Most Recent:     (Updated 22 Feb, 2012, 9:11 pm)

Recall of Infants TYLENOL Oral Suspension, 1 oz. Grape Due to Dosing System Complaints (Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:46:00 -0500) McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. (McNeil), is voluntarily recalling, at the wholesale and retail levels, seven lots, approximately 574,000 bottles, of Infants TYLENOL Oral Suspension, 1 oz. Grape distributed nationwide in the United States (see full product list below). Infants TYLENOL is an over-the-counter (OTC) product indicated as a pain reliever/fever reducer.

Tumblekins Toys Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT) The toys can break into small pieces with sharp points, posing choking and lacerations hazards to children.

Children's Slides Recalled by Landscape Structures due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT) The Slalom Glider is a playground slide that lacks a transition platform on the top and sides of the chute. Children can fall when moving from the ladder to the slide and when descending the chute.

Bumbleride Recalls Indie & Indie Twin Strollers Due to Fall Hazard (Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT) The front wheel can break at the axle hub, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.

Weeplay Kids Recalls Infant Bodysuits Due to Choking Hazard (Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:00:00 GMT) The snaps can detach from the fabric of the garment, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.

Pfizer Announces Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Lo/Ovral-28 and Norgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets Due to Possibility of Inexact Tablet Counts or Out of Sequence Tablets (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:52:00 -0500) Pfizer Inc. announced today that it has voluntarily recalled 14 lots of Lo/Ovral-28 (norgestrel and ethinyl estradiol)Tablets and 14 lots of Norgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets (generic)for customers in the U.S. market.

The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT) The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.

Bicycle Handlebars Recalled by Euro Asia Imports; Handlebars Can Break Resulting in Loss of Control and Fall Hazard (Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT) The recalled bicycle handlebars can break while the user is riding the bike, resulting in loss of control and a fall hazard.

Food Carriers Sold By Walmart Recalled  (Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:30:00 GMT) Gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by children or adults.

Expandable Lunch Boxes Sold By Costco Recalled  (Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:30:00 GMT) Gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs, posing a poisoning hazard if ingested by children or adults.

Chariot Carriers Recalls Child Bicycle Trailers and Conversion Kits Due to Injury Hazard (Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT) The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.

The Land of Nod Recalls Bed Frames Due to Entrapment Hazard (Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT) A child's torso can become lodged in the gap between the footboard's top rail and the mattress, posing an entrapment hazard to the child

Certain Packages of Excedrin, NoDoz, Bufferin and Gas-X Prevention Recalled (Sun, 08 Jan 2012 22:04:00 -0500) Novartis Consumer Health, Inc. (NCH) announced today that it is voluntarily recalling all lots of select bottle packaging configurations of Excedrin® and NoDoz® products with expiry dates of December 20, 2014 or earlier as well as Bufferin® and Gas-X Prevention® products with expiry dates of December 20, 2013 or earlier, in the United States. NCH is taking this action as a precautionary measure because the products may contain stray tablets, capsules, or caplets from other Novartis products, or contain broken or chipped tablets.

Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Triple Eight Distribution Due to Risk of Head Injury(Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT) Product testing demonstrated that these helmets do not comply with CPSC safety standards for impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact head injuries in a fall.

IKEA Recalls to Repair High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT) The high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child.

Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMT) When turned on, the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt, posing fire and burn hazards.

Madeline Bed Canopy Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids Due to Impact Hazard (Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The connections of the posts to the top rails of the canopy can come apart, allowing components of the canopy to fall and posing an impact hazard to consumers.

Petit Lem Children's Pajamas Recalled Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter Recalled Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT) When the adapter is used on a stroller that also has a wheeled board accessory attached for transporting a standing toddler, and the car seat is positioned so the child faces forward, the car seat can disconnect from the adapter and fall.

Bugaboo Bee Strollers Recalled by Bugaboo Americas Due to Fall Hazard(Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The front swivel wheels can lock while the stroller is in motion, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.

Target Recalls Circo Childrens' Travel Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The surface coating on the travel cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Recall of Limited Quantity of 12 oz Tejava® Premium Iced Tea (Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:03:00 -0500) As a precautionary measure, certain production lots of Tejava® Premium Iced Tea in 12 oz glass bottles are being recalled nationwide due to the possible presence of glass fragments which could be harmful if swallowed. To date, there have been no reports of any illness or injury.

Children's Pajamas Recalled by Bella Bliss Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Certain Frozen Stuffed Pasta Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection (Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:09:10 GMT)   Includes:

• 25-ounce poly bags of “ALBERTSONS’ SAUSAGE RAVIOLI”
• 25-ounce poly bags of “JEWEL SAUSAGE RAVIOLI”
• 25-ounce poly bags of “ALBERTSONS’ BEEF RAVIOLI”
• 25-ounce poly bags of “JEWEL BEEF RAVIOLI”
• 25-ounce poly bags of “OUR FAMILY BEEF RAVIOLI”

**UPDATE** -- Ocean Spray Voluntarily Recalls Limited Quantity of Original Flavor Craisins Dried Cranberries in Western U.S. Only (Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:03:00 -0500) Ocean Spray today added five additional Best By code dates to its voluntary recall issued November 25, 2011 of a limited number of production lots of its Original Flavor Craisins® Dried Cranberries in 5-ounce, 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages in the western U.S. only. Ocean Spray took this precautionary measure due to the possible presence of very small hair-like metal fragments that are unlikely to cause consumer injury.

Mophie Recalls iPod Touch Rechargeable External Battery Case Due to Burn Hazard (Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:30:00 GMT) The battery case's integrated circuit switch can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Rocketfish Battery Case for iPhone 3G/3GS Recalled by Best Buy Due to Fire Hazard (Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:15:00 GMT) The battery case can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.

Ocean Spray Voluntarily Recalls Limited Quantity of Original Flavor Craisins® Dried Cranberries and Bulk Dried Cranberries Sales (Sat, 26 Nov 2011 12:10:00 -0500)

Certain Dry Fish Brands Recalled:  1) Nova Brand Boyal  2) Munia Brand Churi  3) Nova Style Cold Smoked Salmon And Sable Fish Lox, Salmon Sushi Fillets, And Salmon Trim

Certain KEDS Girls' Shoes Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard (Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:50:00 GMT) Ornamental stars on the heel of the shoe may loosen, posing a laceration hazard.

Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Wind Tech Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard (Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The jackets have retractable cords with toggles at the hood/neck area and at the waist, which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Dutailier Group Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Fall Hazards(Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:00:00 GMT) The slats on the drop side can detach from the top and bottom rails creating a space between the slats. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib.

Battat Recalls Magnetic Sketchboards; Magnetic Pen Tip Poses Choking Hazards(Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:30:00 GMT) The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.

Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard (Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMT) The plastic fairy figures protrude from the top of the handle bar posing a laceration hazard if a child falls on them.

Molly's Kitchen Mini Chicken Pot Pie Empanadas Recalled That May Contain Foreign Materials (Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:10:50 GMT) Windsor Quality Food Co. Ltd., a Los Angeles, Calif., establishment is recalling approximately 11,390 pounds of chicken pot pie empanadas that may contain foreign materials.

Rite Aid Voluntarily Recalls 12 oz. Tins of Rich Fields Butter Cookies (Sat, 29 Oct 2011 19:50:00 -0400) Working in consultation with the United States Food and Drug Administration, Rite Aid has initiated a voluntary chainwide recall of approximately 85,000 tins of butter cookies distributed by Rite Aid under the Rich Fields brand name because of the possibility of contamination with Bacillus cereus.

Trek Recalls Certain Bikes  (Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:15:00 GMT) The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the

Target Recall Children's Frog Masks Due to Suffocation Hazard (Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:30:00 GMT) The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.

Nike All-American Recalled by Landshire, Inc Because of Possible Health Risk (Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:38:00 -0400) Landshire of St. Louis, MO is initiating a voluntary recall of 1,751 cases of the Nike All-American sandwich because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria Monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Jogging Strollers Recalled by B.O.B. Trailers Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The stroller canopy's embroidered logo's backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children

IKEA Recalls Children's Folding Tent Due to Laceration and Puncture Hazards(Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:30:00 GMT) The steel wire frame of the tent can break, producing sharp wire ends that can protrude through the tent fabric, posing a laceration or puncture hazard.

Yu Wei Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at jcpenney Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards(Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:45:00 GMT) The drop-side rails on the crib can malfunction, detach or unexpectedly fall down, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position. When this happens, a space is created into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and due to age-related wear and tear.

Kraft Foods Recalls Three Varieties of Velveeta Shells & Cheese Microwaveable Cups (Sat, 01 Oct 2011 12:41:00 -0400) Kraft Foods Global, Inc. is voluntarily recalling three varieties of Velveeta Shells & Cheese Single Serve Microwaveable Cups with limited “best when used byâ€� dates as a precaution due to the possible presence of small, thin wire bristle pieces.

Shermag Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMT) The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures can also occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear.

Musical Wooden Table Toys Recalled by Battat Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:00:00 GMT) Small pegs on the xylophone toy can loosen and detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

True Leaf Farms Announces Voluntary Recall of Bagged, Chopped Romaine(Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:51:00 -0400) True Leaf Farms is voluntarily recalling 90 cartons of chopped romaine because of the potential of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product was shipped between September 12 and 13 to an institutional food service distributor in Oregon who further distributed it to at least two

Little Tikes Expands Recall of Toy Workshop and Tool Sets Due to Choking Hazard (Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:00:00 GMT) The recalled workshop and tool sets have oversized, plastic toy nails that can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Recall of Certain Organic Grape Tomatoes Due to Possible Health Risk (Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:19:00 -0400) Andrew Williamson Fresh Produce is voluntarily recalling one lot of organic grape tomatoes sold under the Limited Edition® and Fresh & Easy labels due to a possible health risk from Salmonella. The recall notice is being issued out of an abundance of caution because one clamshell of Limited Edition organic grape tomatoes tested positive for Salmonella in a random sample collected and tested by the United States Department of Agriculture in Michigan.

Pepperidge Farm Recalls Limited Quantity Of Baked Naturals Sesame Sticks (Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:25:00 -0400) Pepperidge Farm, Incorporated is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of 10.2-ounce boxes of Baked Naturals Sesame Sticks as a precaution due to the possible presence of small, thin pieces of wire.

Certain  Bicycles Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled  (Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The bicycle chain can break, causing a rider to lose control and fall.

American Woodcrafters Recalls to Repair Bunk Beds Due To Fall Hazard (Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMT) The guard rails on upper bunks can crack and cause the mattress and its support rails to collapse, posing a fall hazard.

Weehoo Recalls Bike Trailers Due to Fall and Crash Hazards (Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:30:00 GMT) The receiver on the trailer's seat post hitch can crack and cause the trailer to detach, posing fall and crash hazards to the child in the seat.

Ground Turkey Products Recalled by Cargill Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination (Sun, 11 Sep 2011 05:06:35 -0400) Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, a Springdale, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 185,000 pounds of ground turkey products that may be contaminated with a strain of <em>Salmonella</em> Heidelberg.

Dolls Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids Due To Strangulation Hazard (Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The hair on the Chloe and Sophie dolls may contain loops that are large enough to fit around a child's head and neck, and the headband on the Audrey doll, if loosened, can form a loop that fits around a child's head and neck. These loops can pose a strangulation hazard.

Target Recalls to Repair Embark Resistance Cords Due to Injury Hazard(Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:30:00 GMT) A black plastic ball attached to the resistance cord's door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Wooden Rattle Recalled Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:45:00 GMT) The toy's U-shaped parts can break, posing a choking hazard.

Playsafe Swing Sets Recalled; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us (Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The sling-style swing seats can crack or split prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Table-Top Clip-on Chair Recalled by Phil & Teds USA Due to Fall and Amputation Hazards (Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:00:00 GMT) Missing or worn clamp pads allow the chairs to detach from a variety of different table surfaces, posing a fall hazard. In addition, when the chair detaches, children's fingers can be caught between the bar and clamping mechanism, posing an amputation hazard. Also, user instructions for the chairs are inadequate, increasing the likelihood of consumer misuse.

Radio Flyer Recalls Riding Toy (Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The riding toy can tip over allowing a child to fall forward while riding, posing a fall hazard to young children

Certain Ground Beef  Products Recalled Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Adulteration (Sat, 13 Aug 2011 02:08:52 GMT) National Beef Packing Co. LLC, a Dodge City, Kan., establishment, is recalling approximately 60,424 pounds of ground beef products that may be adulterated with E. coli O157:H7.

CERTAIN LAYER DIP PRODUCTS CONTAINING GUACAMOLE RECALLED (Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:50:00 -0400) Fresh Food Concepts, Inc. of Buena Park, CA is voluntarily recalling various Layer Dip products containing guacamole because the avocado has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems

Certain Fresh Strawberries in NW Oregon Recalled - Implicated In E. coli Outbreak (Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:41:00 -0400) Oregon Public Health officials have identified fresh strawberries from a Newberg farm as the source of a cluster of Escherichia coli O157:H7 infections that sickened at least 10 people last month, including one person who died. The strawberries were produced last month by Jaquith Strawberry Farm located at 23135 SW Jaquith Road in Newberg. Jaquith finished its strawberry season in late July, and its strawberries are no longer on the market.

Large National Ground Turkey Recall Due to Salmonella Contamination (Wed, 03 Aug 2011 20:48:43 -0400) Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, a Springdale, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 36 million pounds of ground turkey products that may be contaminated with a multi-drug resistant strain of <em>Salmonella</em> Heidelberg, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Recalled (Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:15:00 GMT) The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp edges. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.

Fisher-Price Recalls Little People Builders' Load 'n Go Wagons (Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:00:00 GMT) The back of the wagon's plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it.

Strollers Recalled by Phil & Teds USA Due to Risk of Injury from Brake Failure (Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard.

Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access (Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items.

Prime-Line Products Recalls Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads Due To Fall Hazard (Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT) Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC Voluntarily Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts and Spicy Sprouts Because Of Possible Health Risk (Fri, 01 Jul 2011 14:40:00 -0400) Moyie Springs, Idaho-Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC announced a voluntary recall of Alfalfa Sprouts and Spicy Sprouts because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled sprouts have been linked to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections.

Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT) Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Mizuno USA Inc. Recalls Baseball and Softball Gloves Due to Presence of Mold(Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMT) Some gloves were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems, or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.

Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:30:00 GMT) The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.

Swing Sets Recalled For Rotted Wood Problem (Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The wood in the posts of the fort sections on the swing sets can weaken due to rotting, posing a fall hazard.

One Product Lot Of TYLENOL® Extra Strength Caplets 225 Count Recalled (Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:27:00 -0400) Fort Washington, PA – McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., is recalling at the retail level one product lot (60,912 bottles) of TYLENOL®, Extra Strength Caplets, 225 count bottles, distributed in the U.S. The recalled product was manufactured in February, 2009. McNeil is taking this action following a small number of odor reports, including musty, moldy odor. The uncharacteristic musty, moldy odor has been linked to the presence of trace amounts of a chemical known as 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).

Rugby Children's Pain & Fever Concentrated Drops Recall (Thu, 23 Jun 2011 19:00:00 GMT) This over the counter medicine contains acetaminophen which calls for child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. Although the original bottle has child-resistant packaging, a separate dropper unit provided for dispensing the drug to children does not. When in use, a child can access the medicine, posing serious health problems or death if more than the recommended dosage is consumed.

GAMMA Sports Recalls Children's Tennis Racquets Due to Risk of Lead Exposure (Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:30:00 GMT) The orange grip tape on the tennis racket's handle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Target Recalls Infant Girls Sandals Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMT) The decorative plastic flowers can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Britax Recalls B-Nimble Strollers Due to Risk of Brake Failure (Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT) An audible click heard when the brake pedal is pressed can give a false impression that the brake is fully engaged when it is not. When the brake is not engaged, the stroller can move unexpectedly posing a risk of injury to the child occupant.

Child's Entrapment Death Prompts Big Lots Recall of Metal Futon Bunk Beds(Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:15:00 GMT) Children behind the futon or in the ladder area of the bunk bed can get entrapped when the futon and its metal frame are lowered from the seated to the flat position. Also, the space between the last rung on the bunk bed's ladder and the futon mattress is too small, which can allow a child's body to pass through, but not the head, posing a head and neck entrapment hazard.

Target Expands Recall of Child Booster Seats Following Additional Reports of Falls (Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The booster seat's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, allowing a child to fall from the chair and be injured.

TJ Max Recalls Garden Polka-Dot Girls' Dresses Due to Choking Hazard (Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:30:00 GMT) The decorative buttons on the front of the dress can detach, posing a choking hazard.

EKSuccess Brands Recalls American Girl Crafts Jewelry Kit Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The surface coating on some of the beads contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.

BRATZ MAKEUP Design Sketch Book Recalled (Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:29:00 -0400) MGA Entertainment of Van Nuys, CA is recalling 6,200 units of the Bratz Makeup Design Sketch Book. This product has the potential to be contaminated with Staphylococcus warneri and Staphylococcus intermedius. MGA is recalling products produced between November 5, 2010 and February 25, 2011. MGA has ceased production and distribution of this product.

Zooper Strollers Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard (Fri, 27 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The opening between the armrest bar/snack tray and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed. When using a stroller, parents are encouraged to always secure children by using the safety harness, and never leave the child unattended.

Dream on Me Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation, Laceration, and Fall Hazards (Tue, 24 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The drop-side rail hardware can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. In addition, the portable crib mattress support hardware and the drop-side release latch can break easily, and the slats can loosen or break and detach from the crib. Children can also cut themselves on exposed hardware inside the cribs.

Quenby Hall Blue Stilton Cheese Recalled (Wed, 18 May 2011 16:15:00 -0400) “Quenby Hall Blue Stilton Cheese” is being recalled by Schratter Foods Incorporated because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Additional Fingertip Amputations and Lacerations Prompt Reannouncement of November 2009 Recall of Strollers by Maclaren USA (Thu, 12 May 2011 19:30:00 GMT) The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.

Entenmann’s Bagged Pop’ems Donuts And Bimbo 8 Pack Donitas Donuts Due To Off-Smell And Possible Mold Growth(Wed, 11 May 2011 14:05:00 -0400) Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. is recalling the following Entenmann's brand bagged Pop'Ems donuts and Bimbo brand 8 pack Donitas donuts sold in the following states because they may develop an uncharacteristic smell and become moldy within the product code. The products were manufactured in the same facility

Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard (Wed, 11 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.

Consumers Alerted To Stop Using Certain Clip-on Chairs Due To Serious Dangers Posed To Children (Fri, 06 May 2011 20:50:00 GMT) The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns consumers that some "metoo" clip-on table top chairs, imported by phil & teds USA Inc., of Fort Collins, Colo. put young children at risk of serious injury due to multiple safety hazards. CPSC is urging consumers to stop using some metoo clip-on chairs immediately.

Certain Bunk Beds Recalled Due to Collapse and Fall Hazards (Thu, 05 May 2011 14:30:00 GMT) The wooden side rails that run from the headboard to the footboard and hold the bunk bed's mattress in place can split and cause the bunk bed to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

 

Sandbox Medical, LLC Recalls Pacifier Clip Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 03 May 2011 17:30:00 GMT) The clip can break apart, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Disney Princess Plastic Trikes Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard(Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:00:00 GMT) The plastic castle display and the princess figures protruding from the top of the handle bar pose a laceration hazard if a child falls on it.

Children's Scooters Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard(Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:00:00 GMT) A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.

Wrist Rattles and Baby Booties Recalled by Midwest-CBK Due to Choking Hazard(Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The pom-poms attached to the wrist rattles and booties can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Girl's Clothing Recalled by My Michelle Due to Risk of Lead Exposure (Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:30:00 GMT) The jewelry and decorative trim attached to the girl's garments contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Fashionviews Inc. Recalls P.Jamas Children's Sleepwear Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The garments fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Pampers(r) Natural Stages Pacifiers Recalled by Key Baby Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Infant Bed-Side Sleepers AKA: Co-sleepers Recalled Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT) When the fabric liner is not used or is not securely attached, infants can fall from the raised mattress into the loose fabric at the bottom of the bed-side sleeper or can become entrapped between the edge of the mattress and the side of the sleeper, posing risks of suffocation.

