Palama Holdings, LLC, a Kapolei, Hawaii, establishment, is recalling approximately 4,535 pounds of fully cooked pork products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. Recommendations For People At Risk For Listeriosis Wash … [Read more...]
FDA Warns Consumers About Problems at Two Baltimore Pharmacies
THE U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION IS WARNING CONSUMERS WHO FILLED PRESCRIPTIONS AT THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACIES LOCATED AT 8035A LIBERTY ROAD AND 5900 REISTERSTOWN ROAD IN BALTIMORE THAT THEY MAY HAVE RECEIVED DRUGS THAT WERE EITHER EXPIRED OR SUSPECTED COUNTERFEIT. THE FDA IS PARTICULARLY CONCERNED BECAUSE A NUMBER OF THE DRUGS ARE FOR … [Read more...]
Nebraska Beef Recalls 1.2 Millions Pounds of Beef for Possible E. Coli Contamination
Nebraska Beef, Ltd., an Omaha, Neb., establishment is recalling approximately 1.2 million pounds of primal cuts, subprimal cuts and boxed beef that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. RECOMMENDATIONS TO CONSUMERS FOR SAFE FOOD HANDLING Wash … [Read more...]
Nissan Recalls 2008 Altimas Over Loose Bolt in Suspension
Make / Models : Model/Build Years: NISSAN / ALTIMA 2008 Manufacturer : NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. Mfr's Report Date : JUL 28, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V363000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: SUSPENSION … [Read more...]
Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: PERFECT FLAME DOUBLE LID FOUR BURNER GAS GRILLS UNITS: ABOUT 24,000 … [Read more...]
Progress Lighting Recalls Indoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Unexpectedly Fall
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCTS: PENDANT-STYLE CEILING-MOUNTED INDOOR LIGHT FIXTURES UNITS: ABOUT … [Read more...]
Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: SIGNATURE GOURMET™ AND CROFTON® PERSONAL BLENDERS UNITS: … [Read more...]
Fisher-Price Recalls Learning Pots and Pans Toys Due to Choking Hazard
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: LEARNING POTS & PANS™ TOYS UNITS: ABOUT 15,000 IMPORTER: … [Read more...]
Modern Pain Killers: Biggest Medical Hoax in Last 100 Years
This is a guest editorial post written by our newest contributor, Larry Golbom R.Ph MBA of the Prescription Addiction Radio show. An Open Letter to the Legal Community Regarding the Overmarketing of Pain Killers by Pharmaceutical Companies Acting as Common Drug Dealers Prior to being named pain killers, the opium derived drugs were referred to as … [Read more...]
Yamaha Rhino ATV Rollover Problems Persist
Since it was introduced in 2003, the Yamaha Rhino ATV has been associated with a number of rollovers and accidents where riders suffered debilitating fractures when their arms and legs were trapped under the weight of the vehicle. Although aftermarket doors and additional passenger side hand-holds were offered free of charge last summer, Yamaha … [Read more...]
Nine Firms Agree To Pay More Than $350,000 in Civil Penalties For Failing To Timely Report Drawstrings In Children's Outerwear
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION (CPSC) ANNOUNCED TODAY THAT NINE FIRMS HAVE AGREED TO PAY A TOTAL OF $355,000 IN CIVIL PENALTIES. THE PENALTIES SETTLE ALLEGATIONS THAT THE FIRMS KNOWINGLY FAILED TO REPORT TO THE CPSC IMMEDIATELY, AS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW, THAT THEIR CHILDREN’S HOODED SWEATSHIRTS, JACKETS, OR … [Read more...]
Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled By Kids with Character Due to Strangulation Hazard
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: BONGOCHEETAH GIRLS JACKETS UNITS: ABOUT 1,200 DISTRIBUTOR: KIDS WITH … [Read more...]
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Request Jeans Due to Strangulation Hazard
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: DRAWSTRING HOODIES UNITS: ABOUT 1,200 MANUFACTURER: REQUEST JEANS, OF … [Read more...]
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Raw Blue Due to Strangulation Hazard
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 CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. NAME OF PRODUCT: HOODED SWEATSHIRTS UNITS: ABOUT 5,740 DISTRIBUTOR: RAW BLUE … [Read more...]
Tyson Foods Recalls Chicken Breasts Due To Undeclared Allergens
Recall Release CLASS I RECALL FSIS-RC-026-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH Congressional and Public Affairs (202) 720-9113 Roger Sockman WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2008 – Tyson Foods, Inc., a Vicksburg, Miss. establishment, is recalling approximately 51,360 pounds of raw frozen chicken breast tenderloin products because they may contain an undeclared … [Read more...]
Recent Comments