KRC Food Trading Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Eggs in Fish Cake Sushi

Contact:

Ms Joanna Kim
1-213-388-8215
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 23, 2008–Los Angeles, CA–KRC Food Trading Inc is recalling its Fish Cake sushi with production date of December 19 and December 22 due to the label not declaring eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threateningallergic reaction if they consume these products.

The Fish cake Sushi was distributed in California in coffee shops, bakeries, and Korean markets in Los Angeles, CA including two retail stores owned by the firm.

The Fish Cake Sushi comes in a 14-ounce package and is labeled as being distributed by Min Sok Chon. The production date can be found on a yellow stick-on label.

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Missouri Firm Recalls Sausage Products For Possible Listeria Contamination

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-052-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH
Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Peggy Riek

WASHINGTON, Dec. 25, 2008 - T. Piekutowski European Style Sausage, a St. Louis, Mo., firm, is recalling approximately 750 pounds of sausage products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

The following product is subject to recall:

Various sizes of Krakow sausage wrapped in unmarked butcher paper with no label. The products were custom wrapped at the establishment’s retail operation. Packages do not bear the establishment number or USDA mark of inspection.

The sausage products were produced on Dec. 18, 2008, and sold at the establishment’s retail counter in the St. Louis, Mo. Consumers may have purchased these sausage products on Dec. 18 and 19, 2008.

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KV Pharmaceutical Voluntarily Suspends All Shipments of its Approved Tablet-form Drugs

Initiates Nationwide Single Lot Recall of Hydromorphone HCl (2mg) Due to Oversized Tablet

Contact:
Catherine Biffignani
(314) 645-6600

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –ST. LOUIS – Dec. 23, 2008 – KV Pharmaceutical has advised the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that, effective midnight Dec. 19, 2008, the company voluntarily suspended all shipments of all FDA approved drug products in tablet form. KV Pharmaceutical is also recalling a single production lot of Hydromorphone HCl 2 mg tablets (Lot 90219, Exp: 3/2010; NDC 58177-0620-04), a pain management drug, following the report of an oversized tablet. Additional details on this recall were provided in an ETHEX Corporation press release also issued today and will be posted on www.kvpharmaceutical.com.

At this time, the company is unable to determine when distribution of tablet-form products will resume.

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ETHEX Corporation Initiated Nationwide Voluntary Recall of a Single Lot of Hydromorphone HCl 2 mg Tablets Due to Potential for Oversized Tablet

Contact:
Ann McBride
1-800-748-1472

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – St. Louis, MO – December 23, 2008 – ETHEX Corporation announced today that it has voluntarily recalled to the consumer level, a single production lot of Hydromorphone HCl 2 mg tablets (Lot #90219, Exp: 03/2010; NDC #58177-0620-04), as a precaution, due to the possibility it may contain oversized tablets. Hydromorphone is a drug used for pain management and is packaged under the ETHEX label in 100-count bottles.

If someone were to take a higher than expected dose of Hydromorphone, the risk of adverse effects known to be associated with the drug may be increased, including respiratory depression (difficulty or lack of breathing), low blood pressure, and sedati

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Atomic Skis USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-077

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (888) 535-7555
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Alpine Ski Bindings

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Woodstock Percussion Inc. Recalls Toy Drums Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-076

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 543-2848
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Calypso Steel Drums

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Munire Recalls “Newport Rubbed Black” Cribs and Matching Furniture Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-075

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 586-9639
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908


WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Newport Rubbed Black 4-in-1 Cribs and Matching Furniture

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Gardener’s Supply Company Recalls Candle-Powered Carousels Due to Fire Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-074
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 876-5520
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Candle-Powered Carousels

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Hallmark Recalls Jumbo Snow Globes Due to Fire Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-073

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 425-5627
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Jumbo Snowman Snow Globes

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Foursquare Recalls Hooded Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 23, 2008
Release #09-072
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (877) 327-4484
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Foursquare Hooded Jackets

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FDA Warns Consumers About Tainted Weight Loss Pills

Agency seeks recall of products that pose serious health risks

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting consumers nationwide not to purchase or consume more than 25 different products marketed for weight loss because they contain undeclared, active pharmaceutical ingredients that may put consumers’ health at risk.

