Sheraton Atlanta Hotel Linked to Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak
The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel remains closed after officials in Georgia reported 1 death and an outbreak of 61 probable cases of Legionnaires' disease.
Allergan Recalls Textured Breast Implants in U.S. Due to Cancer Risk
In a major reversal, the FDA has asked Allergan to recall BIOCELL® textured breast implants in the U.S. after finding 24 more deaths and a 6-fold increased risk of ALCL, a rare but potentially deadly cancer.
Walmart Baby Formula Recalled Over Concerns of Metal Pieces
Baby formula sold at Walmart is being recalled because it may be contaminated with pieces of metal.
Canada Bans Allergan’s Textured Breast Implants Due to Cancer Risks
Allergan has recalled all textured breast implants in Canada after dozens of women developed a rare cancer called Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALCL).
Kids II Recalls Rocking Sleepers After 5 Baby Deaths
Kids II recalled all models of Rocking Sleepers after at least 5 babies suffocated to death.
ALDI Flour Recalled After 17 People Sick in E. Coli Outbreak
ALDI recalled all 5-pound bags of Baker's Corner All-Purpose Flour after 17 people were sickened in an outbreak of E. coli.
$3 Million Awarded in IVC Filter Trial in Indiana
A jury in Indiana has awarded $3 million in compensation to a woman who was injured by an IVC filter manufactured by Cook Medical.
Government Shutdown Stops Most Food Safety Inspections
Food safety inspections have been sharply reduced as hundreds of food safety inspectors are furloughed during the government shutdown.
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.
Farm Linked to Lettuce E. Coli Outbreak Recalls Cauliflower
A farm in California that was linked to an outbreak of E.coli from romaine lettuce is now recalling cauliflower, red leaf lettuce, and green leaf lettuce.