Bad Ink? You Might Want to Rethink That Tattoo
Federal safety officials are updating consumers on the risks of getting a tattoo after hundreds of infections, allergic reactions, and other injuries were reported. Some side effects may not appear for years.
Trader Joe’s Recalls Chocolate Mochi for Peanut Allergy Risk
Trader Joe's recalled a single lot of Mikawaya Chocolate Mochi Ice Cream because it may contain peanuts, an ingredient that is not on the label. People who bought this product should return it for a refund.
Heart Attack Risk Up 50% in 1st Week of Taking Painkillers
New research has found that painkillers like Advil, Motrin, and Aleve may increase the risk of heart attack by 20-50% in the first 7 days, with higher doses and longer treatment associated with higher risks.
Lawsuit Filed Over Horrific Lamictal Skin Rash
A woman from Georgia who took the drug Lamictal (lamotrigine) has filed a lawsuit after suffering a devastating allergic reaction that causes the top layer of skin to peel off like being "burned from the inside out."
Smallbatch Raw Organic Pet Food Recalled for Salmonella Risk
Smallbatch Pets Inc., a pet food company in Portland, Oregon, has recalled frozen 2-pound bags of raw organic "Chicken Blend for Dogs and Cats" after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Combi Stroller Car Seat Recalled for Fall Hazard
Combi USA has recalled about 1,000 Shuttle stroller and car seat systems because the car seat can fall off the stroller and injure a child.
Star Wars AT-AT Walker Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard
May the fourth be with you. Transport Canada is celebrating May 4th, Star Wars Day, with a spoof recall for the Imperial AT-AT Walker. No word yet on R2 Units with bad Motivators or Death Stars with vulnerable exhaust ports.
HoMedics Massagers Recalled for Burn Hazard
HoMedics recalled over 400,000 handheld massagers after over a dozen people were burned and 140 reports of sparks, smoking, or shooting out flames where the power cord broke and exposed wires.
LayZ Board Hoverboard Caused Deadly Fire in Pennsylvania
Safety officials confirm that a LayZ Board hoverboard caused a tragic house fire on March 10, 2017 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, which took the lives of two young girls.
$20 Million Awarded in TVT-Secur Vaginal Mesh Lawsuit
A woman from New Jersey who was left in chronic pain when her transvaginal mesh implant eroded into her body was awarded $20 million by a jury in Philadelphia. Three more trials are set for the next 2 months in...