The tainted weight loss products are:

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Dorsey Marketing Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Three G&J Gourmet Market Cocoa Products: 120126, 120129, 120144

Contact:
Tim Acheson
1-888-645-1053
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — December 19, 2008 — Dorsey Marketing Inc. (DMI) of Ville St. Laurent, Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling the following three G&J Gourmet Market cocoa products because these products may contain melamine:

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Ohio Firm Recalls Sausage Products For Possible Listeria Contamination

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-051-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH
Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2008 - DeNiro Cheese, a Youngstown, Ohio, firm, is recalling approximately one pound of Sopressata sausage products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.
The following product is subject to recall:
12-ounce approximate weight packages of “Nostrano SOPRESSATA MILD SAUSAGE, PRODUCT OF CANADA.” Each package bears a use-by date of “07/09/09″ and a product code of “91009″ as well as “CANADA 476A” inside the Canadian mark of inspection.

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Interfood Shareholding Company Issues a Nationwide recall of Wonderfarm Brand Biscuits Because of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Anthony Ma
323-780-3998
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — December 9, 2008 – Interfood Shareholding Company is recalling all lot codes of multiple varieties of the Wonderfarm brand of biscuits because they may be contaminated with Melamine.
The Wonderfarm biscuits are sold in 800g red metal tins. The four varieties being recalled are:
Wonderfarm “Successful” Assorted Biscuits (UPC:8935001262091)
Wonderfarm “Royal Flavour” Assorted Biscuits (UPC:8935001263098)
Wonderfarm “Lovely Melody” Assorted Biscuits (UPC: 8935001263296)
Wonderfarm “Daily Life” Assorted Biscuits (UPC: 8935001264200)
The manufacturer identified on the product is Interfood Shareholding Company in Vietnam.


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CPSC & Target Announce New In-Store Recall Notification System

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 18, 2008
Release #09-070
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Target Communications: (612) 696-3400
Target Guest Relations: (800) 440-0680

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is joining Target, of Minneapolis, Minn., today in announcing a new notification system for communicating product recalls in Target stores nationwide. Target’s innovative safety and recall notification program involves posting signs throughout its stores that direct guests to gift registry kiosks near the Guest Service desk to learn about recalled products.

Through the kiosk system, guests in Target stores will have easy access to notices of new or past recalls for all product categories and can print copies of safety and recall notices to take with them.

Target will continue to post safety and recall information at Target.com, provide links to the CPSC and related Web sites, and send e-mails to guests who have purchased recalled products online. To further increase awareness of recalls, Target has introduced a new process for eligible Target REDcard account holders, which provides recorded phone messages for guests who purchase an item that has been recalled.


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Children’s Jewelry Sold Exclusively in Hawaii Recalled by Aloha 808 Trading Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Children’s Jewelry

Units: About 12,800

Importer: Aloha 808 Trading, of Honolulu, Hawaii

Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

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Evenflo Recalls Majestic™ High Chairs Due to Fall and Choking Hazards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 18, 2008
Release #09-069
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 233-5921
Firm’s Media Contact: (212) 299-3962
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Evenflo Majestic™ High Chairs
Units: About 95,000
Manufacturer: Evenflo Company Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio

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Public Meeting to Address Agenda Items for the 21st Session of the Codex Committee on Fats and Oils

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Peggy Riek

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2008 - The Office of the Under Secretary for Food Safety, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced a public meeting to discuss information and receive public comments on agenda items and draft U.S. positions that will be discussed at the 21st Session of the Codex Committee on Fats and Oils (CCFO) of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, to be held in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Feb. 16 - 20, 2009.

The public meeting will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, from 1 to 4 p.m., in the rear of the cafeteria, South Agricultural Building, USDA, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C

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Xtreme Toy Zone Recalls Toy Dinosaurs Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 17, 2008
Release #09-068

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (213) 237-9983 (Collect)
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: “Dinosaur Epoch” Toy Dinosaurs

Units: About 480

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Regal Lager Recall to Replace Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 17, 2008
Release #09-067
Firm’s Contact: (800) 593-5522
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Phil & Teds Dash Buggy Strollers

Units: 1,600

Importer: Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.

Hazard: The frame handle could fail to latch properly and break, posing a fall hazard to small children.

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Grease Removers Recalled by Fantastic Distributors Due to Chemical Burn Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 17, 2008
Release #09-066

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (718) 485-1300 (Collect)
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908


WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed
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Name of Product: “Bagi Shumanit” Super Cold Grease Removers

Units: About 245,000

Importer: Fantastic Distributors, of Brooklyn, N.Y.

