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Hertz Announces Product Recall

Rick Patterson — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:50:07 GMT

Just when consumers are trying to recover from the pet food recall, the Hartz Mountain Corporation has announced a recall on one of their products. This recall involves vitamins, of all things. There is concern that the product might be contaminated with Salmonella.

This is not the first recall of this kind by Hertz. Just last November, they recalled particular lots of vitamins due to similar concerns. Salmonella can be a very serious matter. It is an organism that can cause serious infection to those at risk from exposure. Expected symptoms of ingested salmonella in both animals and people can include nausea, fever, diarrhea. Should you believe your pet has been exposed, please seek veterinary assistance immediately. See full article for additional information pertaining to the contaminated product.

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FDA Names Contaminant in Heparin

Rick Patterson — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:31:13 GMT

The United States health regulators have been able to identify the heparin contaminant. The culprit, over-sulfated chondroitin sulfate, was added during the manufacturing process in China.

As previously reported on this site, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is slow to say this contaminant caused the deaths of 19 people who were using heparin, since they were already very ill. Although, over-sulfated chondroitin sulfate has the same blood-thinning results as heparin, it is not approved by the FDA. It has been reported by the FDA that this contaminant accounted for anywhere from 2 percent to as much as 50 percent of the samples tested.

The question is, was the inclusion of this contaminant in China an accident, or was it done purposefully for profit. Over-sulfated chondroitin is chemically manipulated and is cheaper than getting raw heparin the usual way, from pig intestines.

It is no surprise that people are wondering if this product contamination was no accident. Contaminated chemical additives bring back bad memories to the pet food consumers in the United States and elsewhere. The aftermath of the deaths of more than 200 dogs and cats and the ongoing illness of many, more, is still being dealt with as a result of the chemical melamine being added in China to soon-to-be exported pet food ingredients. The Chinese maker was later indicted for fraud here in the U. S. in that matter. Only time will tell if the latest heparin fiasco has a similar explanation.

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Rise in Defective Nusery Products

Rick Patterson — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:09:31 GMT

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a rise in injuries due to nursery products. In fact, these various injuries sent more than 65,000 children to the ER in 2006. The increase in infant injuries is substantial. At this time, it is unknown what has caused such a sharp increase.

Deaths for which coroners listed Sudden Infant Death Syndrome as a cause were excluded. Additionally, no all injuries were due to defective products. In fact, more than 40 percent of the injuries involved falls related to nursery products, resulting in head injuries. "Don Mays, senior director of product safety and technical public policy for Consumers Union, an advocacy group, said the number of injuries connected with cribs, as well as recent large crib recalls, point to a need for new federal requirements for crib durability testing." The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, said although they are concerned about the reports regarding infant injuries or deaths they feel that the caregivers were often at fault. You can bet that went over like a lead baloon.

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Dietary Supplements Recalled

Rick Patterson — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 18:20:17 GMT

Palo Alto Labs, are voluntarily conducting a nationwide recall of two of their products known as Aspire36 and Aspire Lite.

After the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found the products contained Aildenafil and Dimethyl sildenafil thione (sulfoaildenafil) a purported analog of Sildenafil, an FDA-approved drug used as treatment for male Erectile Dysfunction (ED). This may pose a threat as it may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs. It could also lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. If you have purchased those products you should discontinue use immediately. For additional information see the full article.

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FDA Issues Heparin Warning

Rick Patterson — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:24:30 GMT

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning regarding heparin. At this time, Baxter Healthcare Corporation has stopped manufacturing multiple-dose vials of the blood-thinning drug. And not a moment too soon. In addition to the well-published reports of hospital staff mixing up the look-alike viles of heparin with disastrous results, there have also been reports of serious allergic relations and hypotension (low blood pressure) in patients who have received high doses of the drug. Four people have died using Heparin, but the connection is not yet clear.

The FDA is investigating to find the cause of these reactions to the drug. Heparin is commonly used before certain types of surgery, including coronary artery bypass graft surgery, and in kidney patients before they undergo dialysis. Approximately 350 case of adverse reactions of users of the drug have been reported since the end of last year, which is a dramatic increase.

Any allergic-type reaction to heparin infusion should be reported to FDA's MedWatch. For details on reporting see the full article.

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John Deere Tractors Recalled

Rick Patterson — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 16:57:32 GMT

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a product recall on John Deere Compact Utility Tractors, which were manufactured by Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.

In all, 5,400 units are being recalled due to the fact that the forward drive pedal can get stuck, which poses a risk of loss of control and injury to the operator and bystanders alike. Deere & Company has received seven reports of incidents. Please see full article for model information and serial numbers. For further information, you can also contact Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233.

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Canning Company Announces Recall on Beans

Rick Patterson — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:26:03 GMT

New Era Canning Company of New Era, Michigan has announced a recall on beans. The specific beans include Mexican style chili beans, green beans, and dark red kidney beans.

It is believed the beans were not adequately cooked and as a result have the potential for the growth of Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism. The symptoms of botulism are as follows: "General weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms." If you have questions you can obtain additional information by calling New Era Canning at 1-800-282-9007 Ext.111

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Weis Markets Announces Recall

Rick Patterson — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 18:33:56 GMT

A voluntary recall has been announced by Weis Markets. The recalled item is the Weis Baker's 18-count Fruit Miniatures and two pound platters of Mini-Fruit Diamonds in four varieties.

The recall is due to undeclared walnuts. It is feared that if consumers have an allergy to the undeclared walnuts, they could suffer a serious reaction to the nuts. Apparently, a consumer complaint was made regarding the walnuts. " Weis Markets including its Mr. Z's, King's and Scot's Lo-Cost units. Weis Markets operates 156 stores in five states: Pennsylvania, Maryland, New York, New Jersey and West Virginia."

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Whole Foods Announces a Recall

Rick Patterson — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 17:44:27 GMT

Whole Foods MarketÂ® is recalling 365 Organic Everyday Valueâ„¢ Swiss Milk Chocolate Bars with Rice Crisps, 3-ounce size, with a Best If Used By date of November 21, 2007.

The reason for the recall is due to the fact that the product may contain undeclared hazelnuts, walnuts and pecans. Needles to say, people with alleges to these particular nuts could run a serious risk to their health if the nuts are ingested. These bars were distributed in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Texas and Wisconsin. If you have questions pertaining to this product call (512) 542-0020.

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Flour Tortillas Recalled

Rick Patterson — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 20:05:36 GMT

Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc. of Chicago announced a recall of its flour tortillas due to health risks. Children in a local school experienced vomiting, nausea and cramps, and it is believed their illness was a result of ingesting contaminated tortillas.

These products have been distributed nationwide. State officials have said that they do not believe this involves microbial contamination. Del Rey is said to be taking every precaution by recalling the tortillas. Click on the link for a complete list of the recalled products. If you believe you have one or more of these products, return to the store from which it was purchased for a complete refund.

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