2012

Following weeks of reports about a meningitis outbreak affecting states across the entire country, the Food and Drug Administration is now reporting that the facility responsible may indeed have suffered from conditions that might constitute a potential regulatory violation. This information was confirmed by way of a 483 form, which is filed by FDA investigators… read more

The possibility that products could contain allergens without the labels detailing as much has led to the recall of said items. Numerous items are affected by the recall that was initiated by Tropical Valley Foods, and each product is a type of Trail Mix, Dark Chocolate, or Organic Dark Chocolate.  In the case of the… read more

Halloween draws ever closer, and it’s highly likely that your child has his or her costume and route already planned out.  But as a parent, you can never be too careful on this holiday.  Consumer Reports has released information pertaining to how to prevent a child from suffering an allergic reaction or an asthma episode… read more

Thousands of automobiles are being recalled because of the safety threat that they could pose to consumers. 7-Series vehicles of the 2005 through 2007 model years produced between August 23, 2004 and September 3, 2007 are affected by the recall, which was announced by BMW of North America.  Each affected vehicle contains Soft Close Automatic… read more

Kroger grocery stores will no longer carry sprouts due to the risk that the items could potentially pose to consumers.  That means that 2,425 stores will no longer keep the item in stock.  In coming to their decision, Kroger cites the difficulty in ensuring the safety of sprouts.  Germs can pile up within the seeds,… read more

An editorial out of New Jersey stresses the importance of not driving while distracted come Halloween time.  Although the activity is dangerous at any time of the year, the threat becomes even more readily apparent when you know that loads of kids will be out and about in a low visibility environment.  Pedestrians, children included,… read more

Earlier this week, Fresno State hosted the AwareTXT Texting and Driving Simulator put forth by AT & T.  A Fiat was on hand for students who sought to learn more about the threat posed when a driver texts behind the wheel.  The event came on the heels of Alcohol Awareness Week, which attempted to enlighten… read more

Recently, we brought you tips from the Southern California Gas company about what to do should an earthquake compromise your gas utilities.  But even when an earthquake isn’t on the horizon, it’s important to understand the proper safety procedures to take in regards to the gas appliances in your home.  With winter on the way,… read more

A medical device company is making it known that one of their products needs to be corrected in order to be able to ensure that the item works properly. The item requiring the correction is the Samaritan 300/300P PAD public access defibrillator, and the announcement was made by HeartSine Technologies.  Affected units were produced between… read more

A dietary supplement company that allegedly failed to meet requirements set forth by the Food and Drug Administration will halt production until such time that safety can be ensured. The company being targeted by the safety organization is the Hauppage, New York-based Venus Pharmaceuticals International.  Not long ago, the FDA conducted inspections of their facility… read more

The Food and Drug Administration is attempting to warn parents about the danger presented to unwitting children by nasal sprays and over the counter eye drops. These products can easily be swallowed by children if they are left out where a kid could easily get ahold of them.  The threat comes in the form of… read more

An item meant to be used by cyclists is being recalled due to the danger it could pose to those same persons. Bike wheel rim tape with the number 700X18 A/V is the subject of the recall, which was announced by the Las Vegas, Nevada-based FLO Cycling LLC.  This yellow tape was actually given away… read more