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CPSC Releases "Do's and Don'ts" of Holiday Decorating

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 16, 2008
Release #09-064

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

CPSC Releases "Do's and Don'ts" of Holiday Decorating

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The holiday season is here and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to keep safety in mind as they decorate for the holidays. Flickering candles, blinking holiday lights and fragrant evergreens are beautiful staples of the holiday season, but when used improperly, these holiday decorating "must haves" can pose deadly dangers.

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FDA Announces Class I Recalls of Two Unapproved Devices

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a Class 1 recall today for two unapproved and uncleared devices whose manufacturers claimed could treat various medical conditions. A Class 1 recall means that there is a reasonable probability that the use of a device will cause adverse health consequences or death.

The manufacturers, VIBE Technologies of Greeley, Colo., and Nebion LLC of Los Angeles, Calif., claimed their devices treated conditions ranging from cancer to migraines. The FDA is concerned that based upon the original health claims made by the company, patients may forgo approved therapies, and that this could result in more severe illness or death.

“These recalls underscore the importance of taking action against manufacturers who make false medical claims for their devices,” said Daniel G. Schultz, M.D., director of the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health. “One of the FDA’s primary responsibilities is protecting consumers from harm that can be caused by manufacturers who try to sidestep the approval and clearance process.”

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Kashi Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Kashi® GOLEAN® Powder Chocolate Energy Shake Mix

Contact:
Susanne Norwitz
(269) 961-3949

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — December 13, 2008 — Kashi Company of LaJolla, CA is recalling a limited number of canisters of Kashi GOLEAN Powder Chocolate Energy Shake Mix because they contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The product was distributed to grocery, health food, pharmacy and on-line retailers nationwide.
The product is packaged in a 14.8 oz – canister with a bar code of 18627 71000. Canisters with a Better if Used by Date stamped on the bottom of the canister between the dates of JAN 17 2009 and NOV 15 2009 are included in this alert.

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Cambrooke Foods Voluntarily Recalls All Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Cambrooke Foods, LLC
Recall Coordinator, 1-866-456-9776

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 12, 2008 -- Cambrooke Foods, LLC, of Framingham, MA, is announcing a voluntary recall of all batches of its Low Protein Imitation Cream Cheese (“Cheddar Wizard,” “Herb & Garlic,” and “Plain” flavors).

Cambrooke Foods® is undertaking this voluntary recall as a precaution because some of these products may 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.

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USDA CONSUMER ALERT: Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency

USDA CONSUMER ALERT: Keeping Food Safe During an Emergency

Donna Karlsons (301) 344-4764

WASHINGTON - Dec. 16, 2008 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing recommendations to the regions affected by severe winter weather in Northeastern states. USDA is hopeful that this information will help minimize the potential for foodborne illnesses due to power outages and other problems that are often associated with severe weather events.

"Power outages can occur at any time of the year and it often takes from a few hours to several days for electricity to be restored to residential areas," said USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. H. Scott Hurd. "Without electricity or a cold source, foods stored in refrigerators and freezers can become unsafe. Bacteria in food grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 and 140 °F, and if these foods are consumed, people can become very sick."

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Pool And Spa Safety Law Aimed At Preventing Drain Entrapments of Children Goes Into Effect This Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 15, 2008

Release #09-065

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Failure to comply with Congressionally-enacted law can result in closure

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is again reminding public pool and spa owners and operators nationwide that the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act becomes effective on December 19, 2008. This law requires installation of anti-entrapment drain covers and other systems as outlined in the Act.
The Pool and Spa Safety Act was enacted by Congress and signed by President Bush on December 19, 2007, and is designed to prevent the tragic and hidden hazard of drain entrapments and eviscerations in pools and spas. Under the law, all public pools and spas must have ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007 compliant drain covers installed and a second anti-entrapment system installed, when there is only a single main drain. Congress gave all affected pool and spa operators one year to comply with this law.
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FDA Warns Consumers and Retailers of Botulism Risk from Ungutted, Salt-Cured Alewives (Gaspereaux) Fish

Fish may have been sold in Florida
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning retailers and food service operators not to offer for sale ungutted, salt-cured alewives (also called gaspereaux fish) from Michel & Charles LeBlanc Fisheries Ltd., CAP-PELÈ, New Brunswick, Canada, because the fish may contain the Clostridium botulinum (C. botulinum) toxin. Consumers should not consume the product.

