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Candy recalled for choking danger; Starbucks mugs recalled after severe burns reported
Read full article: Candy recalled for choking danger; Starbucks mugs recalled after severe burns reportedRoller ball candy is the focus of a safety warning and recall after one child died and another had emergency surgery.
Recall roundup: Quaker Oats granola bars, TGI Fridays chicken bites recalled
Read full article: Recall roundup: Quaker Oats granola bars, TGI Fridays chicken bites recalledCheck the pantry and the freezer. Quaker Oats issued a nationwide recall for a long list of granola bars and cereals, while TGI Fridays recalled frozen chicken bites.
San Antonio mom feels vindicated after tests show water beads can be toxic
Read full article: San Antonio mom feels vindicated after tests show water beads can be toxicTests by consumer advocates and federal regulators reveal what a local mom has been saying for years: water bead toys can contain toxic chemicals.
Water beads linked to thousands of ER visits
Read full article: Water beads linked to thousands of ER visitsWater beads are marketed as safe sensory toys for children over three. But, they've been linked to thousands of emergency room visits and at least one death in the U.S. Last week's recall of one toy is not enough, a San Antonio mother says.
Water beads sold at Target recalled after report of baby’s death
Read full article: Water beads sold at Target recalled after report of baby’s deathThousands of Chuckle and Roar water bead kits have been recalled, but a San Antonio mother whose daughter was injured by a similar product wants them banned as toys.
Recall roundup: Johnsonville sausage, Ashley furniture, bike helmets, infant bath seats pulled for safety
Read full article: Recall roundup: Johnsonville sausage, Ashley furniture, bike helmets, infant bath seats pulled for safetyJohnsonville recalled more than 20 tons of ready-to-eat sausage. Other product recalls include bike helmets, Ashley furniture, and infant bath seats.
Baby Trend, CPSC warn about stroller canopy after child dies
Read full article: Baby Trend, CPSC warn about stroller canopy after child diesBaby Trend and the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission issued a warning about some popular strollers after the death of a 14-month-old child. Also, some Purina dry dog food, IKEA chairs and baby toys are recalled.
‘Babies continue to die’: CPSC implores parents to stop using inclined sleep products
Read full article: ‘Babies continue to die’: CPSC implores parents to stop using inclined sleep productsFisher-Price and Kids2 repeat their 2019 massive recall of inclined infant sleepers, as at least 12 more infants have died since that recall.
The Laundress recalls all detergents, cleaning products over infection risk
Read full article: The Laundress recalls all detergents, cleaning products over infection riskThe Laundress recalled some eight million bottles of laundry detergent and other household cleaners after 11 reports of illness that may be linked.
Do not use these bounce castles, e-skateboards, regulators warn after deaths reported
Read full article: Do not use these bounce castles, e-skateboards, regulators warn after deaths reportedThe Consumer Product Safety commission is warning families to stop using certain bounce castles and electric skateboards after five total deaths were reported. Separately, hundreds of thousands of portable generators and strollers were recalled.
Nestlé recalls more cookie dough for possible plastic contamination
Read full article: Nestlé recalls more cookie dough for possible plastic contaminationDon't eat the cookie dough, at least not until you check it. Nestle USA recalled some tubs of edible cookie dough because it may be contaminated with plastic.
Recall Roundup: Chicken sold at Costco may contain sharp plastic
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Chicken sold at Costco may contain sharp plasticOver 70 tons of frozen chicken patties sold at Costco have been recalled because they may contain pieces of sharp plastic. They are among the many products recalled for safety reasons.
Recall Roundup: Baby swings, frozen pizzas, Capri Sun pouches pulled from stores
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Baby swings, frozen pizzas, Capri Sun pouches pulled from storesFrom baby swings to frozen pizzas and kids' drink pouches, several products popular with families are recalled for a variety of potential dangers.
Infant rockers linked to at least 14 deaths
Read full article: Infant rockers linked to at least 14 deathsAt least 14 deaths have been linked to infant rockers, according to a warning issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and two companies. They say the products are not intended for nor safe for sleep.
