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Allergic Reaction

Ridgefield, CT
Business
Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp
Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recalled Over Undeclared Shrimp A ready-to-eat favorite is being pulled from shelves due to a potentially dangerous labeling issue. Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, Massachusetts, is recalling 24-ounce cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup because they may contain undeclared shrimp, according to a company announcement posted by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, May 21.  People with allergies to crustacean shellfish, including shrimp, could face a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat the soup. The recalled soup was sold in Whole Foods retail stores in AL, CT, DC, FL, GA, MA, MD, M…

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by Joe Lombardi
Alexandria, VA
News
FDA Limits Access To New COVID-19 Vaccines: Here's What To Know FDA Limits Access To New COVID-19 Vaccines: Here's What To Know
FDA Limits Access To New Covid-19 Vaccines: Here's What To Know As fall approaches, the Food and Drug Administration has authorized updated COVID-19 vaccines from both Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, but with access limited to those most at risk for severe illness. On Wednesday, Aug. 27, the FDA approved the 2025-2026 formulas from both companies, each tailored to target the LP.8.1 sublineage — a new offshoot of the JN.1 Omicron variant — aligning the vaccines with the strains currently circulating in the US.  Pfizer-BioNTech’s COMIRNATY LP.8.1 is approved for adults 65 and older, as well as individuals ages 5 to 64 with at least one underlying health…

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by Joe Lombardi
Amityville, NY
Business
Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY
Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY A sweet treat sold in several states is being pulled from shelves over an undeclared allergen that could pose serious health risks. Neuhaus Chocolates NV, based in Vlezenbeek, Belgium, has issued a voluntary recall for its Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs “Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies.” The recall was announced after the company discovered the product contained wheat that was not listed on the label. The chocolates, which contain cookie pieces, were distributed between Monday, July 21 and Monday, Aug. 4, through Neuhaus stores in New York, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Was…

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by Joe Lombardi
Fairfield, CT
Politics
Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Chief, Rushed To DC Hospital; What We Know Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Chief, Rushed To DC Hospital; What We Know
Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Chief, Rushed To DC Hospital; What We Know Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was rushed to a Washington, D.C. hospital on Tuesday afternoon, June 17, CNN reported, citing multiple sources.  The reason for the hospitalization was not clear, but the report said she was conscious and speaking with her security detail.  The Department of Homeland Security said the move was out of an "abundance of caution" after the former South Dakota Governor suffered an allergic reaction.  “Secretary Noem had an allergic reaction today. She was transported to the hospital out of an abundance of caution. She is alert and recoverin…

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by Josh Lanier
North Adams, MA
Business
Hidden Risk Prompts Recall For Apricots Sold In MA Hidden Risk Prompts Recall For Apricots Sold In MA
Hidden Risk Prompts Recall For Apricots Sold In MA A dried fruit product sold in 19 states has been recalled due to a labeling issue that could pose a risk to some consumers. Turkana Food Inc., based in Kenilworth, New Jersey, is recalling 352 cases of Floria Dried Apricots because the product contains sulfites that were not listed on the package label, according to the company’s announcement on Thursday, June 12. The recalled 200-gram Floria Dried Apricots were distributed in retail locations across: Florida Kentucky Virginia New York New Jersey Tennessee Massachusetts Texas Illinois Indiana Michigan Rhode Island Pennsylvania North Carol…

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by Joe Lombardi
Saratoga Springs, NY
Business
These Gummies Just Got Pulled From Shelves Nationwide These Gummies Just Got Pulled From Shelves Nationwide
These Gummies Just Got Pulled From Shelves Nationwide A batch of vitamin gummies sold under three popular brand names has been recalled nationwide due to the potential presence of an undeclared peanut allergen. The products — from Welby, Berkley Jensen, and VitaGlobe — were distributed on Amazon.com and at Aldi and BJ’s retail stores, as well as online through various sellers. Consumers with a peanut allergy are being urged to return or dispose of affected bottles. The recall covers one lot number — 248046601 — with an expiration date of October 2026. The undeclared allergen was flagged during routine testing conducted by Aldi, despite interna…

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by Joe Lombardi
Saratoga Springs, NY
Business
Chicken Soup Mix-Up Sparks USDA Warning Chicken Soup Mix-Up Sparks USDA Warning
Chicken Soup Mix-Up Sparks USDA Warning A chicken soup product sold nationwide is the focus of a public health alert issued by federal officials. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued the alert after a ready-to-eat chicken soup product was found to contain wheat, a known allergen. This allergen was not listed on the label. No recall was requested because the affected product is no longer available for sale, but some containers may still be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. The products are: Signature SELECT Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice SOUP with White Meat Chicken (labeled…

