Infant Sleep Positioners Linked to Reports of Suffocation, Death
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that sleep positioners, a product designed to hold baby on his or her back or side during sleep, may cause suffocation that “can lead to death.”
Study: DePuy Attune Knee Implants Failing Prematurely
DePuy's Attune Knee Replacement is suffering "unusually high rates of early failure" due to loosening and poor bonding of metal to bone, according to a study published in the Journal of Knee Surgery.
SRAM Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Crash Hazard
SRAM is recalling about 7,000 Avid SD7 rim brakes after 5 reports of a rivet coming loose or disengaging, which could result in brake failure.
More than 1 in 4 Vehicles Sold at CarMax Subject to Recall, Study Finds
More than 25% of used vehicles sold at CarMax outlets in 3 states had unrepaired recall defects, according to a new report published by an automotive non-profit safety organization.
Ground Turkey Recalled at Aldi, Publix, Weis Markets
A recall has been issued for ground turkey meat sold at Aldi, Publix, and Weis Markets due to a risk of metal pieces in the meat.
Indiana Man Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
A man from Indiana has filed a lawsuit after his "retrievable" IVC Filter was unable to be removed because it tilted and got stuck in his vein.
Nissan in Jeopardy as potential $220 Million Hit from Japanese Recall Looms
Nissan Motor Co. announced plans on Monday to recall about 1.2 million cars in Japan over inspection lapses that are expected to cost some 25 billion yen, a whole lot of loot that could undermine the company’s solvency.
Arizona Woman Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
An Arizona woman filed a lawsuit after her IVC Filter tilted and punctured her vein within 2 years of being implanted in her body for the prevention of blood clots in her lungs (pulmonary embolism).
Pride & Joy Dairy Refuses to Recall Raw Milk
Consumers are being warned not to drink raw milk from Pride & Joy Dairy after the milk tested positive for Salmonella on September 18 and other products tested positive for E. coli earlier this year.
Greencore Recalls Sandwiches, Stuffing Sold at Target and Walgreens for Listeria Contamination
Ready-to-eat egg sandwiches and a seafood stuffing mix are being recalled from several U.S. retailers and a vending machine company after it was found that they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness.