Month: December 2017
Michigan Grower Recalls Apples for Listeria Contamination
A Sparta, Michigan-based company is recalling 4 types of apples sold at Aldi and Kroger supermarkets because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness.
$22 Million Awarded in Talc Mesothelioma Lawsuit
A jury in California has awarded over $22 million to the family of a man who died of mesothelioma they say was caused by exposure to asbestos in talcum powder.
Pre-Sliced Nova Salmon Recalled for Listeria Risk
Springfield Smoked Fish of Springfield, Missouri, has issued a recall for 1-lb. packages of "Pre-Sliced Nova Salmon" due to the risk of food poisoning with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes.
Ready-to-Eat Salami Products Recalled Over Salmonella Fears
A Canadian firm is recalling about 1,076 pounds of salami and speck products that were shipped to distribution centers in Michigan, California, Illinois, New Jersey and New York because they may be tainted with salmonella, a bacterium that causes severe...
Casa Sanchez Recalls Guacamole for Listeria Risk
Casa Sanchez Foods, of Hayward, California, is recalling all "Real Guacamole" and "Spicy Guacamole" after positive test results for Listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous food poisoning bacteria.
Ford Detects Legionella Bacteria at Claycomo Factory
Ford has detected Legionella bacteria in the cooling towers of a factory after a worker was hospitalized with Legionnaires' disease.
Cell Phone Use Linked to New Health Risks
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is warning consumers to limit use of their cell phones and keep the devices away from their heads while they sleep.
Goya de Puerto Rico Recalls Adobo for Salmonella Risk
Goya de Puerto Rico has recalled jars of adobo with cumin or pepper seasonings due to a risk of contamination with Salmonella.
Safety Tips for Holiday Decorating this Season
Here are a few tips on how to stay safe when you decorate your home this holiday season.
Dog Food Recalled Over Salmonella Contamination; Pet Owners Also at Risk of Infection
Darwin’s Natural Pet Products is recalling certain lots of its Natural Selections raw dog food due to potential contamination with salmonella, a bacterium that causes severe illness in both humans and pets.