Ethicon Recalls Echelon Flex Staplers After Death Reported
Ethicon has announced a Class I recall for Echelon Flex™ Endopath® surgical staplers because they may fail to completely form staples.
IVC Filter Trial Ends in $33 Million Jury Verdict in Philadelphia
A jury in Philadelphia has ordered Rex Medical to pay $33 million to a woman who was injured by an Option® retrievable vena cava filter.
Michaels Recalls Tassel Keychain Power Banks for Fire Hazard
Michaels recalled 14,000 tassel keychain power banks because the lithium-ion batteries can catch on fire.
Xanax Recalled Due to Foreign Substance and Infection Risk
Mylan Pharmaceuticals recalled one lot of Xanax (0.5 mg) because it may contain a "foreign substance" that could cause an infection.
Zantac® and Ranitidine Heartburn Pills Recalled for Cancer Risk
More drug-makers have recalled prescription-strength and over-the-counter Zantac® and generic ranitidine heartburn pills, including stores like Walgreens, Walmart, CVS, Target, and Kroger.
Lawsuit Blames Doctor’s Fiery Death on Tesla Door Handles
A lawsuit blames the death of a Florida doctor on the inaccessible door handles of the Tesla Model S, which render the car a "death trap" if the batteries catch on fire after an accident.
Walmart Recalls 6,000 Pounds of Sausage Patties for Salmonella Risk
Over 6,000 pounds of Walmart's Great Value® frozen turkey patties and pork sausage patties were recalled due to a risk of Salmonella contamination.
Over 50,000 School Buses Recalled for Safety Hazard
More than 50,000 Thomas Built school buses were recalled because the seat backs do not have enough material to absorb an impact in a crash, which increases the risk of a child suffering a knee injury.