2011

A catering company based in Burbank, California, has issued a recall for their ready-to-eat meals because they were not federally inspected, according to recent news sources. The company is called Judy’s Catering, LLC. The following products have been recalled: 7-in. by 4-in. aluminum containers of Emuna Foods “Chicken Rosemary w/ couscous & mixed vegetable” 7-in…. read more

About 2,325 pounds of turkey breast products made by Kuck’s Turkey Farm are being recalled due to mislabeling, according to recent news sources. The product was made in St. Marys, Ohio and contains wheat and soy, known allergens which, if consumed by those with sensitivities, can cause an allergic reaction. The wheat and soy are… read more

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a recall for Carne Guisada due to an undeclared allergen, according to recent news sources. About 22,100 pounds of meat are affected by this recall. The manufacturer is Supreme Meat Purveyors, based in San Antonio, Texas. The product was discovered by the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service… read more

Turkish Pine Nuts sold by Wegmans Food Markets, Inc., have been recalled due to a potential Salmonella contamination, according to recent news reports. The Nuts were sold in the Bulk Foods department in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virgina Wegmans Stores. The pine nuts sold between July 1, 2011 and October 18, 2011…. read more

General Motors is conducting a recall of two of their vehicles due to a defective tire pressure device, according to recent news sources. About 36,000 vehicles are subject to recall. The models affected by this recall are the Chevrolet Equinox and the GMC Terrain crossover SUVs. The models of the 2012 model year are equipped… read more

Parents who are dressing their children for Halloween should be aware that face paints are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, according to recent news sources. Face paints tested at a California facility came back with positive confirmation of the presence of lead, nickel, colbalt, and chromium. Cosmetics are not regulated directly by… read more

A recall for off-road vehicles made by BB Buggies and Bad Boy Enterprises has been issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission due to a steering issue, according to recent news sources. About 3,200 products are subject to recall. The CPSC has received 15 reports of the steering arm of the vehicle breaking, causing a… read more

According to recent news sources, the American Academy of Pediatrics has new recommendations for child safety seats. The new recommendations are based on car accident statistics of children. The changes primarily affect young infants up to age 2. Experts advise that these children remain in rear-facing car seats for as long as possible. Riding in… read more

While most people associate hospitals with getting healthier, it is sometimes the case that patients who go to a hospital for treatment actually end up getting sicker there than they were to begin with. Consumer advocacy groups are continually trying to make hospitals safer places for patients. According to member of the Safe Patient Project,… read more

Fashion contact lenses, which can be a cheap and fun way to jazz up a costume or your everyday look, can also cost you a pretty penny when it comes to medical expenses, according to recent news sources. Before you buy decorative lenses to change your look, this Halloween or otherwise, consider these warnings from… read more

The Food and Drug Administration is warning the public to enjoy black licorice candy in moderation this Halloween, as the treat has been shown to cause irregular heart rhythm, according to recent news sources. According to the FDA, eating more than two ounces of black licorice for two weeks can send those who are over… read more

Recliners manufactured by Big Lots have been recalled due to an entrapment hazard to young children, according to recent news sources. About 375,000 products are subject to recall. The products are called Microfiber Glider Recliners with Ottomans and Leather Glider Recliners with Ottomans. When the chair is moved, a gap between the frame and the… read more