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Half a Million LG Electric Ranges Recalled Amid Reports of Fires, Injuries, and Pet Fatalities

Cincinnati, Ohio — Nearly half a million electric ranges have been recalled due to a defect that has triggered more than two dozen fires, leading to minor injuries and the deaths of several pets, authorities announced. The recall encompasses a range of models from LG Electronics, known for their front-mounted control knobs which have proven to be unexpectedly hazardous. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning following reports that unintentional activation of …

Deadly Dining: A Chilling Chronicle of Recalled Foods in the U.S. during 2024 Claims Multiple Lives

Despite stringent food safety regulations in the United States, the threat of deadly foodborne illnesses continues to loom large. Recent incidents across the nation have highlighted significant lapses in food safety, resulting in numerous fatalities and hospitalizations tied to a wide range of products from cheeses to fresh produce. In 2024, the U.S. witnessed over a dozen deaths due to contaminated food products, challenging the notion that current safety measures are sufficiently safeguardative. From deli …

FDA Probes Two Deaths Linked to Recalled Diamond Shruumz Microdosing Products Amid Widespread Illness Reports

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating a series of illnesses and two suspected deaths potentially linked to products sold by Diamond Shruumz, a company known for its microdosing edibles. This probe follows the voluntary recall of the company’s chocolate bars, infused cones, and gummies in light of these adverse health reports. Diamond Shruumz, owned by Prophet Premium Blends, markets its products as microdosing edibles which are commonly used in small …

Listeria Outbreak Linked to Recalled Dairy Products Results in 26 Illnesses and 2 Deaths

Atlanta, Georgia – A listeria outbreak in 11 states, resulting in 26 illnesses, 23 hospitalizations, and two deaths, has been linked to recalled dairy products, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The outbreak has been associated with Rizo-López Foods, which recalled sour cream, cheese, and yogurt under various brand names. The Food and Drug Administration stated that the outbreak has extended over several years and has been associated with queso fresco and …

Recalled Silk and Great Value Plant-Based Beverages Linked to Fatal Listeria Outbreak in Canada

Ottawa, Canada — Health officials in Canada are currently grappling with a serious food safety issue following a widespread recall of plant-based beverages. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recently issued recalls for selected products under the Silk and Great Value brands due to contamination by Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria capable of causing severe illness. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has confirmed two fatalities and numerous hospitalizations linked directly to this outbreak. Detailed …

Recall: Robitussin Cough Syrup Recalled – Senate Considers Subpoena for Pharmacy CEOs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The healthcare industry continues to face challenges and scrutiny, as senators confront drug-industry CEOs and political concerns impede infectious-disease help in certain regions. In the House, Rep. Michael Burgess of Texas, a senior physician in Congress, discusses his Health Care Task Force and the focus on health policy issues in his final year in the lower chamber. Burgess emphasizes the importance of addressing the cost of breakthrough drugs and the overall savings …