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Hospira Issues Voluntary Recall of One Lot of 20meq Potassium Chloride in 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP Due to Incorrect Bar Co

Media Contact:
Dan Rosenberg
(224) 212-3366

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- LAKE FOREST, Ill., Dec. 8, 2008 -- Hospira, Inc., a global specialty pharmaceutical and medication delivery company, is following up on a nationwide voluntary recall issued Sept. 18 of one lot (lot number 65-620-FW, expiration date May 1, 2010, NDC 0409-7902-09) of 20 mEq Potassium Chloride in 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP in 1000 mL flexible plastic containers because a small number of the containers may be incorrectly labeled with a bar code for 5% Dextrose Injection, USP (NDC 0409-7922-09). The incorrect bar code could lead to a medication error resulting in the wrong drug being delivered to a patient if a bar code system is used to confirm the medication. Potential adverse events related to an error of this type include electrolyte imbalance, cardiac dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances, paresthesia and mental confusion.

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Balanced Health Products, Inc. Expands Voluntary Urgent Nationwide Recall of Starcaps Dietary Supplement Capsules Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug

Contact:
Balanced Health Products
(212)794-9793

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 8, 2008 -- Balanced Health Products, Inc. has expanded its voluntarily recall of STARCAPS DIET SYSTEM DIETARY SUPPLEMENT to include additional Lot Numbers 12/2009 – 82866 and 12/2010 - 83801, sold in 30 capsule plastic bottles.

The recall is effective immediately and is being undertaken because these lots of STARCAPS contain an undeclared drug ingredient- Bumetanide – a diuretic available by prescription only. Bumetanide is also not listed on the product label as an ingredient in this product.

Bumetanide is a diuretic indicated for the treatment of edema associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic and renal disease including nephrotic syndrome.

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Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Issues Urgent, Nationwide/Worldwide Recall of Pediatric Arterial Cannulae

Contact:
Sharon Ryan
(734) 741- 6104

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Ann Arbor, Mich. -- December 1, 2008 --- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) is issuing an urgent, nationwide/worldwide recall of its Tenderflow™ Pediatric Arterial Cannulae involving 21 lot codes (see information below). Terumo received five reports of difficulty retracting the introducer from the cannula. When the introducer cannot be retracted from the cannula, the cannula must be removed and replaced, a process that may lead to aortic damage, blood loss and/or death.

There have been no reports of patient injury or death associated with the product.

Tenderflow™ Pediatric Arterial Cannula Catalog and Lot Numbers Affected:

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Florida Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-048-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2008 - Rupari Food Services, a Deerfield Beach, Fl., establishment, is recalling approximately 41,020 pounds of fresh pork products that may be contaminated with dioxins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

FSIS was notified by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) that routine surveillance tests indicated the presence of dioxin in pork products that were sent to multiple importers of record in the United States. FSIS believes the probability of adverse health effects related to consumption of these pork products to be low, and concurs with the conclusions of a risk assessment conducted by FSAI.

The products subject to recall include:
44-pound approximate weight boxes of "ROSDERRA MEATS, ROSCREA, Pork Loin Back Ribs, KEEP FROZEN." The shipping label bears the Irish establishment number "EST NO. 355."

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New York Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-049-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2008 - Tommy Moloney's Inc., a Long Island City, NY., establishment, is recalling approximately 4,041 pounds of fresh pork products that may be contaminated with dioxins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

FSIS was notified by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) that routine surveillance tests indicated the presence of dioxin in pork products that were sent to multiple importers of record in the United States. FSIS believes the probability of adverse health effects related to consumption of these pork products to be low, and concurs with the conclusions of a risk assessment conducted by FSAI.

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Massachusetts Firm Recalls Fresh Pork Products Due To Possible Dioxin Contamination

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-050-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2008 - Dawn International, an Action, Mass., establishment, is recalling approximately 33,880 pounds of fresh pork products that may be contaminated with dioxins, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

FSIS was notified by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) that routine surveillance tests indicated the presence of dioxin in pork products that were sent to multiple importers of record in the United States. FSIS believes the probability of adverse health effects related to consumption of these pork products to be low, and concurs with the conclusions of a risk assessment conducted by FSAI.

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Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts Recalled by Wolf Steel Due to Laceration Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Napoleon Propane Gas Fireplace Inserts

Units: About 1,200

Manufacturer: Wolf Steel USA, of Crittenden, Ky.

Hazard: Delayed ignition due to a build-up of propane gas can cause the insert’s glass cover to break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

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The Toro Company Reannounces Recall of Electric Blowers Due to Projectile Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Toro Power Sweep Electric Blowers

Units: About 900,000

Manufacturer: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Hazard: The blower’s impeller, which is a rotating component on the blower, can break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or a bystander.

