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Recall Issued For Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Alarms Recall Issued For Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Recall Issued For Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Alarms Universal Security Instruments is recalling thousands of combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms because they may fail to alert homeowners to the potential presence of a hazardous level of carbon monoxide, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. The recall involves two models and two date codes of the company's "2-in-1 Photoelectric Smoke & Fire + Carbon Monoxide alarms." According to CPSC: "Model MPC322S has 10-year sealed batteries and a manufacturing date code of 2017JUN09; Model MPC122S is a hardwired alarm with a 10-year sealed battery backup and a manufactu…

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by Zak Failla
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Deodorant Products Recalled Due To Unexpected Levels Of Cancer-Causing Substance Deodorant Products Recalled Due To Unexpected Levels Of Cancer-Causing Substance
Deodorant Products Recalled Due To Unexpected Levels Of Cancer-Causing Substance A company has recalled two of its deodorant products after they were found to contain unexpected levels of a carcinogen.  Unilever United States announced the recall of the two Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirants on Wednesday, March 30, after an internal review found slightly elevated levels of benzene coming from the propellant that sprays the product. The company recalled all lots of the products with an expiration date through September 2023. The following products are included in the recall: The recalled productsUS Food & Drug Administration Unilever said the prod…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Magnetic Toys Recalled Over Ingestion Concerns Magnetic Toys Recalled Over Ingestion Concerns
Magnetic Toys Recalled Over Ingestion Concerns Thousands of magnetic toys sold by an online retailer are being recalled due to a potential hazard it could cause in children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that more than 4,000 cases of magnetic Boxine blocks sold at tonies.com are being recalled due to concerns they could be swallowed and cause additional complications. “When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, either intentionally by younger children or accidentally by older children, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system…

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by Zak Failla
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Separate Recalls Issued For Kids' Bicycles, ATVs, Helmets Separate Recalls Issued For Kids' Bicycles, ATVs, Helmets
Separate Recalls Issued For Kids' Bicycles, ATVs, Helmets A national recall has been announced for several products designed and marketed for kids that could pose a safety risk to children. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an alert regarding recalled bicycles, youth-branded ATVs, and helmets that are not in compliance with federal standards. Specifically, these products were subject to recall: Commencal Ramones 14-Inch Kids’ Bicycles (due to a crash hazard); EGL Motor EGL and ACE-branded Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (due to risk of serious injury or death); Segway Ninebot Children’s Bicycle Helmet (due to risk of head inju…

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by Zak Failla
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Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products Sold At Supermarkets In Northeast Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products Sold At Supermarkets In Northeast
Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products Sold At Supermarkets In Northeast Federal health officials have issued a public health alert due to concerns that a component of ready-to-eat chicken breast meal kits sold in supermarkets throughout the Northeast was misbranded and could contain undeclared allergens. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that the kits may contain wheat and soy, known allergens, which are not declared on the product labels. FSIS said it is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that these products should not be consumed. Specifically, these chicken breast meal kit…

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by Zak Failla
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Recall Issued For Brand Of Mixed Mushrooms Due To Listeria Risk Recall Issued For Brand Of Mixed Mushrooms Due To Listeria Risk
Recall Issued For Brand Of Mixed Mushrooms Due To Listeria Risk A company is recalling packages of mixed mushrooms that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Farm Fresh Produce LLC announced on Tuesday, March 22, that it is recalling all of its 14.11-ounce packages of "TWA AGRICULTURE MIXED MUSHROOMS," which were distributed in stores nationwide.  The company said the mushrooms are in a clear plastic package marked with UPC 6957937481850. Farm Fresh Produce LLC said so far, the company hasn't received any reports of illnesses connected to the recalled products. The recall was issued after routine testing by the Cali…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Body Lotion Recalled Due To Potential Bacteria Popular Body Lotion Recalled Due To Potential Bacteria
Popular Body Lotion Recalled Due To Potential Bacteria A popular lotion product sold nationwide is being recalled due to the potential presence of bacteria. Kao USA announced a voluntary recall of Jergens Ultra Healing Moisturizer in 3- and 10-ounce packages that could show the presence of Pluralibacter gergoviae, a bacterium that poses a potential health risk to some. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pluralibacter gergoviae poses little medical risk to healthy people, though some who have certain health problems or are immunocompromised could potentially become infected. “Kao USA is urging consumers to discontinue use of …

