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Congress, CSPI Call for Federal Action on Bacteria

News outlets reported that, because of the most recent ground beef recall that sickened 14 people last week due to an antibiotic-resistant strain of Salmonella, Congresswoman Louise Slaughter and the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) are petitioning for federal action on the increasing threat to public health from these bacteria. Slaughter issued a statement saying, “When we go to the grocery store to pick up dinner, we should be able to buy our food without worrying that what we put on our plates is exposing out families to dangerous antibiotic-resistant bacteria Continue reading

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Ice Cream Scoops Recalled Because of Impact Injury Hazard

In a news release , The Pampered Chef, in accordance with the guidelines of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced the voluntary recall of the company’s ice cream dippers due to a potential impact injury hazard they pose to consumers. Approximately 20,000 ice cream dippers, manufactured by the Zeroll Company, are affected by this recall. This safety recall was initiated after the company discovered that, when the liquid-filled scoop is exposed to warm water after being used, the cap and seal on the handle could pop off with significant force and strike consumers Continue reading

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Velvet Crème Popcorn Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergens

In a news release , the Kansas-based Velvet Crème Popcorn Company, in conjunction with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced the recall and allergy alert on several of their products after it was discovered that they contain milk, soy and wheat, known allergens. This recall affects only Velvet Crème-brand 4-ounce Peanut Brittle, which contains milk, and 1-pound and 8-ounce Tail Gate Crunch and Sweet Cajun Heat, both of which contain soy and wheat Continue reading

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Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Recalled

Approximately 7,100 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles are being recalled due to posing a crash hazard for riders. Continue reading

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Pickup Truck’s Transmission Unsafe

2011-2012 Ford F-series pickup trucks are undergoing a recall due to a problem with their transmission interlocks. 16,091 affected vehicles may be put into gear from “Park” without use of the brakes, which increases the risk of a crash and possible injury to pedestrians. The affected vehicles are 2011 model year Ford F-150, 2012 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and heavy duty F-550 Continue reading

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Bad Battery Terminals Cause Stalled Engines

Over 33,800 Nissan Sentra cars are being recalled due to faulty battery terminals which may result in an engine stall while a vehicle is in motion. This may result in an auto accident. Continue reading

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Ford Recalls F-Series Pickup Trucks

2011-2012 Ford F-series pickup trucks are being recalled due to an error with transmission interlocks. As many as 16,091 may be put into gear from “Park” without using the brakes, heightening the risk of a collision and potentially injuring pedestrians. The vehicles included in the recall are 2011 model year Ford F-150, 2012 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and heavy duty F-550. Continue reading

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FDA Warns About Misleading Gastric Band Ads

In a press statement , the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the agency has taken action against several California surgical centers and a marketing firm due to their misleading ads for Lap-Band, the surgically implanted gastric band designed for rapid weight loss. Continue reading

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Rise in Pedestrian Fatalities Prompt Safety Efforts

The South Carolina Highway Patrol, Greenville Sheriff’s Office and Greenville Police Department joined to urge motorists to be aware of pedestrians. Continue reading

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Massage Device Recalled for Battery Leak

Approximately 25,500 handheld massage pets are being recalled because their batteries may leak, which could burn customers. Continue reading

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