By Fred White
(an article reprinted from ThomasNet.com Industrial Market Trends, a comprehensive, daily industrial blog)
In 2006, almost 500 million people worldwide were 65 and older, and by 2030, that total is projected to increase to one billion. The world's workforce depends on this population. If older adults take the advice provided by the health care provider community, and motivate themselves, they can achieve two goals: live healthier and perhaps longer, and reduce health care costs.
By 2030, the number of Americans aged 65 and older will more than double to 71 million, equaling about 20 percent of the U.S. population, noted the report. Of course, older Americans will not be the only aged around the globe. “We are aging — not just as individuals or communities but as a world. In 2006, almost 500 million people worldwide were 65 and older,” according to a report entitled Why Population Aging Matters: A Global Perspective, which was presented earlier this month at the State Summit on Global Aging presented. By 2030, that total is projected to increase to one billion — one in every eight of the earth’s inhabitants. Significantly, the most rapid increases in the 65+ population are occurring in developing countries, “which will see a jump of 140 percent by 2030,” reports Senior Journal.
The health of the age group coming up behind the 65+ people may also be questionable.
Beth Soldo, a University of Pennsylvania sociologist, and her colleagues studied data from the U.S. Health and Retirement Study and found that people in “their early to mid-50s were reporting more health problems than people that age had described previously,” writes Gary Rotstein at The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. This deserves to be taken with some skepticism, however, because “the federal data are not correlated with any actual health evaluations.” A health care provider would refer to these “evaluations” as scientifically valid observations.
One possibility for the higher reporting of poor health may result from more stress and obesity. Or baby boomers may have higher definition of what constitutes good health. Also, more awareness of effective treatments and medications may lead people to feel less inclined to report their health as good.
Kenneth Manton, research professor at Duke University, said he “sees no basis for such fears and nothing in Soldo’s study to change his mind,” the article quotes Manton as having said.
Older Americans can minimize this cost, though, if improving and preserving older adults’ health is more actively addressed, according to an updated report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Merck Co. Foundation. The CDC report presents information and recommendations to help older Americans live not just longer but better lives.
Three preventable behaviors — smoking, poor diet and physical inactivity — were the root causes of almost 35 percent of U.S. deaths in 2000. These behaviors represent risk factors that often lead to society’s leading chronic killers: heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. The report indicates that if people can live healthier and go to regular screenings, they can reduce the risk for many chronic diseases and help lower heath care costs.
The challenge is to better apply (i.e., more broadly) what we already know about helping to ensure that added years are healthy years, according to the report.
A closer look at some resources for helping older adults reduce the risk factors can help us all. For many people, physical inactivity may be the hardest challenge. The CDC provides quite a bit of resourceful information to generate motivation and become active.
If older adults take the advice provided by the health care provider community, and motivate themselves, they can achieve two goals: live healthier and perhaps longer, and reduce health care costs.
NOTE: Stay with us when we report the latest developments in the medical device industry and health care in this week’s IMT e-newsletter.
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Consumer Product Safety Roundup, Dec. 2007: Selected Product Recalls and Safety News (cpsc.gov)
From www.cpsc.gov (the Consumer Product Safety Commission website), some recent items related to product recalls and safety:
Deadly Danger: CPSC Urges Parents To Not Place Infants on Air Mattresses The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning families nationwide that air mattresses are too soft for use with sleeping infants. Never place infants to sleep on air mattresses or other soft surfaces (such as water beds and adult beds), which are not specifically designed or safe for infant use.
Venmar Ventilation Inc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators Due to Fire Hazard In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Venmar Ventilation Inc., of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 1,100 Heat Recovery Ventilators. The thermal protector in these units can fail, posing a potential fire hazard to consumers.
AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 140,000 Valucraft Booster Cables. The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
Shopping Channel HSN Agrees to Pay $875,000 Civil Penalty
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that HSN LP (previously known as Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla., has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $875,000. The civil penalty settles allegations that HSN LP failed to report in a timely manner, as required by federal law, serious injuries and hazards with the Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers.
North American Breaker Co. Recalls Counterfeit Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), North American Breaker Co. Inc. (NABCO), of Burbank, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 50,000 Counterfeit Circuit Breakers. The recalled circuit breakers labeled “Square D” have been determined by Square D to be counterfeit and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
World Dryer Recalls to Repair Hand and Hair Dryers Due to Electric Shock Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), World Dryer Corp., of Berkeley Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 25,000 World Dryer and Bradley Brand Hand and Hair Dryers. Some of the nozzles on these dryers are not grounded. If an electrical component comes into contact with an ungrounded nozzle, it can pose a shock hazard to consumers.
