April 1, 2020 — Many emergency room workers remove their clothes as soon as they get home — some before they even enter. Does that mean you should worry about COVID-19 transmission from your own clothing, towels, and other textiles?
While researchers found that the virus can remain on some surfaces for up to 72 hours, the study didn’t include fabric. “So far, evidence suggests that it’s harder to catch the virus from a soft surface (such as fabric) than it is from frequently touched hard surfaces like elevator buttons or door handles,” wrote Lisa Maragakis, MD, senior director of infection prevention at the Johns Hopkins Health System.
for the complete article: webmd.com/lung/news/20200401
Woman (to Benjamin Franklin): “Well, Doctor, what have we got – a Republic or a Monarchy?”
Benjamin Franklin: “A Republic, if you can keep it.”
-McHenry, The Records of the Federal Convention of 1787
Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States, Oil on Canvas, Howard Chandler Christy
The Great Debate occurred during the Constitutional Convention. Outcomes included the establishment of a four-year term of office for the President, granting Congress the right to regulate foreign trade and interstate commerce, and the appointment of a committee to prepare a final draft of the Constitution.
The Great Debate occurred during the Constitutional Convention. Outcomes included the establishment of a four-year term of office for the President, granting Congress the right to regulate foreign trade and interstate commerce, and the appointment of a committee to prepare a final draft of the Constitution.
August 1: U.S. Air Force Day, National Girlfriends Day, National Mustard Day* (first Saturday), Respect for Parents Day, National Campfire Day* (first Saturday), National Mountain Climbing Day
August 2: Dinosaurs Day, National Coloring Book Day, National Ice Cream Sandwich Day, National Sisters Day* (first Sunday), American Family Day* (first Sunday)
August 3: National Watermelon Day
August 4:U.S. Coast Guard Birthday, National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
August 5: Work Like a Dog Day, National Oyster Day
August 6: National Root Beer Float Day, Wiggle Your Toes Day, National Fresh Breath Day
August 7: Sea Serpent Day, International Beer Day* (first Friday), National Lighthouse Day
August 8: International Cat Day, National Bowling Day* (second Saturday)
August 9: Book Lovers Day, National Women’s Day
August 10: Smithsonian Day, National Lazy Day, National Spoil Your Dog Day
August 11: Play in the Sand Day, National Son and Daughter Day
August 12: International Youth Day, National Middle Child Day
August 13: International Left Handers Day
August 14: National Financial Awareness Day
August 15: National Failures Day, Chant at the Moon Day, International Homeless Animals’ Day* (third Saturday), National Relaxation Day
August 16: Tell a Joke Day, National Roller Coaster Day, National Rum Day
August 17: National Black Cat Appreciation Day
August 18: Helium Discovery Day, Bad Poetry Day, National Couple’s Day, National Fajita Day
August 19: World Photography Day, Orville Wright’s Birthday, National Aviation Day, National Potato Day, World Humanitarian Day
August 20: Virtual Worlds Day, National Lemonade Day, National Radio Day
August 21: Poet’s Day
August 22: International Tongue Twister Day, National Senior Citizens Day, National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, National Tooth Fairy Day
August 23: Ride the Wind Day, National Sponge Cake Day
August 24: Strange Music Day, Vesuvius Day, National Waffle Day
August 25: National Banana Split Day, National Whiskey Sour Day, National Kiss and Make Up Day
August 26: National Dog Day, National Women’s Equality Day, National Cherry Popsicle Day
August 27: National Just Because Day
August 28: National Red Wine Day,National Bow Tie Day
August 29: Individual Rights Day, National Chop Suey Day
August 30: National Beach Day, National Grief Awareness Day, National Toasted Marshmallow Day
August 31: National Trail Mix Day, National Matchmaker Day
On August 8, 2009, Sonia Sotomayor is sworn in as an associate justice of the Supreme Court. Born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, Sotomayor is the first Hispanic justice to serve on the nation’s highest court.
Sotomayor’s mother was an orphan from rural Puerto Rico. Her father had a third-grade education, did not speak English, and died when Sotomayor was 9 years old. Sotomayor grew up in the Bronx and claims that watching the CBS legal drama Perry Mason in her youth led her to aspire to a career as a judge. She received a scholarship to attend Princeton University, where she advocated strongly on behalf of the school’s underserved minority communities, and received her J.D. from Yale Law School in 1979.
** The recalled Food to Live branded products were sold in resealable stand-up pouches and bulk cases, weighing 33, 44, and 55 pounds. The products were sold nationwide. They were sold online to consumers and businesses through foodtolive.com, foodinbulk.com, and other online marketplaces.
Affected lots include SO-72558 through SO-79374, or codes: VFD/ORG/MORP/B/25, C25051312, OSP251001. No other products or lot codes are affected. Consumers with questions may contact Lexunder Inc at (718) 717-1029, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, or at recall@foodtolive.com.
Medline Industries, LP initiated a nationwide recall of Hudson RCI Neonatal/Infant Heated Wire Breathing Circuits. Medline received reports of sporadic failures involving the electrical connector of certain neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits. In affected circuits, the heated wire connector (pigtail) at the Neptune humidifier may exhibit discoloration, melting, smoke, burning odor, or other signs of localized thermal damage. To date, reported events have occurred infrequently relative to the number of devices distributed. All product manufactured on or after July 9, 2026 are not under scope of the recall and may continue to be used. Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Medline by phone at 866-359-1704 Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm CST or recalls@medline.com.
** Fresenius Kabi Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Morphine Sulfate Injection, USP in a Simplist® Prefilled Syringe Due to Labeling Mix-up.