Stop using certain adult bed rails, CPSC warns after three deaths
Read full article: Stop using certain adult bed rails, CPSC warns after three deathsFederal safety regulators are warning consumers to stop using portable bed rails for adults from Mobility Transfer Systems following deaths of three elderly people.
Recall roundup: Disney-branded hand sanitizers, Suave antiperspirants, smoke alarms & rattles recalled
Read full article: Recall roundup: Disney-branded hand sanitizers, Suave antiperspirants, smoke alarms & rattles recalledCertain Disney-branded hand sanitizers and Suave aerosol deodorants are recalled because of the presence of carcinogenic chemicals.
Popular infant formulas recalled after reports of serious illnesses
Read full article: Popular infant formulas recalled after reports of serious illnessesThe FDA is warning parents to throw out certain powdered formulas for babies as it investigates the illnesses and one death that may be linked to the products.
Recall roundup: COVID tests, mattresses, space heaters, stools and ping pong tables recalled
Read full article: Recall roundup: COVID tests, mattresses, space heaters, stools and ping pong tables recalledCertain Covid-19 home tests are being recalled because they were illegally imported and are not authorized for use, the U.D. Food and Drug Administration announced.
Outdoor playsets recalled because kids may get trapped
Read full article: Outdoor playsets recalled because kids may get trappediIf your bought an outdoor wooden playset for the kids, check to see if it's recalled. Backyard Play Systems has recalled more than 5,000 because of a potential entrapment danger.
Walmart recalls room spray linked to ‘rare, dangerous bacteria’ as CDC investigates two deaths
Read full article: Walmart recalls room spray linked to ‘rare, dangerous bacteria’ as CDC investigates two deathsWalmart is recalling thousands of aromatherapy room sprays as the CDC investigates a rare bacteria and two deaths.
More deaths tied to Boppy loungers, nursing pillows, Consumer Reports warns
Read full article: More deaths tied to Boppy loungers, nursing pillows, Consumer Reports warnsSeven recent infant deaths are tied to infant loungers and nursing pillows made by Boppy, according to government data analyzed by Consumer Reports.
Check your spice rack! These seasonings could make you sick
Read full article: Check your spice rack! These seasonings could make you sickCheck your spice rack. McCormick recalled three of its seasonings because of potential salmonella contamination. In a separate recall, Whole Foods pulled two cheddar cheeses due to possible listeria risk.
Recall Roundup: Sunscreens, canned cat food, bikes, Disney baby rattles recalled
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Sunscreens, canned cat food, bikes, Disney baby rattles recalledJohnson & Johnson is recalling certain Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens after tests revealed low levels of a carcinogen. Among other recalls are canned cat food, Disney baby rattles and kids' bicycles.
Children at heightened drowning risk after pandemic canceled swim lessons, agency says
Read full article: Children at heightened drowning risk after pandemic canceled swim lessons, agency saysChildren may be at a heightened risk of drowning this summer after the pandemic canceled swim lessons last year, child safety advocates warn.
Sale of unregulated, risky infant sleep products banned
Read full article: Sale of unregulated, risky infant sleep products bannedThe Consumer Product Safety Commission voted to ban the sale of products marketed for infant sleep after more than 100 deaths linked to the unregulated products. Manufacturers have one year to comply with safe sleep standards.
RECALL ROUNDUP: Pet food recalled after 28 dogs die of suspected poisoning
Read full article: RECALL ROUNDUP: Pet food recalled after 28 dogs die of suspected poisoningDog Food RecallSAN ANTONIO – Certain dry pet foods are under recall after the deaths of at least 28 dogs, according to the Food and Drug Administration. Certain lots of Sportmix dog and cat food may contain potentially deadly levels of aflatoxin, the FDA warned. Midwestern Pet Food, Inc. announced the recall of certain dog and cat food, all with expiration dates of March 2 or 3, 2022. “Pets are highly susceptible to aflatoxin poisoning because, unlike people who eat a varied diet, pets generally eat the same food continuously over extended periods of time,” the FDA said. The investigation into the pet food continues.