Pressure Cookers Recalled By Manttra Inc. Due to Burn Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Manttra Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 38,250 Pressure Cookers. If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.
Lenox Recalls Covered Warmer Dishes Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lenox Group Inc., of Bristol, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 43,000 Covered Warmer Dishes with Racks. Flames from the tea candle can extend up the sides of the dish. In addition, a label on the bottom of the dish causes excessive smoke when exposed to the flame. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 13,000 Christmas Candle Sets. The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
DeWALT Recalls Cordless Drills due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md., is voluntarily recalling about 346,000 DEWALT Cordless Drills. The trigger switch of the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
McQuay Recalls Air Conditioners/Heat Pumps Following Fires
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McQuay International, of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 8,800 Remington and McQuay “ComfortPac” Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps. Wires in the heater element can overheat and spark, posing a smoke and fire hazard to consumers.
US Consumer Product Safety Commission Acting Chairman Nancy Nord Applauds House Vote on Landmark Consumer Product Safety Legislation
The Acting Chairman thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing landmark legislation today that finally gives the CPSC the additional tools and resources to address the growing issue of imports and other important product safety issues.
American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 167,000 Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers. The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 480 Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles. A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.
Full Body Safety Harnesses Recalled by Gorilla Due to Fall Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gorilla Inc., of Flushing, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 60,000 Full Body Safety Harnesses. The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death.
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialized Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Specialized Bicycle Helmets. The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.
Deadly Danger: CPSC Urges Parents To Not Place Infants on Air Mattresses The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning families nationwide that air mattresses are too soft for use with sleeping infants. Never place infants to sleep on air mattresses or other soft surfaces (such as water beds and adult beds), which are not specifically designed or safe for infant use.
Venmar Ventilation Inc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators Due to Fire Hazard In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Venmar Ventilation Inc., of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 1,100 Heat Recovery Ventilators. The thermal protector in these units can fail, posing a potential fire hazard to consumers.
AutoZone Recalls Booster Cables Due to Electrical Hazard In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AutoZone Parts Inc., of Memphis, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 140,000 Valucraft Booster Cables. The booster cables clamps were assembled incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses an electrical shock and explosion hazard to consumers.
Shopping Channel HSN Agrees to Pay $875,000 Civil Penalty
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that HSN LP (previously known as Home Shopping Network), of St. Petersburg, Fla., has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $875,000. The civil penalty settles allegations that HSN LP failed to report in a timely manner, as required by federal law, serious injuries and hazards with the Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers.
North American Breaker Co. Recalls Counterfeit Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), North American Breaker Co. Inc. (NABCO), of Burbank, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 50,000 Counterfeit Circuit Breakers. The recalled circuit breakers labeled “Square D” have been determined by Square D to be counterfeit and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
World Dryer Recalls to Repair Hand and Hair Dryers Due to Electric Shock Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), World Dryer Corp., of Berkeley Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 25,000 World Dryer and Bradley Brand Hand and Hair Dryers. Some of the nozzles on these dryers are not grounded. If an electrical component comes into contact with an ungrounded nozzle, it can pose a shock hazard to consumers.
Pressure Cookers Recalled By Manttra Inc. Due to Burn Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Manttra Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 38,250 Pressure Cookers. If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.
Lenox Recalls Covered Warmer Dishes Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lenox Group Inc., of Bristol, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 43,000 Covered Warmer Dishes with Racks. Flames from the tea candle can extend up the sides of the dish. In addition, a label on the bottom of the dish causes excessive smoke when exposed to the flame. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Christmas Candle Sets Recalled By Specialty Merchandise Corp. Due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 13,000 Christmas Candle Sets. The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
DeWALT Recalls Cordless Drills due to Fire Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Md., is voluntarily recalling about 346,000 DEWALT Cordless Drills. The trigger switch of the cordless drill can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
McQuay Recalls Air Conditioners/Heat Pumps Following Fires
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McQuay International, of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 8,800 Remington and McQuay “ComfortPac” Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps. Wires in the heater element can overheat and spark, posing a smoke and fire hazard to consumers.
US Consumer Product Safety Commission Acting Chairman Nancy Nord Applauds House Vote on Landmark Consumer Product Safety Legislation
The Acting Chairman thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing landmark legislation today that finally gives the CPSC the additional tools and resources to address the growing issue of imports and other important product safety issues.