Infantino Recalls Toy Activity Trucks Due to Choking Hazard (Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The plastic beads on the activity truck's bead runs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Jennie-O Recalls Turkey Burger Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination (Sat, 02 Apr 2011 04:10:33 GMT) Jennie-O Turkey is recalling approximately 54,960 pounds of frozen, raw turkey burger products that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Cottage Grove Farmhouse Bakery Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Pasteurized Egg White In Breads (Fri, 01 Apr 2011 21:31:00 -0400) Cottage Grove Farmhouse Bakery, Cottage Grove, Oregon is recalling Wheat Sourdough Bread, Oatmeal Bread, and Garlic Basil Parmesan Bread because they may contain undeclared Pasteurized Egg white. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Candy Dynamics Recalls Toxic Waste® Short Circuits™ Bubble Gum Net wt. 3.2 oz (Sun, 27 Mar 2011 16:42:00 -0400) Circle City Marketing and Distributing, doing business as Candy Dynamics, Indianapolis, IN, is issuing a voluntary recall of Toxic Waste® Short Circuits™ Bubble Gum, 3.2 oz (90 g) size, Lot #15070SC12. The product is imported from Pakistan.

Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announcement of Delta Enterprise "Safety Peg" Drop-Side Crib Recall to Repair (Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y. are re-announcing the 2008 recall of more than 985,000 drop-side cribs with "Crib Trigger Lock and Safety Peg" hardware. In January 2011, CPSC and Delta learned of a 2009 death in which 7-month-old girl from Colorado Springs, Colo. became entrapped and suffocated between the detached drop-side and mattress of her recalled crib. The crib was purchased secondhand and re-assembled without safety pegs in the bottom tracks

Many Car Seats Recalled March 18, 2011, Certain Models of:

MAXI-COSI CYBEX EVENFLO CHAPERONE DJG

Pogo Sticks Recalled by Bravo Sports Due to Risk of Serious Injury (Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The bottom of the pogo stick's frame tube can break or come apart and a pin holding the spring in place can break, posing laceration and fall hazards to consumers.

Matilda Jane Recalls Girl's Chelsa Dress Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 15 Mar 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The buttons can come off, posing a choking hazard.

Lean Cuisine Spaghetti And Meatball Recalled;  May Contain Foreign Materials (Mon, 14 Mar 2011 22:50:52 GMT) Nestle Prepared Foods Company, Gaffney, S.C., establishment, is recalling approximately 10,260 pounds of frozen spaghetti and meatball entrees.

Holiday Rattle Baby Slippers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walgreens (Thu, 10 Mar 2011 21:00:00 GMT) The internal stuffing and rattle inside the slippers decorative figures can be pulled out, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Kid O Products Recalls Wooden Puzzles Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:45:00 GMT) The knobs attached to the puzzle fruits can come loose, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Rattles Recalled by Rhino Toys Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.

AOSOM Recalls Wooden Playpens Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards (Thu, 03 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The wooden playpen can break, split and/or crack at points where screws and other hardware are located. Small, broken wood pieces and hardware from the playpen can pose a risk of choking and laceration hazards to children. In addition, an unstable playpen can fall over onto a child, posing an entrapment hazard

Baby Jogger LLC Recalls Baby Jogger Jump Seats Due to Fall Hazard (Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMT) If the Jump Seat does not properly lock into place, the Jump Seat could disengage from the stroller allowing the child to fall out.

Beaded Door Curtains Recalled Due to Risk of Strangulation; Sold Exclusively at Target (Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:30:00 GMT) Strangulations can occur when a child plays with the beaded strands by wrapping them around their necks or by creating loops in which they can insert their heads. Also, children can get entangled in the strands, which are prone to entangle, just by running through the doorway.

Recall of Some Broccoli Items (Mon, 28 Feb 2011 11:11:00 -0500) Taylor Farms Pacific is voluntarily recalling the follow items with the specific product codes dates in a limited distribution showing Best if Used by from 2/7/11 to 3/7/11 out of an abundance of caution due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall.

Jogging Strollers Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 23 Feb 2011 18:30:00 GMT) A drawstring on the stroller can get wrapped around a child's neck, posing a strangulation hazard.

IKEA Recalls Cribs Due to Mattress Support Collapse; Cribs Pose Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards(Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMT) The four bolts provided with some SNIGLAR cribs to secure the mattress support are not long enough. This can cause the mattress support to detach and collapse, creating a risk of entrapment and suffocation to a child in the crib.

DJG  Recalls Infant Convertible Booster Seats ( 11C001000 ) (Sat, 19 Feb 2011 06:00:01 EST) Dated: FEB 10, 2011 DOREL JUVENILE GROUP (DJG) IS RECALLING CERTAIN INFANT, CONVERTIBLE, AND BOOSTER CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS WHICH WERE SOLD BOTH AS STAND ALONE SEATS OR PART OF A TRAVEL SYSTEM (WITH STROLLER). CHILD R...

Perfect Pullup Recalled by Perfect Fitness Due to Fall Injury Hazard (Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMT) The plastic handle on the recalled product can crack posing a fall injury hazard for the user.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation (Wed, 16 Feb 2011 19:30:00 GMT) Watch battery current interacting with nickel in the watch's stainless steel back can cause skin irritation and/or burning sensations to children who are allergic to nickel.

Bassinets Recalled by Burlington Basket Company Due to Fall Hazard (Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:30:00 GMT) If the cross-bracing rails are not fully locked into position, the bassinets can collapse causing the infant to fall to the floor or fall within the bassinet and suffer injuries.

Recall on Child Chairs Due To Fall Hazard (Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:30:00 GMT) The chair can tip over, posing a fall hazard.

Free Newborn Mittens Distributed by Hospitals Recalled Due to Choking Hazard(Tue, 15 Feb 2011 19:30:00 GMT) Decorations on the mittens can be pulled off, posing a choking hazard

Two Strangulation Deaths Prompt Recall of Video Baby Monitors with Cords (Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:00:00 GMT) The cords can present a strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers if placed too close to a crib. Because of this serious strangulation risk, parents and caregivers should never place these and other corded cameras within three feet of a crib.

