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Last year, a fungal meningitis outbreak claimed the lives of numerous citizens from around the country and compromised the safety and health of many more.  The Food and Drug Administration ratcheted up their compounding pharmacy regulatory efforts as a result, conducting a series of inspections that even led to 14 recalls.  These were issued due… read more

A new report finds the Food and Drug Administration talking up the efforts of those personnel responsible for ensuring the safety of products incoming from Latin America.  The agency points out that many of the items which we interact with on a daily basis will have at least some ingredients imported from a Latin American… read more

Recently, a Hepatitis A outbreak in a handful of states across the country led to the launch of an investigation by the Food and Drug Administration, various local agencies, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  By last Thursday, 127 people had reportedly become ill after consuming an Organic Antioxidant Blend product from Townsend… read more

At the end of last week, police in the city of Chula Vista sought to crack down on drivers using their cellphones at the wheel.  As a result of the six hour operation this past Friday, 40 persons found themselves on the receiving end of a ticket for distracted driving.  One additional driver pulled over… read more

The possible inclusion of small pieces of glass within the product has led to the recall of Benztropine Mesylate Injection in 2 mg/mL single dose vials.  Fresenius Kabi USA announced the recall, which affects four lots of product (030712, 071212, 090512, and 111412).  Although no one has reported experiencing any type of adversity at this… read more

The Hyundai Motor Company has announced the recall of Azera vehicles of the 2012 and 2013 model years.  Around 5,200 vehicles are encompassed within the scope of the recall, which was issued upon discovery that the occupant detection system could potentially not discern what type of passenger is riding shotgun.  Thus, the force of the… read more

We’re but a few days removed from Independence Day, and firework usage will thus increase dramatically in the next couple of days in California and the rest of the country.  And although the threat of a wildfire always exist around areas susceptible to such tragic circumstances, persons lighting off fireworks also have to be cognizant… read more

If there were any people out there who were still in doubt as to the serious danger posed to pets and children by a hot car, then a new video is hopefully enough to prove that the threat is very real indeed. A veterinarian posted the video in a bid to show what happens when… read more

Californians planning to use Independence Day as an excuse for a four-day weekend trip to Reno be warned:  police are going to be on the lookout for intoxicated persons at the wheel. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and the Police Departments of Reno and Sparks are teaming up for the effort, which is a component… read more

Much of the country is still reeling from a heatwave that led to near record breaking temperatures in some areas, including Death Valley, where the temperature reached 130!  In the midst of such heat, it’s important that you do what’s necessary to protect yourself and loved ones.  The American Red Cross explains how in a… read more

The Fairview, Oregon-based Townsend Farms is recalling additional products due to continued worries about the possible presence of Hepatitis A.  This updated recall alert pertains to three pound bags of Organic Antioxidant Blend that have a Best By date code ranging from T122114 through T053115.  The Food and Drug Administration has been investigating reports of… read more

Isuzu N-Series and FFR trucks and Chevy and GMC WT5500 and W-Series trucks of various model years ranging from 2001 through 2013 are being recalled by Isuzu.  Each of the 1,774 or so affected vehicles will have an oil pan heater that can accumulate debris in the area where the extension cord meets the heater… read more