Category: Health News
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.
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.
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."
Pepsi Recalled for Potential Metal Contamination
PepsiCo has issued a recall for certain 16.9-ounce bottles of Pepsi-Cola that sold in Michigan earlier this year after consumers reported a “metallic taste.”
Lawsuit Filed Over Broken IVC Filter in Lungs, Heart
A lawsuit has been filed by a man who was seriously injured when a G2® IVC filter became embedded in his vein, fractured, sent broken pieces to his heart and lungs, and was impossible to remove.
Deer Antler Tea Recalled After 2 Sickened in California
California health officials are warning about a deer antler tea made by a Los Angeles-based company after two people became severely ill after consuming the product.