Video Baby Monitors With Rechargeable Batteries Recalled -  Sold at Babies R Us (Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:00:00 GMT) The battery in the handheld video monitor can overheat and rupture, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Playsets Recalled Due to Fall Hazard (Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The swing seats on the playsets can crack and break in half, causing the user to fall to the ground

f’real® foods Issues Voluntary Recall of Strawberry Banana Smoothies Due to Potential Peanut Content (Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:48:00 -0500) f’real® foods announced today a voluntary recall of f’real®Strawberry Banana Smoothies (Lot # 06/21/2012) produced at Smith Dairy Products Company in Orrville, Ohio. The company is recalling one specific lot as it may contain peanuts, an undeclared allergen.

Hoover Recalls WindTunnel Canister Vacuums Due to Fire and Shock Hazards(Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The power cord between the power nozzle and the wand connector can short-circuit posing fire and shock hazards to consumers. This condition can occur even if the vacuum has been turned off but left plugged in.

AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard (Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:30:00 GMT) An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can bu

Snow Bikes Recalled by Tech 4 Kids Due to Fall Hazard (Tue, 08 Feb 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The front ski can crack or break, causing the snow bike to stop suddenly and posing a fall hazard to consumers

BIOSAN LABORATORIES ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED SOY IN VITAMIN AND NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:35:00 -0500) BioSan Laboratories, Inc is conducting a voluntary recall on its products sold under the EssentialsTM and RightFoodTM Brands, as well as Therapeutix Cardio Strength and Innate Cardio Response. These products may contain undeclared soy flour.

"SafetyCraft" Brand Drop-Side Cribs Pose Risks of Strangulation, Suffocation; Hardware Linked to Deaths and Injuries(Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:00:00 GMT) The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers that "SafetyCraft" brand full-size and portable drop-side cribs manufactured or distributed by Generation 2 Worldwide of Dothan, Alabama, contain drop-side hardware that can fail and place infants and toddlers at risk of strangulation and suffocation. CPSC staff urges parents and caregivers to stop using these cribs immediately and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Do not attempt to fix these cribs.

Infant Teethers/Rattles Due to an Ingestion Hazard (Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT) Small pieces of the plastic ball can detach as a result of children chewing on the teether/rattle, posing an ingestion hazard.

Sabor Farms Recalls Four Brands Of Cilantro Because Of Possible Health Risk(Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:26:00 -0500) Sabor Farms, LLC. of Salinas, CA is recalling fresh cilantro because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The cilantro was on store shelves in multiple states beginning January 14 and likely sold or removed from sale before January 28, 2011.

KEEBLER ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON MISLABELED 8-COUNT CARTONS OF FUDGE SHOPPE® JUMBO FUDGE STICKS SOLD AT CONVENIENCE STORES (Fri, 28 Jan 2011 10:50:00 -0500) BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Jan. 27, 2011 – Keebler® is recalling a limited quantity of 8-count cartons of Fudge Shoppe® Jumbo Fudge Sticks sold at convenience stores. This recall was initiated because the cartons contain individually wrapped Jumbo Peanut Butter Sticks. The individually wrapped cookie sticks are correctly labeled.

Paintball Marker Recalled Due To Injury Hazard (Thu, 27 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT) When users attempt to pierce the CO2 cartridge by closing the lever to the cartridge chamber, the cartridge can fly out of the marker, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Jogging Strollers Recalled Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards (Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:30:00 GMT) When folding and unfolding the stroller, a consumer's finger can become caught in the hinge mechanism, posing amputation and laceration hazards.

IKEA Recalls Glass Mugs Due to Laceration Hazard (Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:00:00 GMT) The inner walls of the double-walled glasses can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Step Ladders Recalled Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 20 Jan 2011 20:00:00 GMT) The ladders can unexpectedly break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Candy Dynamics Recalls Toxic Waste® brand Nuclear Sludge® Chew Bars (Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:03:00 -0500) Circle City Marketing and Distributing doing business as Candy Dynamics, Indianapolis, IN, is issuing a voluntary recall of all Toxic Waste® brand Nuclear Sludge® Chew Bars, all flavors, Net wt. 0.7 oz (20 g) package. The product is imported from Pakistan.

Teething Rings Recalled by Calisson Due to Ingestion Hazard (Wed, 12 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT) If the teething ring is punctured, bacteria and mold can grow inside the teether's untreated liquid. This poses an ingestion hazard to infants and can lead to diarrhea and vomiting.

Kid O Products Recalls Baby Rattles Due To Choking Hazard (Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The baby rattle's beads can come off when the rattle is twisted or pulled forcefully, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Toy Mobile Phones Recalled by Discovery Toys Due to Choking Hazard(Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:00:00 GMT) The clear plastic antenna can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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Foods & Formula:

Salsa Cycles Recalls Handlebar Stems Due to Fall Hazard (Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The handlebar stems can crack or break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

RECALLS  OF CLOVER SPROUTS AND CLOVER SPROUT MIXES BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK (Mon, 03 Jan 2011 17:17:00 -0500) Sprouters Northwest, Inc. of Kent, WA, is recalling all of its clover and clover mix products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

Firm Recalls Teriyaki Beef Jerky Products Due To Mislabeling and an Undeclared Wheat Allergen (Wed, 29 Dec 2010 20:13:57 -0500) Bach Cúc Beef Jerky, Inc., a South El Monte, Calif., establishment, is recalling approximately 3,874 pounds of teriyaki beef jerky products because they contain an undeclared allergen, wheat.

J&D Produce Announces Precautionary, Voluntary Recall Of Fresh Greens(Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:26:00 -0500) Following confirmation from regulators of a positive test for salmonella on curly parsley in Quebec and cilantro in Detroit, J&D Produce Inc. is initiating a precautionary, voluntary recall of these two items and other potentially affected products packed only Nov. 30 and Dec. 6, 2010. There have been no reported illnesses.

Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Walnut Products Because of Possible Health Risk (Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:40:00 -0500) Tropical Nut & Fruit of Charlotte, NC, is voluntarily recalling all its products containing walnuts supplied by Atlas Walnuts, LLC after November 16, 2010 because they have the potential to contain Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Toffutti Brands Recalls Yours Truly Frozen Dessert Cones Due To Possible Trace Level Milk Contamination (Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:07:00 -0500) Toffutti Brands Inc. has announced a precautionary recall of 25 pallets of its 4-Pack YOURS TRULY frozen dessert cones (UPC 0-2018801500-9) due to possible trace level milk contamination reported for one lot of product shipped which was produced in August of 2010. YOURS TRULY CONES are labeled as Milk Free and persons who have an allergy or severe sensitivity or intolerance to Milk products run the risk of serious or life-threatening injury if they consume products with milk ingredients.