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by Joe Lombardi
Vienna, VA
Business
Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat
Nationwide Recall: Seasoning Products Pulled Over Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction Threat Two seasoning products have been recalled nationwide because of concerns they could cause life-threatening allergic reactions. TS Food Packaging is recalling its “Rural King” and “Wabash Valley Farms” Bacon Seasoning due to the presence of an undeclared soy ingredient.  "People who have allergies to products containing soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products," according to a company announcement released through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The recalled “Bacon Seasonings” were distributed nationwide via E-comm…

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by Joe Lombardi
Simsbury, CT
Business
Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product
Nationwide Recall Issued For This Corn Puff Product A nationwide recall has been issued for a popular snack brand. Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. has issued a nationwide recall of its Shirakiku brand Curvee Puffs Corn Puff Snack Curry Flavor due to undeclared milk. The FDA announced the recall on Monday, Jan. 20 after the company discovered the allergen was not listed on the packaging.  This oversight poses a serious health risk to individuals with milk allergies, potentially leading to life-threatening allergic reactions. The affected product is packaged in 2.46 oz flexible bags and bears the UPC code 07441078512, found on the back right…

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by Joe Lombardi
Northern Valley, NJ
Police & Fire
Firefighter Attacked By Bees At Car Wash Among 2 Epi-Pen Saves By Norwood EMS Hours Apart Firefighter Attacked By Bees At Car Wash Among 2 Epi-Pen Saves By Norwood EMS Hours Apart
Firefighter Attacked By Bees At Car Wash Among 2 Epi-Pen Saves By Norwood EMS Hours Apart A woman experiencing an allergic reaction at ShopRite and a firefighter who'd been attacked by bees were both saved by Norwood EMTs armed with Epi-Pens just hours apart over the weekend. According to Norwood EMS Chief Christopher Barron, the first call came in just before 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15. EMTs were dispatched to the Northvale ShopRite store, where a 47-year-old woman was experiencing an allergic reaction with difficulty breathing.  Responders in the first EMS unit found the woman near the bakery, being cared for by Northvale police officers.  "Upon immediately…

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by Cecilia Levine
Danbury, CT
News
Person Dead After Eating Mislabeled Cookies Sold In Danbury, Recall Issued Person Dead After Eating Mislabeled Cookies Sold In Danbury, Recall Issued
Person Dead After Eating Mislabeled Cookies Sold In Danbury, Recall Issued A young New Yorker is dead after eating a cookie at a Connecticut gathering that included peanuts - but didn’t say so on the label, officials said. Related story: Dancer Who Died After Eating Cookie With Nuts ID'd A limited-time batch of Florentine cookies, produced in Islip, New York, and sold at two Stew Leonard’s outlets in Connecticut -- in Danbury and Newington -- has been recalled after a person in their 20s reportedly died of an allergic reaction. The Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection Food, Standards and Product Safety Division (DCP) announced the recall and a…

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by Sophie Grieser
Lynn, MA
Police & Fire
Child Hospitalized After Bee Attack At Topsfield Summer Camp; Many Others Stung Child Hospitalized After Bee Attack At Topsfield Summer Camp; Many Others Stung
Child Hospitalized After Bee Attack At Topsfield Summer Camp; Many Others Stung A swarm of bees stung upwards of twenty children in Essex County, with one needing to be hospitalized after having a severe allergic reaction, officials say.  A group of campers at Tritown Council Leg Morning Workshop Summer Camp held at Trinity Church in Topsfield were stung by bees on Monday, Aug. 14, sending first responders to the rescue and one child to the hospital, according to the Topsfield Police and Fire Departments.  A 911 caller reported the incident, saying that most of the children were stung multiple times and that one child was showing signs of anaph…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Massapequa, NY
Business
Nationwide Recall Issued For Whole Foods Salad Product Nationwide Recall Issued For Whole Foods Salad Product
Nationwide Recall Issued For Whole Foods Salad Product A nationwide recall has been issued for a Whole Foods product due to the presence of an undeclared allergen. Braga Fresh is voluntarily recalling a single production run of 365 by Whole Foods Market Organic Asian Inspired Chopped Salad Kit 12oz bag purchased from Whole Foods Markets stores. The product is being recalled because it contains incorrect condiment ingredients resulting in undeclared milk and egg that were not listed on the product label, according to the Food & Drug Administration.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or egg run the risk of a …

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by Joe Lombardi
Westminster, MD
Business
Recall Issued For Popular Rao's Specialty Food Product Recall Issued For Popular Rao's Specialty Food Product
Recall Issued For Popular Rao's Specialty Food Product A recall has been issued for a popular Rao's Homemade Brand specialty food product. Sunny Dell Foods is recalling its 12-ounce jars of Rao’s Homemade Brand Roasted Red Peppers with Portobello Mushrooms because the affected jars of the condiment may contain undeclared tree nuts (pine nuts), the FDA announced.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. The recalled products were distributed across retail stores in the Northeast US and through mail order e-commerce. The pro…