American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 167,000 Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers. The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 480 Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 MXZ X 600 RS Snowmobiles. A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.
Full Body Safety Harnesses Recalled by Gorilla Due to Fall Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gorilla Inc., of Flushing, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 60,000 Full Body Safety Harnesses. The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death.
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialized Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Specialized Bicycle Helmets. The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.
Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts Since Nov. 2, 2007 (fda.gov)
This page (from the US government website http://www.fda.gov/) includes the most significant product actions of the last 60 days, based on the extent of distribution and the degree of health risk. The recalls on the list are mainly Class I. A record of all recalls (Class I, II, and III) can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report. Definitions of Class I, II, and III recalls.
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December 31, 2007
Weis Markets Announces Voluntary Recall of Weis Baker’s Basket 18 Ct Fruit Miniatures and 2 lb Platters of Mini-Fruit Diamonds Due to Undeclared Allergen (Walnuts)
December 29, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Raw Oysters Harvested from the West Karako Bay Section of Growing Area 3 in Louisiana
December 28, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Super Shangai, Strong Testis, Shangai Ultra, Shangai Ultra X, Lady Shangai, and Shangai Regular (also known as Shangai Chaojimengnan)
December 21, 2007
Whole Foods Market Expands Allergy Alert on 365 Organic Everyday Value Swiss Chocolate Bars to All Varieties and Lots
New Era Canning Company Recalls Canned GFS Fancy Blue Lake Cut Green Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
Public Health Advisory: Fentanyl Transdermal System (marketed as Duragesic and generics)
December 20, 2007
Cardinal Health Statement on Alaris Pump Module Worldwide Voluntary Recall
AM2 PAT, Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution USP (5 mL in 12 mL Syringes)
December 19, 2007
Royal Seafood Baza Inc. Recalls Dried Roach (Fish) Due to Possible Health Risk
Top Line Specialty Produce Recalls "Green Paradise" Basil Because of Possible Health Risk
December 18, 2007
FDA Mandates New Warning for Nonoxynol 9 OTC Contraceptive Products
December 15, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Swad Brand Sindoor: Product Contains High Levels of Lead
December 14, 2007
Whole Foods Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in 365 Organic Everyday Value Swiss Milk Chocolate Bar With Rice Crisps
December 13, 2007
Merck Recalls Certain Lots of Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) Vaccine
December 12, 2007
Wegmans Announces Voluntary Recall of 8 oz. Wegmans Bouillabaisse Seafood Sauce
Cedarlane Natural Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Casein in Cedarlane Low Fat Bean Rice and Cheese style Burritos
Kadouri International Foods Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "King Brand Dried Turkish Apricots"
Domega International Ltd., Inc Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "King Chief Brand Dried Kudzu"
FDA Public Health Notification: Patient Burns from Electric Dental Handpieces
Drug Safety Information: Carbamazepine (marketed as Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol and generics)
December 11, 2007
FDA Public Health Notification: Deaths reported following Radio Frequency Ablation of Lung Tumors
December 10, 2007
Back to Nature Foods Company Recalls Ginger Rice Thins Crackers
Frito-Lay Issues Voluntary Recall of 1.5 oz. Bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips in North Texas Due to Undeclared Milk
December 7, 2007
Harry & David Recalls Harry & David Bake Shop Cookie Mixes in Three Flavors: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Cranberry Vanilla Chip for Undeclared Nut, Milk and/or Sulfite Allergens
Trader Joe's Company Voluntarily Recalls 12 oz. Pinjur
Wegmans Announces Voluntary Recall of 14 oz. Wegmans Wreath Kuchen
December 6, 2007
Listeria Contamination in Queso Fresco, Fresh Cheese
December 5, 2007
California Department of Public Health Warns Consumers Not to Drink Metromint Flavored Water
December 4, 2007
San Antonio Company Recalling Mexican Candy
Soma Beverage Recalls Metromint Flavor Water
Prosperity Resources Intl. Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites In "Golden Flower Brand Dried Lily Bulb"
Safety Information: Desmopressin Acetate (marketed as DDAVP Nasal Spray, DDAVP Rhinal Tube, DDAVP, DDVP, Minirin, and Stimate Nasal Spray)
Safety Informaiton: Vail Products Enclosed Bed Systems
December 3, 2007
Stop & Shop Updates Cookie Tray Recall
