The fall is approaching and back to school is here! Before you pack those lunches for the kids, there are a few recalls that you should be aware of!

There have been a string of recalls over the last few weeks. One of which involved cookie dough that had wood chips in it.

Now we are hearing about crackers that are being recalled.

The third food to be recalled is also from Trader Joe's. The Trader Joe's cooked falafel has raised some concerns.

The New York State Department of Health is working hard to get people ready for the upcoming fall, cold and flu season as well as reminding people to get a COVID vaccine.

According to a series of Tweets from NYS DOH, we may see an uptick in COVID cases as we end the summer and move to the cooler weather of fall.

But don't put away the summer gear just yet. August can be a very hot month and this summer has already set many records across the country and here in the Empire State.

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