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Posted on September 14, 2011

Transvaginal Mesh Review May Revoke FDA Approval

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a report announcing their recommendation that transvaginal mesh devices be re-classified as a high risk medical device, according to news sources. The FDA is requiring new safety statistics be submitted by the manufacturer in order for the product to remain on the market. A panel will meet… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

Study Shows Many Patients Believe FDA Approves Only Safe Drugs

A recent study examines patients and their belief that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration only approves safe and effective drugs. The study found that providing more information to consumers can help them make better choices, according to a news article. Two doctors investigated how U.S. consumers make drugs choices through an Internet-based trial of… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

Salmonella Contamination Prompts Herb Recall

Sanith Ourn Farm, based in Florida, has recalled their product Fresh Hot Basil herb due to a salmonella contamination fear, according to news reports. The herb was distributed to retailers in Washington, Oregon, and Rhode Island on August 23rd and 30th. Three hundred and ninety pounds were shipped in ten pound containers that are marked… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

DEA Uses Emergency Authority to Ban “Bath Salts”

Synthetic stimulants which mimic the effects of LSD, cocaine, and MDMA drugs being marketed as bath salts and plant food are being banned by the Drug Enforcement Administration, according to news sources. The DEA plans to use emergency scheduling authority to limit the production of these products, citing them as imminent hazards to the public…. read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

ExxonMobil Cited for Unsafe Working Conditions

The U.S Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited ExxonMobil for 22 violations of exposing workers to unsafe conditions, according to news sources. The establishment fined was the petroleum refinery in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. No one has been injured, but the company will have to pay fines totaling $126,600. The violations include… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

Avoid Choking Hazards In Your Home

According to a recent news source, children are most likely to choke between the ages of two and five. An ears, nose and throat doctor suggests the following tips to make sure your home is a safe place for young children: -Hot dogs, peanuts and grapes are the perfect size to block the air pipe,… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

John Deere Tractor Blades Pose Laceration Hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with John Deere Tractors, have announced a recall of their Lawn Tractors overs concerns of a Laceration Hazard, according to news reports. About 15,500 tractors were sold at Lowe’s Home Depot, and other John Deere dealers from December 2010 through September 2011. The product retailed for about… read more

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Posted on September 14, 2011

Recalled Dehumidifers to Blame for Home Fires

LG Electronics, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is reannouncing a recall of dehumidifiers that have been linkedto one million dollars in property damage, according to news sources. The dehumidifiers were first recalled in December 2009, after 11 reports were filed, four of which were serious fires. Only 2 percent of the… read more

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