Frontier Natural Bulk and Whole Foods Brand Nutmeg Recalled due to Salmonella (Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:08:00 -0500) In response to a recall commenced by its supplier (Mincing Overseas Spice Company, Dayton, New Jersey), Frontier Natural Products Co-op, is voluntarily recalling two products manufactured with non-organic nutmeg that were sold under the Frontier brand and under the Whole Foods Market brand listed below that contain nutmeg supplied by Mincing Overseas Spice Company. The nutmeg has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Some cheese products sold under the Whole Foods Market label recalled in 5 Western states (Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:05:00 -0500) Whole Foods Market announces that one of its suppliers, Bravo Farms of Traver, California, has issued a voluntary recall due to evidence of Listeria and E. coli contamination at their plant. Bravo’s products at Whole Foods Market stores in Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington are part of this recall since they were cut and packaged in clear plastic wrap and sold with a “Distributed by Whole Foods Market” sticker.

KRUNCHERS! INC. RECALLS 18 CASES OF JAYS ORIGINAL POTATO CHIPS BECAUSE OF UNDECLARED MILK ALLERGEN (Mon, 22 Nov 2010 18:54:00 -0500) In order to be overly cautious and protect public health, Krunchers! Inc. is recalling all Jays Original Potato Chips that were produced the day of the incident; nevertheless, 18 cases are affected. The recall is the result of seasoning containing a milk allergen in an Original Potato Chip bag.

Del Bueno Recalls Cheese Because Of Possible Health Risk (Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:04:00 -0500) Del Bueno of Grandview, WA is recalling all size packages of Queso Fresco Fresh Cheese, Queso Panela Fresh Cheese, Requeson Mexican Style Ricotta Cheese, and Queso Enchilado Dry Cheese because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women...

California Firm Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Pasta Salad Products Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination (Fri, 05 Nov 2010 21:53:26 -0400) APPA Fine Foods, a Corona, Calif., establishment, is recalling approximately 7,325 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken pasta salad products because they contain cilantro that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Baugher Enterprise, Inc. Recalls Baugher's Apple Cider Because of Possible Health Risk (Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:47:00 -0400) Baugher Enterprise, Inc, of Westminster, Maryland, is recalling all production of Baugher's Apple Cider because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools

Texas Firm Recalls Fully Cooked Ready-To-Eat Turkey Breast Products for Possible Listeria Contamination (Mon, 15 Nov 2010 01:59:19 GMT) New Braunfels Smokehouse  is recalling approximately 2,609 pounds of fully cooked, ready-to-eat smoked turkey breast products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm).

DPI Specialty Foods Recalls Mauri Brand Gorgonzola Because of Possible Health Risk (Fri, 12 Nov 2010 18:35:00 -0500) DPI Specialty Foods of Tualatin, OR is recalling Mauri Brand Gorgonzola cheese because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness, often with bloody stools.

Gorgonzola Cheese Sold at Costco Recalled Due to Contamination With E.coli O157:H7 (Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:13:00 -0500) State health department officials are warning consumers who purchased Mauri Gorgonzola cheese with sell by dates January 13, 2011, and January 14, 2011, that the product has been recalled by the distributor, DPI Specialty Foods of Tualatin, Ore., because E. coli O157:H7 was found in an unopened package tested at the state health department's laboratory. When notified of the positive result on Wednesday, the company immediately recalled the cheese.

Abbott Voluntarily Recalls Certain Similac® Brand Powder Infant Formulas That Did Not Meet Its Quality Standards(Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:54:00 -0400) Abbott is initiating a proactive, voluntary recall of certain Similac-brand, powder infant formulas in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and some countries in the Caribbean. Abott is recalling these products following an internal quality review, which detected the remote possibility of the presence of a small common beetle in the product produced in one production area in a single manufacturing facility.

Orval Kent Food Company, Inc Voluntarily Recalls Products Containing Cilantro Due to Possible Health Risk (Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:26:00 -0500) Orval Kent announced today that it is voluntarily recalling 23 products as a precautionary measure because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella.   These include items sold in Mid-Valley markets, please click the link above.

Montalvan's Sales, Inc. Recalls "La Nuestra" Brand Mamey Ice Cream Because of Potential Health Risk (Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:53:00 -0400) As a precautionary measure, Montalvan's Sales, Inc. of Ontario, CA has voluntarily recalled "La Nuestra" brand frozen Mamey Ice Cream due to a potential health risk from Salmonella Typhi. Typhoid fever is a life-threatening illness caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi.

Living Foods Inc. Initiates a Voluntary Market Withdrawal of Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk (Thu, 07 Oct 2010 15:12:00 -0400) Out of an abundance of caution, Living Foods, Inc. of Ionia, Michigan is recalling bulk and retail-size packages of Alfalfa Sprouts, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

Lucerne Foods Voluntarily Recalls Oregon Western Hazelnut Bread Sold at Safeway and WinCo stores in 12 States Due to Undeclared Nut Content (Tue,05 Oct 2010 10:53:00 -0400) Lucerne Foods today announced the voluntary recall of Oregon Bread’s Western Hazelnut Bread (white bread only) sold at Safeway and WinCo stores in 12 states due to the presence of three undeclared tree nuts — cashews, almonds and Brazil nuts. The recall does NOT include the brand’s whole wheat bread. The UPC product code, found on the bottom of the bag, is 3945500371.

Rising Dough Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in the Rising Dough Brand Individual Wrapped Cranberry Muffins (Fri, 01 Oct 2010 16:18:00 -0400) Rising Dough Bakery of Sacramento, California is voluntarily recalling all Rising Dough Brand Individual Wrapped Cranberry Muffins, because it contains undeclared Walnuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Cribs, Car Seats, Strollers, Accessories:

Bassettbaby Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:00:00 GMT) The cribs' drop-side rail can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to detach from the crib. When a drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop-side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child also can fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents also can occur due to incorrect assembly and age-related wear and tear.

Infant Car Seats Recalled by BRITAX Due to Laceration and Choking Hazards(Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The harness chest clip can break and pose a laceration hazard. Due to its small size it also poses a choking hazard.

CHAPERONE Infant Car Seats Recalled by BRITAX ( 10C006000 ) (Sat, 30 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: OCT 25, 2010 BRITAX IS RECALLING CERTAIN BRITAX CHAPERON INFANT CAR SEATS MODEL E9L69N9 MOONSTONE, E9L69P2 RED MILL, E9L69P3 SAVANNAH, AND E9L69P5 COWMOOFLAGE, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2009 THROUGH MAY 2010. THE C...

Graco Recalls Quattro and MetroLite Strollers Due to Risk of Entrapment and Strangulation (Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:30:00 GMT) Entrapment and strangulation can occur, especially to infants younger than 12 months of age, when a child is not harnessed. An infant can pass through the opening between the stroller tray and seat bottom, but his/her head and neck can become entrapped by the tray. Infants who become entrapped at the neck are at risk of strangulation.

Victory Land Group Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at Kmart Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:30:00 GMT) The crib's drop-side rail can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop-side to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to age-related wear and tear.