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Louisiana Fish Fry Products Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on Undeclared Buttermilk in “Chicken & Fish Bake Seasoned Coating Mix”

Contact:
Brad Burkett
225-356-2905

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — December 5, 2008 — Louisiana Fish Fry Products of Baton Rouge, LA, is recalling its 6 ounce packages of “Chicken & Fish Bake Seasoned Coating Mix” because they may contain undeclared buttermilk. People who have allergies to milk products run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The recalled “Chicken & Fish Bake” was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders.

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Walgreens Recalls 173 Teddy Bears With Chocolate Bars Sold Since Late September 2008

Contact:
Michael Polzin
(847) 914-2925

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- DEERFIELD, Ill., Dec. 5, 2008 – Walgreens is recalling 173 teddy bears with chocolate bars sold in stores since late September 2008. Analysis by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found that certain samples of the chocolate provided with the teddy bears were contaminated with melamine. Customers who purchased any of the 173 teddy bears should return them immediately to the Walgreens stores where they were purchased for a full refund.

The products involved are...
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Mom's Food Products, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Eggs In Pimento Spread Sandwiches

Contact:
Charlie Rankin
1-800-743-0010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- December 2, 2008 -- Mom's Food Products, Inc. of Ft Worth, TX is recalling its Pimento Spread sandwiches with a expiration date of December 15th through the 18th due to the label not declaring an allergen egg yolks. 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.

There have been no illnesses reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered the Pimento Spread sandwiches with these dates were incorrectly labeled.

This recall only affects product delivered by Mom's Food Personnel.

The products involved are:
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Limited Recall of LAND O LAKES® Sheep Balancer B136

Contact:
Lydia Botham, 651-481-2123
Dave Karpinski, 651-481-2360

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Lincoln, Neb. -- December 4, 2008 -- The Land O'Lakes Purina Feed plant in Lincoln, Neb., has initiated a limited recall of LAND O LAKES® Sheep Balancer B136, packaged in 50-pound bags, due to the potential for a higher than acceptable level of copper. The recall is limited to Sheep Balancer B136 produced at the Lincoln plant on October 8, 2008.

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Balanced Health Products, Inc. Conducts Voluntary Urgent Nationwide Recall of Starcaps Dietary Supplement Capsules Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug

Contact:
Balanced Health Products
(212)794-9793

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- November 26, 2008--- Balanced Health Products, Inc. is voluntarily recalling STARCAPS DIET SYSTEM DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, Lot 12/2011 – 84810, sold in 30 capsule plastic bottles.

The recall is effective immediately and is being undertaken because this lot of STARCAPS contains an undeclared drug ingredient- Bumetanide – a diuretic available by prescription only. Bumetanide is also not listed on the product label as an ingredient in this product.

Bumetanide is a diuretic indicated for the treatment of edema associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic and renal disease including nephrotic syndrome. Bumetanide has been detected in STARCAPS at a level of 0.8mg per capsule. Potential risks associated with the use of Bumetanide include serious and significant fluid and electrolyte loss and an elevation in uric acid concentrations.

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New York Firm Recalls Sausage Products Due to Undeclared Allergens

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-047-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW
Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2008 - DeNunzio’s Sausage, an Elmira, New York establishment, is recalling approximately 36,388 pounds of ready-to-eat Polish Kielbasa sausage products because they may contain an undeclared allergen, soy protein, the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. Soy protein is a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.

The following products are subject to recall:

1-pound, 2-pound, and 4-pound jars of “DeNunzio POLISH KIELBASA, FULLY COOKED, READY TO EAT, PACKED IN VINEGAR.”

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New York Firm Recalls Sausage Products Due to Undeclared Allergens

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-047-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW
Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2008 - DeNunzio’s Sausage, an Elmira, New York establishment, is recalling approximately 36,388 pounds of ready-to-eat Polish Kielbasa sausage products because they may contain an undeclared allergen, soy protein, the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. Soy protein is a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.

The following products are subject to recall:

1-pound, 2-pound, and 4-pound jars of “DeNunzio POLISH KIELBASA, FULLY COOKED, READY TO EAT, PACKED IN VINEGAR.”

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New Jersey Firm Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-044-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2008 - Dutch Prime Foods, Inc., a Long Branch, New Jersey firm, is recalling approximately 345 pounds of ground beef products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

The following products are subject to recall: [View Label]
5-pound and 10-pound vacuum sealed plastic bags of "DUTCH PRIME FOODS HAMBURGER."

