FDA scientists successfully used a new genome sequencing test to retrospectively examine a 2009-10 foodborne illness outbreak to help trace the source of the infection. PCE
Roche Insulin Delivery Systems announces recall of ACCU-CHEK® FlexLink Plus infusion sets
Roche Insulin Delivery Systems announced today that it is notifying its customers and healthcare professionals about the recall of the ACCU-CHEK® FlexLink Plus infusion set, because of the potential for under delivery of insulin due to a kinked/bent cannula when inserting the ACCU-CHEK FlexLink Plus infusion set. If this remains unnoticed, this can result in under delivery leading to elevation of blood glucose levels.
Consumer Alert: Undeclared Peanuts In Dry Fruit "Kachori"
New York State Acting Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today alerted consumers to undeclared peanuts in Dry Fruit “Kachori”, packaged and distributed by Maya Overseas Food Inc., located at 48-85 Maspeth Ave in Maspeth, New York. People who have severe sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.
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Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Soy Protein In Certain "Nibble With Gibble’s" And Kay And Ray’s Branded Products
Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc. of Chambersburg, PA, is recalling packages of chips because they may contain undeclared soy protein. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivities to soy protein run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction, if they consume these products.
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Pacific American Fish Co. Recall Shishamo Roe Capelin 4L Due To Potential of C. Botulinum
Pacific American Fish Co, Inc. of Vernon, California is recalling SHI306 Shishamo 4L 5PC (23-28G) Wild, Pack 4/20TR, Lots 202885-2 & 201011-3, Master Carton information. Based on FDA Import Alert, this type of processing and size of product has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause food borne illness.
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Advanced genomic test helps trace sources of foodborne illness outbreak
FDA scientists successfully used a new genome sequencing test to retrospectively examine a 2009-10 foodborne illness outbreak to help trace the source of the infection. PCE
FDA permits marketing of first test for most common cause of gastroenteritis outbreaks
The Ridascreen Norovirus 3rd Generation EIA assay is for use when a number of people have simultaneously contracted gastroenteritis and there is a clear avenue for virus transmission, such as a shared location or food.
Svelte 30 Nutritional Consultants Issues a Voluntary Recall of Weight Loss Pills Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug Ingredient
Svelte 30 Nutritional Consultants has been informed by the Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) that a sample of Svelte 30 orange & gray capsule was collected and tested by FDA in January 2011. The
capsules tested positive for Sibutramine, an FDA-approved drug used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss.
Urgent Recall on Asian Gourmet Cheese Rice Crackers Which May Contain Undeclared Milk and Undeclared Food Coloring Additives.
Haddon House of Medford, New Jersey is recalling Asian Gourmet Cheese Rice Crackers (UPC 076606-710889), because it may contain undeclared milk and food coloring additives used to create the cheese powder listed on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
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BIOTAB NUTRACEUTICALS, INC. Issues a Voluntary Recall of Specific Lots of the Nutritional Supplement EXTENZE (Men’s Regular)
Biotab Nutraceuticals, Inc. (“Biotab”) is conducting a voluntary recall of two lots of EXTENZE nutritional supplement tablets. Some packages bearing lot numbers 0709241 and 0509075 are counterfeit products containing undeclared drug ingredients that can pose a serious risk to health.