Category: Health News
IVC Filter Vein Perforation Lawsuit Filed Against Cook Medical
A lawsuit has been filed against Cook Medical by a woman from West Virginia who suffered a vein perforation less than 4 months after the Celect® IVC filter was implanted in her body.
Jessica Alba’s “Honest Company” Recalls Baby Wipes for Mold Contamination
Actress Jessica Alba's company, Honest, has issued a recall for diaper wipes because they may be contaminated with mold.
Breast Cancer Survivor Develops Lymphoma From Implants
A breast cancer survivor from Missouri who had a double mastectomy was recently re-diagnosed with cancer as a result of the silicone breast implants that were used in her reconstructive surgery.
Marcho Farms Recalls Cases of Veal, Beef, Pork for E. Coli Risk
Marcho Farms, Inc., a meat company in Souderton, Pennsylvania, has recalled approximately 5,600 pounds of boneless veal and ground veal, beef, and pork products due to a possible risk of E. coli.
Horton Fruit Co. Recalls Bagged Spinach for Listeria Risk
A recall was issued for certain ready-to-eat bagged spinach products that may be contaminated with Listeria, including certain Harris Teeter Farmer's Market Spinach and PEAK Fresh Curly Leaf Spinach.
Traditions Frozen Entrées With Waffles Recalled for Listeria
The massive nationwide recall for frozen waffles has expanded to include Traditions-brand frozen entrées, as well as frozen Aunt Jemima products and Save-A-Lot Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches.
Frozen Burritos Recalled Over Listeria Fears, Company Relocates
A company in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is recalling more than 250,000 pounds of frozen burritos in 4 states because they may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness.
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.
Publix Recalls Artichoke and Spinach Dip Over Potential Glass Contamination
The supermarket chain Publix is recalling an Artichoke and Spinach Dip product because it may contain small glass shards which could result in severe injury or even death if swallowed.
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.