Blooming Import Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "Golden Lion Brand Dried Hylocereus Undatus Brltt (Dried Natural Herb)"
November 30, 2007
Consumer Alert: Undeclared Eggs in Ranch Peppercorn Cheese Curd
November 29, 2007
Quality Plus Products, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs in Smoked Wild Salmon Spread
November 28, 2007
President Global Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Skim Milk in Uni-President Red Bean Flavor Ice Bars and Red Bean Tapioca Flavor Ice Bars
Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Tennessee Aged Southern Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) and Southern Mild Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) Lot #604
November 27, 2007
Safety Alert on Changes to Prescribing Information for Myfortic Delayed-Release Tablets
November 21, 2007
Bodee LLC, Inc. Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Encore Tabs, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement
Harry & David Recalls Harry and David Moose Munch® Confection Tubs in Two Flavor Combinations: Milk & Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate Macadamia and Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Macadamia Nut for Undeclared Nut Allergen
Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese
Le Gourmet Connection Recalls Jack Cheese
November 20, 2007
Charlemagne Chocolatiers Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Protein in Charlemagne Dark Chocolate Organic Bars
FDA Issues Early Communication for Chantix
November 19, 2007
Blue Planet Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds, Milk and Coconut in Heartland® Brand Graham Pie Crusts
November 16, 2007
Approximately $2 Million of Potentially Harmful "Cosmetic" Eye Product Seized
America True Man Health Incorporated’s Voluntary Recall of its True Man’s Sexual Energy Nutriment Men’s Formula, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement to Enhance Male Sexual Energy has been expanded to include its Energy Max, Dietary Supplement
Updated Recall Information: Thoratec Corporation Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices (IVAD)
November 14, 2007
FDA Adds Boxed Warning for Heart-related Risks to Anti-Diabetes Drug Avandia
November 13, 2007
Coffee Masters, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergens in Chipper Gourmet Foods Biscotti
November 12, 2007
Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc. Issues Recall of Flour Tortillas Due to Possible Health Risk
November 9, 2007
Napastyle Recalls Romano Pitchers and Tumblers Because of Possible Health Risk
November 8, 2007
FDA Strengthens Boxed Warnings, Approves Other Safety Labeling Changes for Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESAs)
Kroger Light Caesar Salad Dressing Is Being Recalled
November 5, 2007
FDA Requests Marketing Suspension of Trasylol
November 2, 2007
FDA Requests Recall of 'True Man Sexual Energy,' 'Energy Max' Dietary Supplements
The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because of Possible Health Risk
Welch Allyn AED 10 Automatic External Defibrillators Recall
Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts Archive
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December 31, 2007
Weis Markets Announces Voluntary Recall of Weis Baker’s Basket 18 Ct Fruit Miniatures and 2 lb Platters of Mini-Fruit Diamonds Due to Undeclared Allergen (Walnuts)
December 29, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Raw Oysters Harvested from the West Karako Bay Section of Growing Area 3 in Louisiana
December 28, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Super Shangai, Strong Testis, Shangai Ultra, Shangai Ultra X, Lady Shangai, and Shangai Regular (also known as Shangai Chaojimengnan)
December 21, 2007
Whole Foods Market Expands Allergy Alert on 365 Organic Everyday Value Swiss Chocolate Bars to All Varieties and Lots
New Era Canning Company Recalls Canned GFS Fancy Blue Lake Cut Green Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
Public Health Advisory: Fentanyl Transdermal System (marketed as Duragesic and generics)
December 20, 2007
Cardinal Health Statement on Alaris Pump Module Worldwide Voluntary Recall
AM2 PAT, Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution USP (5 mL in 12 mL Syringes)
December 19, 2007
Royal Seafood Baza Inc. Recalls Dried Roach (Fish) Due to Possible Health Risk
Top Line Specialty Produce Recalls "Green Paradise" Basil Because of Possible Health Risk
December 18, 2007
FDA Mandates New Warning for Nonoxynol 9 OTC Contraceptive Products
December 15, 2007
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Swad Brand Sindoor: Product Contains High Levels of Lead
December 14, 2007
Whole Foods Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in 365 Organic Everyday Value Swiss Milk Chocolate Bar With Rice Crisps
December 13, 2007
Merck Recalls Certain Lots of Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) Vaccine
December 12, 2007
Wegmans Announces Voluntary Recall of 8 oz. Wegmans Bouillabaisse Seafood Sauce
