Water Pik Recalls Nearly 4,000 Electric Toothbrushes Over Burn, Fire Risks
Water Pik, Inc., has issued a nationwide recall for 3,800 of its Sonic-Fusion flossing toothbrushes over concerns the charging base could overheat, potentially causing a fire.
FDA Joins 22 Countries in Banning Heart Drug Linked to Cancer
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the nationwide recall of Valsartan, a medicine used to control blood pressure and prevent heart failure, after it was found to contain a chemical linked to an increased risk for cancer.
McDonald’s Salads Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak
At least 61 people in 7 states were infected with the Cyclospora parasite after eating salads from McDonald's restaurants.
$4.7 Billion Awarded in Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuit
A jury in St. Louis ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $4.7 billion to 22 women who claim that baby powder caused their ovarian cancer.
Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Linked to 100 Salmonella Illnesses: CDC Update
Kellogg's Honey Smacks cereal has been linked to at least 100 cases of salmonella infection (salmonellosis) in 33 U.S. states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned on Thursday.
Oregon Company Recalls Pet Food in Rare E. coli / Listeria Combo Outbreak
Radagast Pet Food Inc. has issued a nationwide recall for 3 lots of cat food that may contain E. coli bacteria, and one which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Friday.
Judge Allows Hundreds of Roundup Lawsuits to Proceed
A judge allowed hundreds of lawsuits to move forward against Monsanto for allegedly downplaying the cancer risk of Roundup.
Rollerblade Helmets Recalled for Injury Hazard
Helmets R Us, of Tacoma, Washington, and Rollerblade USA LLC recalled about 9,700 Rollerblade® helmets due to a risk of head injury.
Heart Drug Recalled in 22 Countries after Cancer Risk Identified
A widely-prescribed medicine used to regulate critical aspects of the heart’s function is being recalled in 22 countries after it was found that one of its active ingredients may increase the risk for cancer, according to the European Medicines Agency...