Glucose Test Strips with a Deadly Defect
October 9, 2009
The FDA has issued a new warning regarding GDH-PQQ test strips, used in some glucose meters, giving inaccurate glucose readings. This is not the first warning the FDA has issued about these strips, but healthcare facilities have continued using them resulting in more deaths.
FDA Takes Enforcement Action against Ready-to-Eat Sandwich Manufacturer
October 9, 2009
The U.S. Department of Justice, on behalf of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, has filed a complaint for permanent injunction against Rel’s Foods Inc. (Rel’s), of Oakland, Calif., seeking to stop the company from manufacturing, producing, and selling adulterated food products.
Entegra Coach Motorhomes
October 9, 2009
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Ducati Recalls 2009-2010 Motorcycles: Fuel Leak
October 9, 2009
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GOSHEN ( 09V383000 )
October 9, 2009
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BMW Recalls Certain 2009 Motorcyle Models
October 9, 2009
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Zap Xebra Motorcycles Recalled
October 9, 2009
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Pierce Fire Truck Recalls
October 9, 2009
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STERLING ( 09V390000 )
October 9, 2009
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FREIGHTLINER ( 09V390000 )
October 9, 2009
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WESTERN STAR ( 09V390000 )
October 9, 2009
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Gulf Stream Motorhomes with Norcold Refrigerators
October 9, 2009
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Neuron 6F 070 Delivery Catheter – Penumbra
October 8, 2009
Penumbra and FDA notified healthcare professionals about a voluntary field removal of the original version of Neuron 6F 070 Delivery Catheter due to reports that the catheter could kink or ovalize in certain anatomical situations, lead to difficulty in catheter advancement and/or delivery of other devices through the guide catheter. Continued usage of a kinked catheter could cause the catheter to break, which could result in a portion being retained in the patient, which could result in additional procedural time, patient injury or death. There are four injury reports to date, which may be potentially associated with this defect.
Unomedical Issues Worldwide Recall of Certain Manual Pulmonary Resuscitators
October 8, 2009
Unomedical Inc., a manufacturer of medical devices, today announced that it is conducting a voluntary recall of certain units of the single-patient use Manual Pulmonary Resuscitator (MPR). The recall only impacts MPRs manufactured from July 2002 – March 2008 and matching the lot numbers listed on the following Unomedical web page: http://www.unomedical.com/?pageid=H3160.This recall is being conducted because of a potential malfunction of certain units of the MPR, which may impair the ability of the device to generate the positive pressure necessary to function properly. The occurrence of such a malfunction may create a situation in which the use of the product could potentially cause serious adverse health consequences or death. This recall does not impact any MPRs manufactured after March 2008.
CPSC Warns of In-Home Drowning Dangers with Bathtubs, Bath Seats, Buckets
October 8, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE END OF OUTDOOR SWIMMING AND POOL SEASON DOESN’T MEAN THE END OF DROWNING DANGERS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN. AFTER POOLS, MORE CHILDREN DROWN IN BATHTUBS THAN IN ANY OTHER PRODUCT IN AND AROUND THE HOME.
Navistar Heavy Truck Recall
October 8, 2009
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LEXUS ( 09V388000 )
October 8, 2009
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TOYOTA ( 09V388000 )
October 8, 2009
Also see: Toyota Recall: Four Different Causes. So Which is it?
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VACTOR ( 09V387000 )
October 8, 2009
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Directors Chairs Sold at Lowe’s Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
October 7, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: FOLDING DIRECTORS CHAIRS
UNITS: ABOUT 84,000
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