Angel Line Recalls to Repair Longwood Forest Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards(Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:30:00 GMT) The crib's drop-side rail hardware can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop-side rail to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents also can occur due to age-related wear and tear.

Ethan Allen Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:30:00 GMT) The crib's drop-side rail hardware can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side rail to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.

EVENFLO ( 10C005000 ) (Sat, 16 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: OCT 12, 2010 EVENFLO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MAESTRO CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS WITH MODEL NUMBERS BEGINNING WITH 310 AND BUILT FROM NOVEMBER 24, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 9, 2010. THESE SEATS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE STRUCTUR...

"Alexander Designs" Brand Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at JCPenney Recalled for Repair Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards (Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:30:00 GMT) The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures also can occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear.

Valco Baby Recalls Jogging Strollers Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT) The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck by the grab bar, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.

CYBEX ( 10C003000 ) (Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: JUL 23, 2010 CERTAIN CYBEX SOLUTION X-FIX MODEL BOOSTER SEATS MANUFACTURED DURING FEBRUARY 2010, WERE PRODUCED USING AN INCORRECT WARNING LABEL. THE DEFECT CONSISTS OF AN INCORRECT WARNING STATEMENT RELATED TO SE...

MAXI-COSI ( 10C001000 ) (Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: FEB 03, 2010 DOREL JUVENILE GROUP (DJG) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MAXI-COSI MICO INFANT CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, MODELS 22-371 HFL, JUC, LMD, PNG, AND ORE; 22-372 TTH; AND MAXI-COSI MICO INFANT CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM -...

EDDIE BAUER ( 02C026000 ) (Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: APR 10, 2002 ON CERTAIN DOREL JUVENILE GROUP (DJG) CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, 2000, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2001, THE TETHER WEBBING FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE ABRASION REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERA...

COSCO ( 02C026000 ) (Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: APR 10, 2002 ON CERTAIN DOREL JUVENILE GROUP (DJG) CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, 2000, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2001, THE TETHER WEBBING FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE ABRASION REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERA...

COSCO ( 02C053000 ) (Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:00:00 EST) Dated: SEP 17, 2002 THESE DOREL JUVENILE GROUP (DJG) CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 15 TO AUGUST 1, 2002 WITH 6 PANEL WELLINGTON WEBBING HARNESSES, FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR V...

Fisher-Price Recalls Healthy Care, Easy Clean and Close to Me High Chairs Due to Laceration Hazard (Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT) Children can fall on or against the pegs on the rear legs of the high chair resulting in injuries or lacerations. The pegs are used for high chair tray storage.

Toys,  Bikes & Sporting Goods:

Ceramic Banks Recalled by Oriental Trading Company Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:00:00 GMT) The yellow surface paint on the banks contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

Zoom Buggy Cars and Dream Pillow Stars Recalled by Kindermusik Due to Choking Hazard (Wed, 22 Dec 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The wheels on the Zoom Buggy cars and plastic beads on the Dream Pillow Star can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

American Eagle Outfitters Recalls Girls Toddler Outfits Due to Choking Hazard(Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT) The metal clasp at the waistband can detach from the garment, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Circo Children's Tent / Camping Combo Pack Sold at Target Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard (Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT) The floor of the tent failed a flammability test and poses a fire hazard.

Some models of bicycles from Raleigh, Litespeed, Fuji, Scattante, Cannondale, Bianchi, Felt and Quintana Roo with Full Speed Ahead Crank Sets Recalled Due To Crash Hazard (Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMT) If the fixing bolt is over-tightened on the non-drive crank arm, the bolt shoulder can crack or break. If this occurs, the non-drive arm can fall off the bicycle causing the rider to crash and suffer injuries.

Rocking Horse Depot Recalls to Repair Rocking Horse Toys Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The reins on the rocking horse bridle are long enough to form a loop around a child's head and neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Projector Flashlights Due to Fire and Burn Hazards(Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:20:00 GMT) The flashlights can cause the batteries and/or bulb to overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Bathtub Toys Recalled by Munchkin Due to Risk of Injury (Mon, 18 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMT) The intake valve on the bottom of the submarine toy can suck up loose skin, posing laceration hazard to children.

Big Ideas Marketing Recalls to Repair Horse-on-a-Stick Toys Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The reins on horse-on-a-stick toy's bridle are long enough to form a loop around a child's head and neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Rollerblade USA Recalls to Repair Inline Skates Due to Risk of Injury (Tue, 09 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The frame mounting bolts and wheel axle bolts can be loose on new skates. Loose wheels or frames on the skates can cause the rider to fall, posing a risk of injury.  Inspect and continue to inspect regularly and tighten if necessary.

Bicycles Recalled by Easton Sports; Seat Post Poses Fall Hazard (Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The carbon top clamp of the seat post can crack, posing a fall hazard to the user.

The Hive Announces Recall to Repair Revl Carbon Road Bicycle Brakes Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 14 Oct 2010 18:20:00 GMT) The cable clamping area of the bicycle brakes can crack over time, causing the brakes to fail. This could pose a fall or crash hazard to the cyclist.

Tike Tech Recalls Jogging Strollers Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT) The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck by the grab bar, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.

Fisher-Price Recalls Infant Toys with Inflatable Balls Due to Choking Hazard(Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT) The valve of the inflatable ball on these toys can come off and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Fisher-Price Recalls Little People Wheelies Stand 'n Play Rampway Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT) The wheels on the purple and the green cars can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Fisher-Price Recalls Children's Trikes Due to Risk of Serious Injury (Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT) A child can strike, sit or fall on the protruding plastic ignition key resulting in serious injury, including genital bleeding.

Sunrise Medical Recalls Quickie(r) Shark Bikes Due to Footrest Failure (Mon, 27 Sep 2010 17:00:00 GMT) The custom footrests can break, posing a risk of injury to the rider.

Bravo Sports Recalls Trampolines Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:30:00 GMT) Incorrectly assembled trampolines can allow the top rails and legs to bend or break during normal use, resulting in partial collapse of the trampoline. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.

Apparel:

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Applique Due to Choking Hazard (Thu, 23 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT) The leg warmers and socks have a heart applique that can detach, posi

Girls' Ruffle Vests Recalled by The Children's Place Due to Choking Hazard(Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT) Metal snaps may detach from garment causing a choking hazard.

Meijer Recalls Infant Shoes Due to Choking Hazard (Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT) The shoe lace toggles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Infant's Overalls Recalled by Lollytogs Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:30:00 GMT) The overalls have snaps that could come loose and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Children's Furniture:

First Years /  American Red Cross Recalls Cabinet Swing Locks (Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:00:00 GMT) The installed latches can break and children could gain access to contents of a cabinet, posing the risk of.  This failure can mean small children gain access that parents intended to safeguard them from.

Popular Night Lights Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard (Tue, 02 Dec 2010 20:00:00 GMT) An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.

