Hand soaps recall upgraded by FDA over bacterial contamination fears

Hand soaps recall upgraded by FDA over bacterial contamination fears

Washing your hands with certain soaps might give you an infection. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just issued an enforcement report, giving soap company Intercon Chemical Co. a Class II recall status. The Missouri-based brand initially issued a voluntary recall on June 29, in which six hand soap products were potentially contaminated with … Read more

Ford recalls nearly a quarter-million F-150 trucks over scary fuel tank hazard

Ford recalls nearly a quarter-million F-150 trucks over scary fuel tank hazard

Ford F-150 drivers might want to check under their trucks before hitting the gas. Ford is recalling nearly a quarter-million F-150 pickup trucks due to a defect that’s causing the front fuel tank to come loose and fall off, posing a severe safety hazard, according to federal regulators. A report filed with the National Highway … Read more

Popular squishy toy recalled over ‘serious injury’ hazard after months of child hospitalizations

They’re putting the squeeze on squishies. It’s not just burns that people have to worry about. A popular toy has been recalled due to fears over serious injury risks posed by its contents, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission reported. The affected products include the Squeezy Dumplings from GIHNJSI and Rainbow Mystery Squishy Buns from OKK Trading. Both … Read more

Lundberg Family Farms rice recall expanded as warning issued for Walmart, Target and Whole Foods shoppers

A recall of white jasmine rice manufactured by a Butte County producer has been expanded to include more than 27,000 packages of rice at major retailers including Walmart, Target and Whole Foods. Consumers are urged to look out for the purple two-pound packages of Lundberg Family Farms white jasmine rice in multiple states, including California. … Read more

Walmart mangoes recalled over potential salmonella contamination

Federal regulators announced Friday that hundreds of boxes of mangoes sold at Walmart stores are being recalled over potential salmonella contamination.  At least 302 boxes of Martina-brand mangoes are included in the recall initiated by Panorama Produce, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The affected produce is packaged in nine-count boxes containing large … Read more

Raw cat and dog food recalled nationwide over salmonella, listeria risk

Northwest Naturals is recalling nearly 2,000 pounds of raw cat and dog food after federal testing found salmonella and listeria monocytogenes contamination in two chicken products distributed nationwide. The Portland, Oregon-based company is voluntarily recalling 53 cases, or 1,272 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and 19 cases, or 684 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for … Read more

Walmart’s nut butter could kill you as it just received the FDA’s most serious classification

Grocery shoppers have a long list of foods to avoid after recalls and cyclospora continue to horrify consumers.  The Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter — exclusively sold at Walmart — has officially received Class I status after an August 3 voluntary recall found a link to possible Salmonella contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), … Read more

FDA upgrades recall on Whole Foods guacamole to highest threat level

That scoop of guac may be more dangerous than your tortilla chips let on. The Food and Drug Administration has slapped its highest-risk classification on a recall of nearly 13,000 Whole Foods dips, salsas and guacamole products over potential Salmonella contamination. First announced Aug. 12, the recall covers products made with jalapeños supplied by Coast … Read more

Nearly 25K pounds of frozen buffalo chicken recalled over inspection lapse

Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products that were produced without the benefit of inspection are being recalled, the Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Wednesday. Boston-based Shanghai Ravioli Corporation is recalling about 24,900 pounds of frozen, not-ready-to-eat buffalo chicken products. The recalled items include cardboard boxes containing 100 pieces … Read more

‘Superpotent’ thyroid medication recalled one month after FDA advises against similar tablets

Vitruvias Therapeutics is recalling one lot of thyroid medication distributed nationwide after testing found the tablets could be more potent than intended, according to a recall notice published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Auburn, Alabama-based company voluntarily recalled Lot 504950 of Thyroid Tablets, USP 30 mg at the consumer level because … Read more

Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops recalled nationwide over possible contamination

Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops are being recalled nationwide due to potential contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration. Tarrytown, New York-based Prestige Brand Holdings is voluntarily recalling 39,060 bottles of its Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops due to a “lack of assurance of sterility,” according to an FDA enforcement report. The affected product … Read more

Blueberry recall over deadly E. coli fears hits FDA’s highest-risk level — with 12 sickened, 4 hospitalized

That bag of frozen blueberries in your freezer could be more than just a smoothie staple. A recall of GreenWise Organic frozen blueberries and whole mixed berries has been slapped with the FDA’s highest-risk classification amid an investigation into a potentially dangerous E. coli outbreak that has sickened 12 people and hospitalized four. The FDA … Read more

Popular frozen fruit bars on recall over glass contamination fears — find out which varieties were affected

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream has issued a voluntary recall of several flavors of its Outshine Fruit Bars on Saturday after discovering they could contain glass. According to a press release, five varieties of the 6ct 2.5-ounce paddle bars were affected: Outshine Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry. Outshine Fruit Bars’ strawberry flavor was one of … Read more

Granola for breastfeeding moms sold in California recalled over deadly contamination fears

Your breakfast could be deadly. Granola from the company Hampton Grocer, has been recalled over a possible salmonella contamination. The health-conscious brand issued a recall on its eight-ounce bags of Lacnola Lactation Granola — a product geared towards supporting “healthy lactation” and providing “key minerals for postpartum health.”  According to the FDA report, the granola … Read more

Walmart recalls tomato soup kits sold in 29 states over possible Listeria contamination

Soup’s off. A popular soup sold at Walmart stores is being recalled amid fears of Listeria contamination. According to a Food and Drug Administration announcement, Kettle Cuisine LLC of Savage, MD is voluntarily recalling more than 3,000 Marketside 14oz Tomato Bisque Soup Kits. The affected products, which are packaged in a wrapped tray, have the … Read more

Dog food sold in 11 states recalled over deadly Salmonella contamination fears

Woof! Both you and your furry friend may now be eating food that causes diarrhea, as cyclospora is no longer the only recall to worry about. Connecticut-based pet food company Oma’s Pride issued a voluntary recall posted to the US Food and Drug Administration website on Wednesday. The family-owned brand is recalling one lot of … Read more

Egg recall upgraded to FDA’s highest risk level: ‘Serious adverse health consequences or death’

The FDA is upgrading an egg recall issued last month to its highest risk level, warning the public that exposure to the eggs could pose serious health risks. On Wednesday, the FDA classified the recall as a Class I, indicating “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to … Read more

Whole Foods recalls items containing jalapenos over fears of potential salmonella contamination

Whole Foods recalls items containing jalapenos over fears of  potential salmonella contamination

Whole Foods said on Wednesday it was recalling select products from its produce and prepared foods departments that contain jalapenos sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors due to potential salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products, the FDA said. The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a … Read more

This is nuts! After lettuce scare, Walmart nut butter flagged for potential sickness

This is nuts! After lettuce scare, Walmart nut butter flagged for potential sickness

Move over lettuce. Nut butter is the newest food to terrorize grocery shoppers. The Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter — exclusively sold at Walmart — has been recalled due to a contamination risk. Botticelli Foods, the company that makes the item, issued the recall on August 3 after a potential salmonella contamination, according to a U.S. … Read more

Over 1M Ram vehicles recalled over dangerous safety issue — see which models are affected

Over 1M Ram vehicles recalled over dangerous safety issue — see which models are affected

Buckle up…if you can. Over one million Chrysler vehicles have been recalled after a report found that the American brand failed to assemble the seat buckle anchors properly. The recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and impacts Ram 1500 vehicles between 2019 and 2026. The recall states that the second-row … Read more