As grocery retailers adjust store operations in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Americans are upping their purchases of supplies, with consumers spending an average of $178.44, according to LendingTree. The Charlotte, N.C.-based online loan marketplace said that 63% of Americans have bought products to prepare for lifestyle changes amid the nationwide spread of COVID-19. Purchases…
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Since we all do business in an interconnected global economy, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is affecting our day-to-day operations in a significant way. As we try to navigate through these challenging times, the American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting the Greek market with the information businesses need to make informed decisions. AmChamGR…
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According to a survey by Technomic, the foodservice industry faces big unknowns as the COVID-19 outbreak remains the most closely followed news story to consumers. Consumers answered how they believe their behaviors and attitudes will change in the wake of the outbreak. Key industry areas are noted for greatest potential impact – whether positive or…
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FDA NEWS RELEASE: March 17, 2020 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took steps to help prevent disruptions in the food supply-chain by issuing a temporary policy for FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) supplier verification onsite audit requirements during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency. “While our grocery stores are facing unprecedented demand,…
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks. FDA is requiring changes to the Nutrition Facts label based on updated scientific information, new nutrition research, and input from the public. This is the first major update to the label in over 20 years. Learn about What’s New with the…
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The coronavirus outbreak poses a serious threat, not only to the global health, but also to the world economy, with unforeseen consequences so far. We are already witnessing the impact of the spread of the virus on many sectors of the economy and the existing danger for a global recession. AmChamGR monitors the situation, and…
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FDA STATEMENT: March 10, 2020 Today, we are providing an update on the status of U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspections outside of the U.S. in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. After careful consideration, the FDA is postponing most foreign inspections through April, effective immediately. Inspections outside the U.S. deemed mission-critical will still be considered…
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FDA NEWS RELEASE: March 09, 2020 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warning letters to seven companies for selling fraudulent COVID-19 products. These products are unapproved drugs that pose significant risks to patient health and violate federal law. The FDA and FTC are taking this action as…
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AmChamGR attended the second Israel-USA Business Summit organized by the American Chamber of Israel and attended by more than 500 business and trade associations, building on the relationship with the AmCham of Israel. The second Israel-USA Business Summit is a partnership between the Israel-America Chamber of Commerce, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, The Federation of Israeli…
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AmChamGR successfully organized the 2nd Digital Sustainability Forum, focusing this time on the Role of AI in the Healthcare System, on February 21, 2020. The forum was supported by Microsoft and IBM and is part of a series of discussions that was initiated by AmChamGR on AI and its impact on all sectors of the…
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