These packages of ground beef were packed in 5- and 10-pound shipping cases which bear the establishment number "EST. 5206" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

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New Jersey Firm Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-044-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2008 - Dutch Prime Foods, Inc., a Long Branch, New Jersey firm, is recalling approximately 345 pounds of ground beef products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

The following products are subject to recall: [View Label]
5-pound and 10-pound vacuum sealed plastic bags of "DUTCH PRIME FOODS HAMBURGER."

These packages of ground beef were packed in 5- and 10-pound shipping cases which bear the establishment number "EST. 5206" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

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Major Apparel Retailer To Pay a $60,000 Civil Penalty For Failure To Report Drawstrings In Children’s Outerwear

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash., has agreed to pay a $60,000 civil penalty. The penalty settles allegations that the firm knowingly failed to report to the CPSC immediately, as required by federal law, that its children’s hooded jackets and sweaters were sold with drawstrings at the hood and neck. These products, which the firm eventually recalled, pose a strangulation hazard that can cause death to children. The settlement has been provisionally accepted by the Commission.

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OKK Trading Recalls Toy Army Figures Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Army Figures

Units: About 5,400

Importer: OKK Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Hazard: Surface paint on the face of the Army figures contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

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Doll Clothing Sets Recalled by Manhattan Group Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Groovy Fashions™ Sassy Jammies™ Doll Clothing Sets

Units: About 9,200

Manufacturer: Manhattan Group, of Minneapolis, Minn.

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Hockey Helmets Recalled by Reebok-CCM Due to Head and Neck Injury Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Hockey Helmets

Units: About 1,000

Distributor: Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt.

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New York Firm Recalls Sausage Products Due to Undeclared Allergens

Recall Release CLASS II RECALL
FSIS-RC-047-2008 HEALTH RISK: LOW
Congressional and Public Affairs

(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2008 - DeNunzio’s Sausage, an Elmira, New York establishment, is recalling approximately 36,388 pounds of ready-to-eat Polish Kielbasa sausage products because they may contain an undeclared allergen, soy protein, the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. Soy protein is a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.

The following products are subject to recall:

1-pound, 2-pound, and 4-pound jars of “DeNunzio POLISH KIELBASA, FULLY COOKED, READY TO EAT, PACKED IN VINEGAR.”

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Balanced Health Products, Inc. Conducts Voluntary Urgent Nationwide Recall of Starcaps Dietary Supplement Capsules Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug

Contact:
Balanced Health Products
(212)794-9793

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- November 26, 2008--- Balanced Health Products, Inc. is voluntarily recalling STARCAPS DIET SYSTEM DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, Lot 12/2011 – 84810, sold in 30 capsule plastic bottles.

The recall is effective immediately and is being undertaken because this lot of STARCAPS contains an undeclared drug ingredient- Bumetanide – a diuretic available by prescription only. Bumetanide is also not listed on the product label as an ingredient in this product.

Bumetanide is a diuretic indicated for the treatment of edema associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic and renal disease including nephrotic syndrome. Bumetanide has been detected in STARCAPS at a level of 0.8mg per capsule. Potential risks associated with the use of Bumetanide include serious and significant fluid and electrolyte loss and an elevation in uric acid concentrations.
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Fashion Sanctuary Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Lots of Zhen De Shou Fat Loss Capsules Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug Ingredient

Contact:
Zhen De Shou product recall
Fashionsanctuary.com
PO Box 19369
San Diego, CA 92159
zhendeshourecall@gmail.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --San Diego, CA -- November 23, 2008 --- Fashion Sanctuary is recalling all lot codes of Zhen De Shou Fat Loss Capsules sold in 10 count blister cards. The recall was initiated after notification by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that lab analysis of Zhen De Shou samples found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine, making it an unapproved drug. Sibutramine is an FDA approved drug used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss. This poses a potential threat to consumers because sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke.

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Stop & Shop Recalls Butternut Squash in Prepared Turkey and Ham Dinner

Recall due to undeclared allergen, quality concerns

Contact:
Robert Keane
(617) 770-6023

Faith Weiner
(617) 770-6025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Quincy, MA -- November 24, 2008 --- Following a recall from its vendor, the Stop & Shop Supermarket Company has announced it is recalling all butternut squash sides that are packaged with the supermarket chain’s prepared turkey and ham holiday dinners.

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