of Lisa P. Jackson to reflect her new role overseeing accessibility at Apple. This expands her previous responsibilities of overseeing environmental initiatives at Apple. Ms. Jackson's official title is now Vice President of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives. Apple CEO Tim Cook has been vocal… Read more » - Apple Watch Accessibility: Possibilities, Challenges, and Unknowns
When the Apple Watch launches next month it will mark the launch of Apple's first new product category since the iPad. The iPad was a game changer in terms of accessibility, bringing numerous features designed for people with disabilities at launch. How will the Apple Watch compare and what are… Read more » - Voice Dream Writer: Word Processing Plus a Whole Lot More
Voice Dream has become a well-known name in the assistive technology community because of Voice Dream Reader: a text-to-speech reader available for iOS devices. Now the developer has released a new app called Voice Dream Writer which aims to support writers with special needs. Voice Dream Writer has features that can benefit people… Read more »
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- Food Safety at Fairs and Festivals | CDC FeaturesA fun summer activity is attending fairs, festivals, carnivals, and rodeos. Follow these tips to have a safe cooking, eating, and drinking experience at those… Read more »
- Celebrate National DNA Day on April 25th! | CDC FeaturesJoin the National DNA Day "15 for 15" Celebration and learn 15 ways that genomics is influencing our world. Visit the website daily from April… Read more »
- Measles: Make Sure Your Child is Fully Immunized | CDC FeaturesMeasles is a highly contagious disease. It can be serious for young children. Protect your child by making sure he or she is up to… Read more »
- Salmonella and Eggs | CDC FeaturesEggs are one of nature's most nutritious and economical foods. But you must take special care when handling and preparing fresh eggs and egg products… Read more »
- Make Your Workout Work for You | CDC FeaturesRegular physical activity is really important if you have diabetes. Read on for tips to help you get moving and keep going. Read more »
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- Nine CDC Health Hacks for Back-to-School SuccessTo have a great school year, kids need to stay healthy. Healthy students are better learners. CDC has tips and resources for parents and schools… Read more »
- TRANSCRIPT of August 6, 2019, CDC Vital Signs: NaloxoneCDC works 24/7 protecting America's health, safety and security. Whether disease start at home or abroad, are curable or preventable, chronic or acute, or from… Read more »
- Still Not Enough Naloxone Where It's Most NeededThe overdose-reversing drug naloxone saves lives - but only if it's readily available when an overdose occurs. Read more »
- CDC Telebriefing: New Vital Signs Report - Wide Variation in Naloxone PrescribingFrom 2017 to 2018, the number of high-dose opioid prescriptions decreased and naloxone prescriptions increased. However, despite progress, only one naloxone prescription was dispensed for… Read more »
- CDC Remains Committed One Year into the Fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the CongoOn August 1, 2018, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Ministry of Health declared an outbreak of Ebola. One year later, the outbreak continues… Read more »
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- Health Alert Network (HAN) No. 418 - Update: Widespread Outbreaks of Hepatitis A among People Who Use Drugs and People Experiencing Homelessness across the United StatesMultiple states across the country have reported outbreaks of hepatitis A, primarily among people who use drugs and people experiencing homelessness. Since the hepatitis A… Read more »
- Health Alert Network (HAN) No. 417 - Third Case of Rifampin/Penicillin-Resistant Strain of RB51 Brucella from Consuming Raw MilkThe New York State Department of Health and Pennsylvania Department of Health are investigating Brucella RB51 exposures that may be connected to consuming raw (unpasteurized)… Read more »
- Health Alert Network (HAN) No. 416 - Update-Outbreak of Life-threatening Coagulopathy Associated with Synthetic Cannabinoids UseThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is providing information on: 1) the current status of a multistate outbreak of coagulopathy from exposure to… Read more »
- Health Alert Network (HAN) No. 415 - Hurricane Florence-Clinical Guidance For Carbon Monoxide (CO) PoisoningThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reminding clinicians seeing patients from the areas affected by Hurricane Florence to maintain a high index… Read more »
- Health Alert Network (HAN) No. 414 - Advice to Clinicians about Leptospirosis in U.S. Travelers Returning from Northern IsraelThe Israeli Ministry of Health is reporting an outbreak of leptospirosis in persons with exposure to natural water sources in the Golan Heights region of… Read more »
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Food Safety
- Tyson Foods, Inc. Recalls Weaver Brand Ready-To-Eat Chicken Patty Products due to Possible Foreign Matter ContaminationTyson Foods Inc., a Pine Bluff, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 39,078 pounds of Weaver brand frozen chicken patty product that may be contaminated with… Read more »
- Taylor Farms Illinois Inc. Recalls Chicken Products due to Possible Processing DefectTaylor Farms Inc., a Chicago, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 342 pounds of breaded chicken products due to a processing defect that may have led… Read more »
- Top Taste Food Warehouse Recalls Meat and Poultry Products Produced Without Benefit of InspectionTop Taste Food Warehouse, a Brooklyn, N.Y. establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of pork and chicken dumpling product because they were produced, packed, and… Read more »
- Conagra Brands, Inc. Recalls Canned Beef Products Due to Possible Processing DefectConagra Brands, Inc. Recalls Canned Beef Products Due to Possible Processing Defect Read more »
- Premium Foods USA, Inc., Recalls Siluriformes Products Produced Without Benefit of Import InspectionPremium Foods USA, Inc., a Woodside, N.Y. establishment and importer of record, is recalling approximately 76,025 pounds of various Siluriformes fish products that were not… Read more »
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- Xeljanz, Xeljanz XR (tofacitinib): Drug Safety Communication - Due to an Increased Risk of Blood Clots and Death with Higher DoseDrug Safety Communication - Due to an Increased Risk of Blood Clots and Death with Higher Dose Read more »
- Fecal Microbiota for Transplantation: Safety Communication- Risk of Serious Adverse Reactions Due to Transmission of Multi-Drug Resistant OrganismsFDA MedWatch Alert regarding Fecal Microbiota for Transplantation: Safety Communication- Risk of Serious Adverse Reactions Due to Transmission of Multi-Drug Resistant Organisms Read more »
- E-cigarette: Safety Communication - Related to Seizures Reported Following E-cigarette Use, Particularly in Youth and Young AdultsSafety Communication - Related to Seizures Reported Following E-cigarette Use, Particularly in Youth and Young Adults Read more »
- Certain Prescription Insomnia Medicines: New Boxed Warning - Due to Risk of Serious Injuries Caused by Sleepwalking, Sleep Driving and Engaging in Other Activities While Not Fully AwakeMedWatch Alert on certain prescription insomnia medicines. Read more »
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FDA Tainted Dietary Supplements
- FDA advises patients not to use Herbal Doctor Remedies’ medicinesFDA advises patients not to use any drugs manufactured by Herbal Doctor Remedies, Monterey Park, California, because these drugs were made under poor conditions. Read more »
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