Cedarlane Natural Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Casein in Cedarlane Low Fat Bean Rice and Cheese style Burritos
Kadouri International Foods Inc. Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "King Brand Dried Turkish Apricots"
Domega International Ltd., Inc Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "King Chief Brand Dried Kudzu"
FDA Public Health Notification: Patient Burns from Electric Dental Handpieces
Drug Safety Information: Carbamazepine (marketed as Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol and generics)
December 11, 2007
FDA Public Health Notification: Deaths reported following Radio Frequency Ablation of Lung Tumors
December 10, 2007
Back to Nature Foods Company Recalls Ginger Rice Thins Crackers
Frito-Lay Issues Voluntary Recall of 1.5 oz. Bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips in North Texas Due to Undeclared Milk
December 7, 2007
Harry & David Recalls Harry & David Bake Shop Cookie Mixes in Three Flavors: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Cranberry Vanilla Chip for Undeclared Nut, Milk and/or Sulfite Allergens
Trader Joe's Company Voluntarily Recalls 12 oz. Pinjur
Wegmans Announces Voluntary Recall of 14 oz. Wegmans Wreath Kuchen
December 6, 2007
Listeria Contamination in Queso Fresco, Fresh Cheese
December 5, 2007
California Department of Public Health Warns Consumers Not to Drink Metromint Flavored Water
December 4, 2007
San Antonio Company Recalling Mexican Candy
Soma Beverage Recalls Metromint Flavor Water
Prosperity Resources Intl. Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites In "Golden Flower Brand Dried Lily Bulb"
Safety Information: Desmopressin Acetate (marketed as DDAVP Nasal Spray, DDAVP Rhinal Tube, DDAVP, DDVP, Minirin, and Stimate Nasal Spray)
Safety Informaiton: Vail Products Enclosed Bed Systems
December 3, 2007
Stop & Shop Updates Cookie Tray Recall
Blooming Import Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in "Golden Lion Brand Dried Hylocereus Undatus Brltt (Dried Natural Herb)"
November 30, 2007
Consumer Alert: Undeclared Eggs in Ranch Peppercorn Cheese Curd
November 29, 2007
Quality Plus Products, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs in Smoked Wild Salmon Spread
November 28, 2007
President Global Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Skim Milk in Uni-President Red Bean Flavor Ice Bars and Red Bean Tapioca Flavor Ice Bars
Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Tennessee Aged Southern Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) and Southern Mild Cheddar Cheese (Yellow) Lot #604
November 27, 2007
Safety Alert on Changes to Prescribing Information for Myfortic Delayed-Release Tablets
November 21, 2007
Bodee LLC, Inc. Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Encore Tabs, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement
Harry & David Recalls Harry and David Moose Munch® Confection Tubs in Two Flavor Combinations: Milk & Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate Macadamia and Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Macadamia Nut for Undeclared Nut Allergen
Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese
Le Gourmet Connection Recalls Jack Cheese
November 20, 2007
Charlemagne Chocolatiers Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Protein in Charlemagne Dark Chocolate Organic Bars
FDA Issues Early Communication for Chantix
November 19, 2007
Blue Planet Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds, Milk and Coconut in Heartland® Brand Graham Pie Crusts
November 16, 2007
Approximately $2 Million of Potentially Harmful "Cosmetic" Eye Product Seized
America True Man Health Incorporated’s Voluntary Recall of its True Man’s Sexual Energy Nutriment Men’s Formula, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement to Enhance Male Sexual Energy has been expanded to include its Energy Max, Dietary Supplement
Updated Recall Information: Thoratec Corporation Implantable Ventricular Assist Devices (IVAD)
November 14, 2007
FDA Adds Boxed Warning for Heart-related Risks to Anti-Diabetes Drug Avandia
November 13, 2007
Coffee Masters, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergens in Chipper Gourmet Foods Biscotti
November 12, 2007
Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc. Issues Recall of Flour Tortillas Due to Possible Health Risk
November 9, 2007
Napastyle Recalls Romano Pitchers and Tumblers Because of Possible Health Risk
November 8, 2007
FDA Strengthens Boxed Warnings, Approves Other Safety Labeling Changes for Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESAs)
Kroger Light Caesar Salad Dressing Is Being Recalled
November 5, 2007
FDA Requests Marketing Suspension of Trasylol
November 2, 2007
FDA Requests Recall of 'True Man Sexual Energy,' 'Energy Max' Dietary Supplements
The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because of Possible Health Risk
Welch Allyn AED 10 Automatic External Defibrillators Recall
Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts Archive
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