Most people who develop mesothelioma have worked on jobs where they inhaled asbestos particles. They may have also been been exposed to asbestos dust and fiber in other ways. This could include working with asbestos or by home renovation using asbestos cement products or even by washing the clothes of a family member who worked with asbestos. The … [Read more...]
Product Recall Classes I II III
The Difference Between Class 1, Class 2 & Class 3 Recalls There are three classes of recall used by the FDA and USDA: Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3, often represented with Roman numerals I, II and III respectively. While both the FDA and USDA have their own definitions of product recall classes, they follow the same general rule - 1= most … [Read more...]
Checking For Asbestos In Your Home
If you're concerned about asbestos exposure you are not alone. Many people wonder if they have been exposed to asbestos, and if so, what they can do to help protect their health. If you think that you have been exposed to asbestos or are looking for ways to prevent an exposure, look no further. We will go over some of the health problems that arise … [Read more...]
Welcome to the NEW US Recall News
Hello and welcome to the new and improved US Recall News. We hope you like it! Stay tuned for more posts and more information on how to get the most out of this site as we put the finishing touches on our new design. … [Read more...]
Makers of Tysabri Warn of Serious Liver Damage
Biogen Idec and Elan have informed healthcare professionals of reports of "clinically significant" liver injuries among patients treated with TYSABRI (natalizumab), a drug used for treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). … [Read more...]
Medical Device Litigation 101
Medical Device Litigation History and Primer1976 through Reigel v. MedtronicGuest post provided by Denver personal injury attorney Beth KleinBackground of the ActThe Food & Drug Administration ("FDA") governs medical devices for use and sale in the United States. The FDA was given power over medical devices in the 1976 Medical Device Amendments to … [Read more...]
Rinnai Wall Furnaces Recalled
Rinnai America Corporation of Peachtree City, GA is recalling their Direct-Vent Wall Furnace models RHFE 431 and RHFE 556 due to a carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.This recall involves about 52,000 Direct Vent Wall Furnaces that were sold to contractors nationwide for the last seven years and were made in Japan. … [Read more...]
Chanitx and Suicide
More reports of erratic behavior and suicide have been associated with the use of Chantix, a drug that was designed to help people stop smoking and was approved by the Food and Drug Administration just under two years ago. In November 2007, the FDA issued a statement that they are reviewing the possible Chantix suicide side effects and that there … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Grants Immunity to Medical Device Manufacturers
(Editorial Content)The Supreme Court finally gave medical device makers their one true wish - Immunity from Lawsuits. Companies that produce medical devices like breast implants and implantable defibrillators now have federal protection against lawsuits arising from deaths or injuries associated with their products as long as the product has been … [Read more...]
143 Million Pounds of Beef Recalled by USDA in Largest Beef Recall in History
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today ordered the recall of 143 million pounds of frozen beef - the largest beef recall in US history.The recalled beef cam from a Chino, California slaughterhouse called the Westland Hallmark Meat Company. This slaughterhouse is the subject of an animal abuse investigation and provided meat to … [Read more...]
FDA Drops The Ball Again – Chinese Drug Maker Not Inspected
The tainted blood thinner heparin, which was recalled in January, has been linked to four deaths in the US and about 350 other "complications".A recent report by Walt Bodanich and Jake Hooker of the New York Times reveals that the active ingredient in this blood thinner marketed by Baxter International was produced by a factory in China. No big … [Read more...]
Bracelets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, along with Mission City Press of Franklin, Tennessee, has announced a voluntary recall of A Life of Faith Charm Bracelet Sets. Approximately 11,00 of these bracelets have been recalled due to the following hazard: Surface paint on the pearl white beads of the bracelet contains excessive levels … [Read more...]
Huge ATV Recall by Polaris – Sportsman and Scrambler
Polaris is recalling 95,000 ATVs due to defective electronic control modules (ECMs) that may overheat, causing a fire and burn hazard to riders. If you own one of the four wheeler / ATV models below, contact your closest Polaris dealer for information on how to schedule a free repair. In the meantime, consumers are advised to disconnect the … [Read more...]
Potentially Dangerous Chemicals Under Your Kitchen Sink
I was reading about yoga poses today on one of my favorite websites when I came across an article about hazardous household cleaning products.Some of these are seriously toxic substances that cause kidney, liver and brain damage, but they can be found in ordinary household cleaners that we use every day:- Chlorinated phenols can be found in toilet … [Read more...]
Pain Medication Patches Recalled
Fentanyl pain medication patches have been recalled this week due to a flaw that allows the very potent opiod medication to come in direct contact with the patient using the patch, proving to be potentially deadly.The patches have been sold in the United States under the brand name Duragesic and sold generically as fentanyl by Sandoz, Inc. The … [Read more...]
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