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Officials warn against glutathione use after recalls
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 24, 2026 at 1:07 PM ET
Summary: Fire and medical officials warned Western wildland firefighters not to use the supplement glutathione after exposure to toxic chemicals. They said it has not been proven safe or effective and could cause illness if contamination occurs during production, citing August pharmacy recalls for bacterial contamination and reports of symptoms.
WHO: Fire and medical officials; experts
WHAT: Issued warnings to wildland firefighters about risks of using glutathione supplements after smoke exposure
WHEN: Aug 24, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: The supplement glutathione was recalled by pharmacies in August due to bacterial contamination found during testing, raising concerns it could expose firefighters to illness if contaminated.
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