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by Zak Failla
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Pancake & Waffle Mix Recall Issued Due To Possible Contamination Pancake & Waffle Mix Recall Issued Due To Possible Contamination
Pancake & Waffle Mix Recall Issued Due To Possible Contamination A company has recalled a pancake and waffle mix product that may be contaminated with fragments of cable. Continental Mills announced on Saturday, March 19, that it is recalling a single lot of Great Value Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix after fragments from a cable used to clear the processing line were found in some products. The company said the recalled products have a "Best By Date" of 09/01/2023, a UPC of 078742370828, or Lot code KX2063. The recalled products were distributed across the United States at Walmart stores, Continental Mills said.  The company sa…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Recall Issued For Fresh Cut Fruit, Vegetable Products Due To Listeria Fears Recall Issued For Fresh Cut Fruit, Vegetable Products Due To Listeria Fears
Recall Issued For Fresh Cut Fruit, Vegetable Products Due To Listeria Fears A company has recalled fresh-cut fruit, vegetable, and ready-to-eat dip products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Fruit Fresh Up, Inc. recalled all of its fresh-cut fruit and vegetable products and ready-to-eat dips processed at production facilities in New York, according to an announcement on Sunday, March 20. The products were distributed in New York and surrounding states, the company said.  The recalled fruit and vegetable products are packaged in clear plastic containers with a tamper-evident seal, and they have "Best if Used By" dates between M…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Massive Recall Issued For Gummies Sold At Amazon, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Other Major Retailers Massive Recall Issued For Gummies Sold At Amazon, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Other Major Retailers
Massive Recall Issued For Gummies Sold At Amazon, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Other Major Retailers A company is recalling millions of units of fruit gummies that were sold in stores nationwide after receiving reports of the cap popping off with force, causing injuries. On Wednesday, March 16, Reckitt recalled 63 and 75 count bottles of Airborne Gummies, which were sold in blueberry pomegranate, orange, and assorted fruit flavors, according to an announcement on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission's website. Find the full list of UPC numbers and lot codes that are included in the recall here. Reckitt said it has received 70 reports of the cap or seal popping off the…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Recall Issued For 1.7M Smartwatches Over Burn Hazard Recall Issued For 1.7M Smartwatches Over Burn Hazard
Recall Issued For 1.7M Smartwatches Over Burn Hazard More than a million Google Fitbits are being recalled due to a burn hazard, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. The company announced that 1.7 million Fitbits are being voluntarily recalled because the battery in the Ionic smartwatch can overheat and burn users wearing them. “The health and safety of Fitbit users is our highest priority,” Fitbit said in a statement. “We are taking this action out of an abundance of caution for our users.” The Ionic smartwatch was produced from 2017 to 2020. Consumers can find the model number, FB503, on the back of the Ionic under …

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by Zak Failla
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Listeria Outbreak Linked To Dole Salads Kills Two, CDC Says Listeria Outbreak Linked To Dole Salads Kills Two, CDC Says
Listeria Outbreak Linked To Dole Salads Kills Two, CDC Says A listeria outbreak connected to Dole packaged salads is being investigated by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC).  A total of 17 confirmed illnesses in 13 states have been connected to the outbreak, with two deaths being reported.   Packaged salads produced by Dole were sold and are now being recalled under these multiple brands: Ahold Dole HEB Kroger Lidl Little Salad Bar Marketside Naturally Better Nature’s Promise President’s Choice Simply Nature Products include mixed greens, garden salads, Caesar kits, and many other types of salads in bags or clam…

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by Joe Lombardi