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by Joe Lombardi
Brookfield, CT
News
Fairfield County Man Charged In Smoothie Shop Incident Suspended From CFP Board Fairfield County Man Charged In Smoothie Shop Incident Suspended From CFP Board
Fairfield County Man Charged In Smoothie Shop Incident Suspended From CFP Board A Fairfield County man who became known nationwide and was fired from his job at Merrill Lynch after a tirade at an area smoothie shop, has been suspended by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. The CFP imposed an interim suspension on  Monday, Feb. 7, for James Iannazzo, age 48, of Fairfield, after a superior court judge banned him from the shop where the incident took place, according to the CFP. Superior Court Judge Ndidi Moses on Monday, Feb. 8 ordered Iannazzo to stay away from Robeks Smoothie Shop and to have no contact with the victim, in connection with a Saturda…

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by Kathy Reakes
Brookfield, CT
News
Fairfield County Man Ordered To Stay Away From Smoothie Shop After Incident Fairfield County Man Ordered To Stay Away From Smoothie Shop After Incident
Fairfield County Man Ordered To Stay Away From Smoothie Shop After Incident A Fairfield County man who went on a tirade at an area smoothie shop after his son had an allergic reaction to nuts has been ordered to stay away from the eatery. James Iannazzo, age 48, of Fairfield, was ordered by Superior Court Judge Ndidi Moses on Monday, Feb. 8 to stay away from Robeks Smoothie Shop and to have no contact with the victim, in connection with a Saturday, Jan. 22 incident. According to Sgt. Michael Stahl, of the Fairfield Police, an investigation found that at around 1 p.m., Iannazzo made a purchase at Robeks and left the store without incident. At approximately 1:4…

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by Kathy Reakes
Fairfield, CT
News
Fairfield Man 'Threatened To Kill Us' During Tirade, Smoothie Shop Worker Says In New Report Fairfield Man 'Threatened To Kill Us' During Tirade, Smoothie Shop Worker Says In New Report
Fairfield Man 'Threatened To Kill Us' During Tirade, Smoothie Shop Worker Says In New Report A young employee at a Connecticut smoothie shop where a man allegedly threatened them after his son experienced an allergic reaction, says he also threatened to kill them. In an interview with CBS affiliate WFSB, Channel 3 in Hartford, Charli Hill a high schooler who took a video of the incident that happened Saturday, Jan. 22 at Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies in the Town of Fairfield, “He started to call her racial slurs. He threatened to kill us multiple times.”  "I understand and we are sorry on behalf of Robeks for how the smoothie was made, but it gives you absolute…

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by Kathy Reakes
Brookfield, CT
Police & Fire
Man Accused Of Attacking Smoothie Shop Workers In Fairfield County For Son's Allergic Reaction Man Accused Of Attacking Smoothie Shop Workers In Fairfield County For Son's Allergic Reaction
Man Accused Of Attacking Smoothie Shop Workers In Fairfield County For Son's Allergic Reaction A Fairfield County man was arrested for allegedly attacking employees at an area fruit and smoothie shop after his son had an allergic reaction to peanuts and was hospitalized. James Iannazzo, age 48, of Fairfield, was arrested on Saturday, Jan. 22 after Fairfield Police received numerous calls from employees at Robeks, located at 2061 Black Rock Turnpike, reporting a customer throwing things, yelling at employees, and refusing to leave. According to Sgt. Michael Stahl, of the Fairfield Police, an investigation found that at around 1 p.m., Iannazzo made a purchase at Robeks and left the sto…

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by Kathy Reakes
Briarcliff, NY
Lifestyle
What’s In The COVID-19 Vaccine? What’s In The COVID-19 Vaccine?
What’s In The Covid-19 Vaccine? The COVID vaccines being rolled out do not use inactive virus to build immunity, rather messenger RNA (mRNA) technology as a novel way of preventing illness Sandra Lindsay’s bravery and wisdom spoke volumes when she became the first person in the US to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. “Healing is coming,” she said directly after getting the shot, iconic yet profound words that will ultimately propel the country—and world—through the final stages of the pandemic. It’s even more historic considering how the COVID vaccine works. The vaccines currently being rolled out from Pfizer Inc. and Mo…

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Mount Pleasant, NY
News
Recall Issued For Popular Macaroni And Cheese Product Recall Issued For Popular Macaroni And Cheese Product
Recall Issued For Popular Macaroni And Cheese Product Thousands of pounds of a popular frozen macaroni and cheese snack that were sold to retailers nationwide are being recalled due to undeclared allergens. Massachusetts-based Stuffed Foods announced it will be recalling 1,818 “Mac & Cheese Bites” which may actually contain “Buffalo Style Chicken Poppers,” that contain soy and may lead to an allergic reaction. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the problem was discovered after receiving a customer complaint that the products had been switched. Recalled items include 9.75-ounce cart…

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by Zak Failla