Taking Too Much Tylenol Has Proven Risks. Trump Didn’t Talk About Those.

Acetaminophen’s link to autism is unproven. But hundreds of Americans accidentally overdose on the drug each year, suffering liver damage that can require a transplant or even be fatal.

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U.N. Health Goals Weakened by Industry Pressure, Experts Say

Public health advocates complained that the final recommendations on combating chronic illness removed calls for taxes on tobacco, alcohol and sweetened drinks.

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F.D.A.’s Approval of Drug for Autism Upends Review Process

The agency revived an old treatment for cancer patients, unilaterally approving it for a subset of people with autism. Experts worry that the narrower scope will get lost in the hype.

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French Winemaker Gets Prison for Selling Fake Champagne

Didier Chopin, 56, was accused of passing off wine made with carbonated grapes from Spain and other regions in France as Champagne.

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Why N.Y. Legal Weed Might Not Be as Safe, or as Strong, as Advertised

New York depends on private labs to test cannabis products’ potency and check for contaminants. Some industry experts say the tests are not reliable.

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F.D.A. Targets Mousse and Foam Sunscreens

The agency issued warnings to companies that make foam and whipped sunscreens, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the products are ineffective.

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Do Food Expiration Dates Really Matter?

Labels on food are confusing for all kinds of reasons. Here’s what they mean.

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Are Samosas Unhealthy? Some Indians Find Official Advice Hard to Swallow.

A government advisory noting the high fat and sugar levels in many popular snacks was seen by some as an attack on India’s beloved street food.

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Can AriZona’s 99-Cent Iced Tea Survive Trump’s Tariffs?

The price has been AriZona’s calling card for nearly three decades. A 50 percent tariff on imported aluminum may change that.

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Cannabis Poisonings Are Rising, Mostly Among Kids

As products like weed gummies proliferate, more children and teens are suffering symptoms including seizures and life-threatening breathing problems.

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