PBteen Recalls to Repair Sleep and Study Loft Beds Due to Fall and Injury Hazards(Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMT) The side rail on the bed can crack allowing the mattress support to collapse, posing a fall and injury hazard to users.

Green Mountain Vista Inc. Recalls Roman Shades due to Risk of Strangulation(Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:30:00 GMT) Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

Medications:

Abbott Diabetes Care Announces Recall of Certain Lots of Diabetes Test Strips(Thu, 23 Dec 2010 20:41:00 -0500) Precision Xceed Pro, Precision Xtra, Medisense Optium, more

Nationwide Recall of Certain Over-The-Counter Cold Relief Products that are Mislabeled. (Fri, 10 Dec 2010 19:42:00 -0500)  Cold medicines sold under various brand names (click above for details)  and manufactured by Reese Pharmaceutical Company of Cleveland, Ohio voluntarily recalled.   Lot# 091612 only in 60-count size bottles identified under four different brand names, listed in the table below, because cold decongestant tablets (containing Acetaminophen 325 mg, Phenylephrine 5 mg & Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg) were mislabeled as containing only 200mg Guaifenesin tablets. This mislabeling could cause a consumer to ingest the product and unknowingly be exposed to serious side effects of acetaminophen, phenylephrine or chlorpheniramine.

Recall of Children's BENADRYL&#174; Allergy FASTMELT&#174; Tablets and Junior Strength MOTRIN&#174; Caplets(Sat, 27 Nov 2010 09:22:00 -0500) In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of all product lots of Children's BENADRYL&#174; Allergy FASTMELT&#174; Tablets, in cherry and grape flavors, that were distributed in the United States, Belize, Barbados, Canada, Puerto Rico, St. Martin, and St. Thomas and all product lots of Junior Strength MOTRIN&#174; Caplets, 24 count, that were distributed in the United States.

Recall of Tylenol Cold Liquid Products(Sat, 27 Nov 2010 10:42:00 -0500) In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., is recalling, from the wholesale and retail level, three TYLENOL® Cold Multi-Symptom liquid products in order to update the labeling for these products. The specific products involved, listed below, are sold in the United States.

Large Rolaids Recall (Mon, 13 Dec 2010 17:26:00 -0500) McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of ROLAIDS® Extra Strength Softchews, ROLAIDS® Extra Strength plus Gas Softchews, and ROLAIDS® Multi-Symptom plus Anti-Gas Softchews (full product details below) distributed in the United States. McNeil is taking this action following some consumer reports of foreign materials in the product, including metal and wood particles.

McNeil Consumer Healthcare Announces Voluntary Recall of One Product Lot of TYLENOL® 8 Hour Caplets 50 Count Sold in The United States and Puerto Rico(Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:23:00 -0400) McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., is recalling one product lot of TYLENOL® 8 Hour caplets 50 count bottles to the retail level. McNeil is taking this action following a small number of complaints of a musty or moldy odor. The uncharacteristic odor is thought to be caused by the presence of trace amounts of a chemical called 2,4,6-tribromoanisole. This voluntary action is being taken as a precaution and the risk of adverse medical events is remote. To date, observed events reported to McNeil for this lot were temporary and non-serious.

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare Issues Voluntary Recall of One Lot of ThermaCare HeatWraps Menstrual Product (Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:11:00 -0400) Sept. 24, 2010 Madison, NJ – Pfizer Consumer Healthcare, a business of Pfizer, Inc., announced today a voluntary recall of one lot of its ThermaCare HeatWraps Menstrual product distributed in the United States and Puerto Rico.

LIPITOR Recall Information (Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:15:00 -0400) Pfizer recalled specific bottles of LIPITOR (40 mg only) due to a small number of reports of an uncharacteristic odor related to the bottles in which LIPITOR is packaged. A medical assessment has determined that the odor is not likely to cause adverse health consequences in patients taking LIPITOR.

Gaspari Nutrition Nutrition Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Novedex XT, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement Containing ATD (Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:43:00 -0400) Gaspari Nutrition Incorproated, 575 Prospect Street - Suite 230, Lakewood, NJ, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of all Lot Codes of the company's dietary supplement product sold under the name Novedex XT, which was marketed "for increasing natural testosterone production" and contains 3,17-keto-etiocholetriene, also known as ATD, an anti-aromatase. Gaspari Nutrition is conducting this consumer level recall after being informed by representatives of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that 3,17-keto-etiocholetriene does not meet the definition of a dietary ingredient and therefore the product is in violation of provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Amgen Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall Of Certain Lots Of Epogen® And Procrit® (Epoetin Alfa) (Fri, 24 Sep 2010 19:27:00 -0400) Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) announced today that certain lots of EPOGEN® and PROCRIT® (Epoetin alfa) vials are being voluntarily recalled from specialty distributors, wholesalers, pharmacies and healthcare providers as a precaution. The product that is being recalled may contain extremely thin glass flakes (lamellae) that are barely visible in most cases...

Advisement:

CPSC and Child Safety Partners Launch National Education Campaign on Crib Safety For New and Expectant Parents(Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:30:00 GMT) Today, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) joined three child safety organizations at NewYork Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital to release "Safe Sleep for Babies," a new crib safety video aimed at helping all new parents avoid suffocation, strangulation and entrapment risks in the sleep environment.

Deaths Prompt CPSC, FDA Warning on Infant Sleep Positioners (Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:00:00 GMT) The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today warned consumers to stop using infant sleep positioners. Over the past 13 years, CPSC and the FDA have received 12 reports of infants between the ages of 1 month and 4 four months who died when they suffocated in sleep positioners or became trapped and suffocated between a sleep positioner and the side of a crib or bassinet.

Miscellaneous:

Children's Hooded Jackets and Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled By VOS Sports Due To Strangulation Hazard (Fri, 19 Nov 2010 19:00:00 GMT) The children's hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood and/or waist that can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. Recalls Limited Production Code Dates of Dry Dog Food Because of Possible Excess Vitamin D (Fri, 08 Oct 2010 17:26:00 -0400) Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd., recalls certain dry dog food because of possible excess Vitamin D that can affect the health of some dogs. The Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd., is recalling certain packages of its Wilderness Chicken, Basics Salmon and Large Breed Adult Chicken dry dog foods sold under thc "BLUE" brand which have the potential to contain excessive levels of Vitamin D.

Trisonic Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Recalled Due To Fire Hazard (Tue, 05 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT) Light bulb may overheat and catch fire.

Home Improvement Books Recalled by Oxmoor House Due to Faulty Wiring Instructions; Shock and Fire Hazards to Consumers(Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:30:00 GMT) The books contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fire hazard to consumers.

Black & Decker Recalls Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard(Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT) The lawnmower's motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower's safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.

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