The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first intraocular lens (IOL) that provides cataract patients with an extended depth-of-focus, which helps improve their sharpness of vision (visual acuity) at near, intermediate and far distances.
Monogram Appetizers Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared (Egg) In Poppers Brand Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Monogram Appetizers of Plover, Wisconsin is recalling approximately 5000 cases of Poppers Brand Mozzarella Cheese Sticks, because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
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International Commissary Corporation Issues Voluntary Recall of Marie Callender’s Cheese Biscuit Mix Due To Possible Health Risk
International Commissary Corporation (ICC) has issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of two retail products: Marie Callender’s 7oz & 14oz Cheese Biscuit Mix. The 7 oz recalled product has Best By dates of 3/22/17 and 5/17/17 and was sold in retail stores in the following states – AL, CA, WA, UT, and TX. The 14 oz recalled product has a Best Buy date of 6/17/17 and was sold only in Stockton, CA.
Kerry Inc. Recalls Golden Dipt® Jalapeño Breaders Because of Possible Health Risk
Kerry Inc. of Beloit, WI is recalling two lots of Golden Dipt Jalapeno Breader that were sold to foodservice distributors because one of our suppliers recalled an ingredient used in our mix for the potential presence of E. coli O121. Kerry Inc. was notified by our supplier that two of their products, a red bell pepper nugget and a jalapeno nugget, were made with a small percentage of affected flour which was recalled by General Mills because it may be contaminated with E. coli O121.
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IKEA N.A. Services, LLC Voluntarily Issues Expanded Recall and Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk, Almond, and/or Hazelnut on Certain IKEA Chocolate Products
CHOKLAND MORK, CHOKLAND MORK 70%, CHOKLAD LINGON & BLABAR, CHOKLAD NOT, GODIS CHOKLADKROKANT, GODIS CHOKLADRAN and CHOKLAD LJUS, are being recalled due to undeclared Milk, Hazelnuts and/or Almond. “All Best Before Dates,” Sold from April 30, 2015 to July 1, 2016.
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Baptista’s Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Snack Factory® Original Pretzel Crisps®
Baptista’s Bakery, Inc. announced a voluntary recall of a limited number of 30 oz. Snack Factory Original Pretzel Crisps packages because they may contain undeclared milk ingredients. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected product.
Two Flavors of Betty Crocker Cake Mix Recalled
MINNEAPOLIS – Out of an abundance of caution, two flavors of Betty Crocker cake mix sold in the U.S. and one flavor sold in Canada have been added to General Mills’ previously announced flour recall from July 1, 2016. No illnesses reported to date have been connected to cake mix.
Alere to Initiate Voluntary Withdrawal of the Alere INRatio and INRatio2 PT/INR Monitor System
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a collaborative process with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Alere Inc. (NYSE:ALR) will be initiating a voluntary withdrawal of the Alere INRatio and INRatio2 PT/INR Monitoring System. Alere is working with the FDA to determine the most appropriate timing for product discontinuation and will provide guidance on transitioning patients to an alternate solution to allow them to continue anti-coagulation monitoring in the least disruptive manner possible.
FDA approves new medication for dry eye disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Xiidra (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution) for the treatment of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease, on Monday, July 11, 2016. Xiidra is the first medication in a new class of drugs, called lymphocyte function-associated antigen 1 (LFA-1) agonist, approved by the FDA for dry eye disease.
General Mills Voluntarily Recalls a Limited Quantity of Frozen Beyond Meat Vegetarian Indian Curry with Beyond Chicken
General Mills today announced a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of frozen Beyond Meat Vegetarian Indian Curry with Beyond Chicken, produced over seven days in April 2016. This product is available exclusively at Whole Foods.