Fire pit tables, scented candles recalled
Read full article: Fire pit tables, scented candles recalledFrom fire pit tables to scented candles, more than 500,00 products intended for home ambience have been recalled for safety reasons. Nearly 11,000 fire pit tables sold at Big Lots stores nationwide this year are recalled after reports of minor property damage and injury. Sunjoy has received reports of a dozen tables igniting, some resulting in damage and burns. In another fire-related recall, Kohl’s is pulling 512,000 scented candles. They are the three-wick Sonoma Goods for Life branded candles sold since December 2019.
Dozens of spices recalled over salmonella concerns
Read full article: Dozens of spices recalled over salmonella concernsTwo companies have recalled various dried spices because they could be contaminated with salmonella. Sauer Brands recalled certain lots of more than two dozen spices by The Spice Hunter, including organic parsley, organic cinnamon, cilantro, black pepper and more. The company’s supplier had notified them about the presence of salmonella in some of the organic parsley. Red Monkey Foods also recalled certain spices related to salmonella concerns. RELATED: Saws, bicycles, sports chairs recalled
Nursing pillows could pose suffocation danger, Consumer Product Safety Commission says
Read full article: Nursing pillows could pose suffocation danger, Consumer Product Safety Commission saysSAN ANTONIO – The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning parents about the dangers of letting infants sleep on nursing pillows. “Do not allow infants to sleep on nursing pillows or other pillow-like products,” the agency stated. Peachman reviewed the government database of incidents and said there are at least 28 infant deaths between 2012 and 2018 that are possibly linked to nursing pillows or lounge pads. She said parents must get the message that nursing pillows are not sleep products. Peachman says it’s critical to move children who fall asleep on a nursing pillow or lounge pad to safe space.
Saws, bicycles, sports chairs recalled
Read full article: Saws, bicycles, sports chairs recalledBefore you tackle the trees and landscaping, check to see if your electric saws have been recalled. More than 200,000 electric saws sold at Lowe’s have been recalled for safety reasons. In addition, fabric sports chairs sold at HEB and thousands of bicycles are being pulled from the market. These are 40-volt lithium ion 8-inch pole saws manufactured from January 2017 through February 2019. Folding sports chairs sold at HEB last May are recalled.
Recall Roundup: Recalled peaches linked to nationwide salmonella outbreak
Read full article: Recall Roundup: Recalled peaches linked to nationwide salmonella outbreakPrima Wawona of Fresno, California, has recalled bagged and individual peaches sold at supermarkets because of a nationwide salmonella outbreak. Initially, the California Peach company recalled bagged peaches sold from June 1 through Aug. 19 that were sold under various brand names, including Wawona, Prima and Organic Marketside. Later, the recall included peaches sold loose or in bulk between June 1 and August 3. The recalled peaches were sold at various supermarkets nationwide, including Walmarts, Sams Clubs and Targets in Texas. -----------------Water Gun RecallHasbro recalled nearly 53,000 Nerf Super Soaker XP 20 and XP Water blasters sold at Target.
Two hand sanitizer brands recalled over methanol concerns
Read full article: Two hand sanitizer brands recalled over methanol concernsSAN ANTONIO At a time when people are stocking up on hand sanitizer to combat the coronavirus, the FDA announced two brands are being recalled. The second recall is from ITECH 361, which is recalling nearly 19,000 bottles of its All Clean Hand Sanitizer, Moisturizer and Disinfectant, with UPC Code 628055370130. The sanitizer was sold in one liter bottles and was distributed to wholesalers and retailers nationwide. The FDA urges anyone who has been exposed to hand sanitizer containing methanol and is experiencing symptoms to seek immediate treatment. RELATED: Certain hand sanitizers may be toxic, FDA warnsNeither company said it has experienced any incidents with the recalled products.