RECALL: Depression medication Mirtazapine recalled due to label error on declared strength
One lot of Mirtazapine tablets, used to treat major depressive disorder, was recalled due to a label error on its declared strength.
One lot of Mirtazapine tablets, used to treat major depressive disorder, was recalled due to a label error on its declared strength.
Ibuprofen drops recalled in 2019, 2018 have expired, but can still be returned, company says
Editor’s Note: There was no new expansion of the recall in December 2019, as a previous version of this story suggested. The original expansion of the recall was in January 2019, and the first recall was in November 2018. All six lots affected by the recall have expired, with the latest expiration date being in December 2019. Consumers who previously purchased any of the six lots recalled (listed here) are still welcome to request a refund from Tris Pharma, Inc. The company said there is no deadline to do this, emphasizing that none of the six lots should be consumed due to expiration dates. Tris Pharma, Inc. also said Thursday that none of the six lots were on the shelves since last January’s expansion of the recall. All ibuprofen drops on the market and shelves now are safe and within the recommended dose, the company said.
Editor’s Note: There was no new expansion of the recall in December 2019, as a previous version of this story suggested. The original expansion of the recall was in January 2019, and the first recall was in November 2018. All six lots affected by the recall have expired, with the latest expiration date being in December 2019. Consumers who previously purchased any of the six lots recalled (listed here) are still welcome to request a refund from Tris Pharma, Inc. The company said there is no deadline to do this, emphasizing that none of the six lots should be consumed due to expiration dates. Tris Pharma, Inc. also said Thursday that none of the six lots were on the shelves since last January’s expansion of the recall. All ibuprofen drops on the market and shelves now are safe and within the recommended dose, the company said.
RECALL: Trader Joe’s recalls egg white salad, potato salad over Listeria concerns
Trader Joe’s has recalled two salad products amid concerns over a risk of Listeria monocytogenes, the company said in an announcement Monday.
Trader Joe’s has recalled two salad products amid concerns over a risk of Listeria monocytogenes, the company said in an announcement Monday.
CDC: Foodborne illnesses are on the rise — these are the most common causes
Foodborne illnesses were on the rise in 2018, according to a new report from the CDC
Foodborne illnesses were on the rise in 2018, according to a new report from the CDC
FDA: Smoked salmon recalled for potential listeria contamination
The recalled products were distributed in 11 states, including Florida.
The recalled products were distributed in 11 states, including Florida.
55,000 pounds of frozen breakfast burritos recalled for possible plastic contamination
The affected product, called El Monterey Signature Burrito Egg, Sausage & Cheese, was shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The affected product, called El Monterey Signature Burrito Egg, Sausage & Cheese, was shipped to retail locations nationwide.
CDC: Outbreak of E. coli infections linked to some Fresh Express salad kits
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and public health and regulatory officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections that have been linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kit, and the CDC is urging anyone who may have purchased one of the salad kits to throw it away.
White Castle frozen burgers, cheeseburgers recalled over listeria concerns
White Castle has issued a recall for select frozen products sold at select retailers over concerns that they may be contaminated with listeria.
White Castle has issued a recall for select frozen products sold at select retailers over concerns that they may be contaminated with listeria.
Deadly defect found in another version of Takata air bags
Takata has discovered a new problem with its air bags that has led to at least one death.
Takata has discovered a new problem with its air bags that has led to at least one death.
More than 100 infected in E. coli outbreak tied to California romaine lettuce
Federal health officials have updated a food safety alert regarding an E. coli outbreak linked to a romaine lettuce harvest in California that has now reportedly infected 102 people in 23 states.
Federal health officials have updated a food safety alert regarding an E. coli outbreak linked to a romaine lettuce harvest in California that has now reportedly infected 102 people in 23 states.
Fuji recalls sushi sold at Trader Joe’s, 7 Eleven over listeria concerns
Fuji Food Products, Inc. has announced a recall of its ready-to-eat sushi.
Fuji Food Products, Inc. has announced a recall of its ready-to-eat sushi.
20,000 counterfeit Oral-B toothbrush heads from China seized
Counterfeit brush heads are manufactured in unsanitary facilities with substandard materials that may sicken users or cause bleeding to a user’s gums or mouth, and structural defects may cause the brush head to detach and potentially choke users.
Counterfeit brush heads are manufactured in unsanitary facilities with substandard materials that may sicken users or cause bleeding to a user’s gums or mouth, and structural defects may cause the brush head to detach and potentially choke users.
E. coli cases from romaine lettuce grown in California more than double, kidney failure reported
Of the total number of cases, the CDC said that 39 people have been hospitalized and six people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. No deaths have been reported.
Of the total number of cases, the CDC said that 39 people have been hospitalized and six people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. No deaths have been reported.
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods continued selling products that were recalled, federal agency warns
T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods continue to sell at least 19 items that were recalled as far back as 2014 and customers need to be aware, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced.
T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods continue to sell at least 19 items that were recalled as far back as 2014 and customers need to be aware, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced.
Lettuce recall may impact your Thanksgiving feast
There have been 40 cases in 16 states connected to this recall, with 28 people having to go to the hospital in connection with the recall.
There have been 40 cases in 16 states connected to this recall, with 28 people having to go to the hospital in connection with the recall.
As Thanksgiving approaches, beware these recent food recalls
As Thanksgiving approaches, the FDA, CDC and USDA are warning shoppers about a string of recent food recalls to be weary of as they prep for the holiday.
As Thanksgiving approaches, the FDA, CDC and USDA are warning shoppers about a string of recent food recalls to be weary of as they prep for the holiday.
More than 500K pounds of raw pork recalled after business failed to inspect them for 2 years
More than half a million pounds of raw pork products were recalled after an anonymous tipster said the items were not federally inspected for two years.
More than half a million pounds of raw pork products were recalled after an anonymous tipster said the items were not federally inspected for two years.
Target joins Walmart in tainted-lettuce recall as Thanksgiving nears
Stores across the U.S. have recalled salad products that originated in California after federal agencies warned they may be tainted with E. coli bacteria.
Stores across the U.S. have recalled salad products that originated in California after federal agencies warned they may be tainted with E. coli bacteria.
Recall Alert: 86 tons of chicken fried rice may have plastic bits in it
A Mississippi company -- Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. -- is recalling more than 86 tons of chicken fried rice that may contain bits of plastic.
A Mississippi company -- Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. -- is recalling more than 86 tons of chicken fried rice that may contain bits of plastic.
Recall: Cheese Nips warns of possible plastic contamination in some boxes of snack
Check your cabinets, your Cheese Nips may need to be thrown out.
Check your cabinets, your Cheese Nips may need to be thrown out.