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CDC Warns Testing Laboratories to Prepare for Potential Influx of Lead Testing Requests as FDA Investigates Source of Lead Contamination in Cinnamon Imports

The FDA has begun screening imports of cinnamon from multiple countries for toxic lead contamination, after reports of children becoming ill from eating pouches of applesauce and apple puree. The agency is working with the CDC to monitor the health of those affected and is urging consumers to check their pantries for recalled products and to contact their healthcare provider if they have any concerns. The FDA is also continuing to investigate the source of the contamination and is working to prevent similar incidents in the future.