Consumers with questions regarding this recall can
contact Fresenius Kabi USA Quality Assurance at 1-866-716-2459, Monday through Friday, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Patients should contact their physician or health care provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to receiving this drug product. productcomplaint.USA@fresenius-kabi.com or adverse.events.USA@fresenius-kabi.com.Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to Fresenius Kabi Medical Affairs or Vigilance departments at 1-800-551-7176,For return kits and 222 forms please contact Inmar Rx Solutions at 1-855-860-7311
** 2026 Recalls of Food Products Associated with Powdered Milk from California Dairies Inc. Due to a Potential Salmonella Risk. On April 20, 2026, California Dairies Inc., recalled bulk powdered milk and buttermilk distributed to multiple wholesale distributors and manufacturers. FDA is working with downstream consignees to determine if additional downstream customer recalls are necessary.
** American Regent, Inc. Animal Health Issues Nationwide Recall of Two Lots of Adequan® Canine and Two Lots of Adequan® I.M. Due to Visible Glass Fiber Material in the Product. uly 31, 2026 – Shirley, NY, American Regent, Inc. Animal Health is conducting a nationwide recall of two lots (25011 and 3369) of Adequan® Canine Injection (for dogs), 100 mg/mL 5mL multi-dose vials and two lots (24416 and 25265P) of Adequan® i.m. Injection (for horses), 500mg/5 mL single-dose 5mL vials to the consumer level. The products are being recalled due to the presence of glass fibers found during testing of internally retained samples. To date, American Regent, Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events related to the recalled lots. Adequan Canine Lot #’s 3369 and 25011 were distributed nationwide to online pharmacies, distributors/ wholesalers and veterinarians in the United States on 05/22/2024 and 04/14/2025 respectively and Adequan i.m. Lot #’s 24416 and 25265P were distributed nationwide to online pharmacies, distributors/ wholesalers and veterinarians in the United States on 05/08/2025 and 01/22/2026, respectively.Customer Service cs@americanregent.com
** Boticelli Foods Recalls Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter Because of Possible Health Risk. Boticelli Foods of Melville NY, is recalling 1 lot of Better Goods Pistachio Nut Butter, NET WT 6.7oz (190g), UPC 194346207961, Lot LB028ACP04, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, Product was manufactured by Gustibus Alimentari Srl of Assoro, Italy, imported by Botticelli, and distributed exclusively by Walmart Inc. of Bentonville, Arkansas. The product was distributed to Walmart retail stores in the following 19 states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, and Wyoming. The recalled product comes in a 6.7oz (190g) glass jar bearing UPC 194346207961 and is identified by Lot Code LB028ACP04, with an expiration date of January 28, 2027 printed on the jar. No other lots of BetterGoods Pistachio Nut Butter are subject to this recall. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this product that we are aware of to date. For any questions associated with this recall, please e-mail quality@botticellifoods.com or call 631-543-7000, extension 203 between the hours of 9am and 5pm EDT.
** Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC Issues Recall of OPTIRAY Imaging Bulk Package – 350, 500mL, Vial, Nationwide and Mexico Due to Presence of Particulate Matter. (Ioversol Injection 74% 350 mg iodine/ml) for intra-arterial or intra-venous use to the user level (hospitals, imaging centers, healthcare facilities and clinics, and other potential users of the product) due to the presence of particulate matter comprising polyethylene and other plastic materials, stainless steel, and glass. rxrecalls@inmar.com 1-855-670-3976 -Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC, adverse event report –pvreporting@guerbet.com
Product: OPTIRAY Imaging Bulk Package (IBP) 350, 500mL in vial, (Ioversol Injection 74% 350 mg iodine/ml) Multiple -Dose Container. Packaged in cases of 6 vials –
NDC-0019-1333-65, LOT 25ZF3670,
Expiration – May 31, 2027
** Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods Announces a Voluntary Recall Due to Possible Foreign Object. a small sliver of aluminum was discovered in the baking pan used to prepare six of its products. A similar metal fragment was also identified in a Chicken Cobbler product yesterday. Consumers with questions should contact Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods at 804-340-3050, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.www.ukropshomestylefoods.com
Product Name
UPC
NET WT
Shelf- Life Days
Best By Date
State/Retailer
Baked Spaghetti
72251528211
NET WT 14.8 OZ (420g)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion -VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg.VA Kroger-VA, WVA Libbie Market-VA Military RS-VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market_VA Ukrop’s Market Hall Wegmans-Short Pump/Fredericksburg/ Midlothian, VA
Baked Spaghetti – Bulk
72251529211
NET WT 62.4 OZ (3.9lb/1.79kg)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion- NC Kroger-VA-WVA Libbie Market-VA Ukrop’s Market Hall
Chicken Cobbler
72251528457
NET WT 11.6 OZ (329g)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion-VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg, VA Kroger, VA-WV Libbie Market-VA Military RS-VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market-VA Wegmans-Short Pump/Fredericksburg/Midlothian/VA
Chicken Cobbler – Bulk
72251529457
NET WT 48 OZ (3lb/1.36kg)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion-NC Kroger-VA WVA
Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
72251528044
NET WT 13.8 OZ (391g)
5
7/6/26 – 8/3/26
Food Lion-VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg, VA Kroger- VA, WV, KY Military Retail – VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market – VA Ukrop’s Market Hall
ce suggests that it’s harder to catch the virus from a soft surface (such as fabric) than it is from frequently touched hard surfaces like elevator buttons or door handles,” wrote Lisa Maragakis, MD, senior director of infection prevention at the Johns Hopkins Health System.
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