Month: January 2019
Bayer Facing Over 18,000 Essure Lawsuits
Bayer is facing lawsuits from over 18,000 women who were injured by Essure, a controversial birth control implant that is linked to severe side effects.
Bauer’s Candies Recalled for Hepatitis A Risk
The FDA is warning consumers about a possible health risk from certain Bauer’s Candies after a worker tested positive for Hepatitis A.
Ford F-150 Recall to Begin: Here’s What You Need to Know
Ford is scheduled to begin its long-awaited recall of more than 400,00 F-150 pickup trucks this week, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Losartan Recall Expanded for Cancer-Causing Impurity
A recent recall for the generic blood pressure medication Losartan has been expanded because it may contain a cancer-causing impurity.
Red Hots Recalled for Metal Contamination
An Alabama firm is recalling more than 11,000 pounds of chicken and pork sausages that may be contaminated with tiny metal pieces, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced.
Hy-Vee Recalls Cheesecake for Salmonella Risk
Hy-Vee recalled dozens of types of cheesecake sold at stores in 8 states because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Lubrisine Eye Drops Recalled for Infection Risk
Lubrisine Eye Drops were recalled after an inspection discovered problems with sterility and manufacturing processes.
Pelosi Elected U.S. Speaker of House for 2019-2020
Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) on Thursday was elected as the new Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, as the Democratic Party seized control of the chamber following the November election.
Organic Sunflower Butter, Tahini Butter Recalled for Listeria Risk
Oskri Organics Corp. of Lake Mills, Wisconsin, has recalled organic tahini butter and sunflower butter after a random test of one of the products was positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The test was conducted by an unnamed “customer,” which notified Oskri...