Category: Health News
Fresh Vegetable Trays Recalled in 11 States for Listeria Risk
Russ Davis Wholesale recalled a variety of mixed fresh vegetable products that were sold in 11 states under the Crazy Fresh® or Quick & Easy® brands due to a risk of Listeria contamination.
Pressure Cooker Explosion Burns 2-Year-Old Girl in Virginia
A 2-year-old girl was severely burned by a pressure cooker that exploded on Halloween night.
Deadly Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Ground Beef
At least one person has died in an outbreak of Salmonella after eating ground beef, but health officials have not identified a source.
Common Vitamins May Interfere With Lab Test Results
Biotin (vitamin B7) in multivitamins, prenatals, and supplements for hair, skin, and nails can interfere with lab test results for heart attacks, hormone levels, and other serious health conditions.
Aldi and Raley’s Frozen Raspberries Recalled for Hepatitis A Risk
Wawona Frozen Food recalled Aldi and Raley's store-brand frozen raspberries and frozen berry mixes containing raspberries due to a risk of contamination with Hepatitis A.
Over 100 Vegetable Products Recalled for Listeria Risk
More than 100 vegetable products were recalled due to a risk of Listeria, including brand-names such as Mann's, Del Monte, HEB, Trader Joe's, Kroger, Signature Farms, O Organics, Marketside, and more.
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.
Michigan Apples Recalled in Eight States Due to Listeria Risk
Michigan apples were recalled in 8 states due to a risk of Listeria contamination.
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.