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Hospira Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Recall Due to Overdose Risk

One lot of hydromorphone has been recalled by Hospira, Inc. due to reports that some vials may be overfilled, which could cause a life-threatening hydromorphone overdoseContinued

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Inflatable Pool Slide Recalled After Death, Paralyzation and Neck Fracture

Following the death of a Colorado mother and reports of at least two other catastrophic injuries, Walmart and Toys R Us are recalling Banzai inflatable pool slides from the market.  Continued

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Folding Step Stool Recall Issued Due To Risk of Sudden Collapse

About 1.6 million Kennedy International folding step stools have been recalled in the United States, after reports suggest that they may break or collapse unexpectedly.  Continued

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Food Poisoning Cases From Recalled Pet Food Reported Among Humans

At least 14 people in nine states have been diagnosed with salmonella food poisoning, which may have been caused by recalled pet food that is contaminated with the bacteria.  Continued

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Soybean Sprouts Recall Issued Due to Risk of Listeria Infection

Henry Farm’s Inc. soybean sprouts sold in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. are being recalled due to fears that they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria. Continued

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Tempeh Recall Issued Amid Salmonella Outbreak in North Carolina

A North Carolina company has issued a recall for unpasteurized soybean tempeh, which is often used as a meat substitute in vegetarian dishes, due to concerns that it is contaminated with salmonella and may be linked to a food poisoning outbreak that has sickened at least 37 people. Continued

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Sports Performance Drink Makers Get FDA Warning Calling for Recall

Federal health regulators have issued warnings to ten companies that manufacture sports performance drinks, indicating that they are failing to make sure the drinks are safe before marketing them and that they should be removed from the market.  Continued

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Target Bunny Sippy Cup Recall Issued After Injury Reports

About 264,000 Target bunny sippy cups have been recalled from store shelves following reports that suggest the design may cause young children to suffer eye injuries from poking themselves with one of the ears.  Continued

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American Regent Epinephrine Recall Due To Contaminated Vials

Some vials of epinephrine sold by American Regent have been found to be discolored and contaminated with small particles, resulting in a recall for one lot of the medication.  Continued

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Miflex Scuba Diving Hose Recalled Issued After 189 Failure Reports

About 17,000 Miflex High Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses have been recalled following a number of reports that suggest they may fail, potentially leaving scuba divers short on air.  Continued