FDA Warns Against Failed Medical Device
The Food and Drug Administration is warning patients against using Medtronic pumps because they may fail to deliver drugs, according to news sources. The specific drug pumps are used to administer drugs to treat chronic pains and spasms, among other conditions. The defective issue is caused by a film that forms over the battery. The… read more
VW Recalls Exhaust Pipe Over Burn Hazard
Volkswagen, in cooperation with the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, has announced a recall for some 2011-2012 Jettas due to a burn hazard, according to news reports. About 30,300 Jettas are subject to the recall, which is in relation to steel tips that were installed on certain vehicles’ exhaust pipes when they were imported into… read more
Honda Pilot Recalled Over Seat Belt Issue
Honda announced today that they will recall 310,773 of their Pilot model vehicles to reevaluate the seat belt stitching, according to news sources. The models subject to recall are from the 2009-2011 model years. The recall is limited to those sold in the United States. The issue is with the driver and front-passenger seat belts…. read more
Tailgating Tips to Prevent Foodborn Illness
As you prepare for weekend football games and tailgates, keep these tips in mind to keep food contamination violations to a minimum: Illegal use of hands: Wash your hands before and after eating food. Because finger foods are often tailgate fare, it’s important you provide your guests with sanitizing napkins (unless a sink is available… read more
Pottery Barn Doll Poses Strangulation Hazard
A soft doll, distributed by Pottery Barn Kids has been recalled by the company in cooperation with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission after reports that it could be a strangulation hazard, according to news sources. The products subject to recall are the Chloe, Sophie, and Audrey soft dolls, of the Pottery Barn Kids’… read more
Hair Straightening Product Causes Illness
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to a hair straightening product manufacturer who claims its product is formaldehyde-free, after FDA tests showed high levels of the known carcinogen, according to news sources. The product, Brazilian Blowout, is a smoothing liquid that is distributed by a North Hollywood, California firm. The treatment in… read more
Ibuprofen Linked to Early Miscarriage
A study which analyzed women who took ibuprofen early in their pregnancy found that that particular drug use can more than double a woman’s risk of an early miscarriage, according to recent reports. The study, carried out by the University of Montreal in Canada and the Ecole Nationale de la Statistique et de l’Analyse de… read more
Consumers Look to Raise Window Blind Safety Standards
According to news reports, recent talks to revise window blind industry standards are not up to the expectations of many advocates. The task force discussing the revisions is comprised of manufacturers, federal regulators, and consumer safety advocates, totaling about 30 individuals. The panel, which was created a year ago by the Consumer Product Safety Commission,… read more
FDA to Review Fosamax
On Friday, September 9, two panels of the United States Food and Drug Administration will meet to discuss the drug Fosamax and its long term use, and whether the drug should have time restrictions placed on its usage, requiring users to stop using it for certain lengths of time during treatment, according to news reports…. read more
Cosmetic Product Contains Dangerous Mercury Levels
A skin-lightening cream from Mexico contained 8% mercury, compared to the FDA limit of 1 part per million, according to a recent news article. The FDA allows for 1 part per million when it comes to mercury, and 8% is much higher than that. The cream is called Aguamary and is used to lighten the… read more
Maserati Issues Recall for 56 Vehicles
Ferrari Maserati Car Sales and Service has announced a recall for 56 imported Maserati vehicles in Shanghai, China, due to a faulty track bar. The vehicles subject to recall are the Quattroporte models and the GranTurismo models made between July 3, 2008 and September 30, 2008, according to news reports. Thirty-seven Quattroporte models and 19… read more
Woolworth’s Recalls Hot Water Bottles Over Burn Hazard
After receiving several customer complaints, Woolworths Holdings has removed the hot water bottles they’ve been selling since April 2011 from their shelves, according to news sources. The complaints are regarding a leaking issue with the hot water bottles. One customer was injured and several others returned the product. According to Woolworths director of clothing and… read more
