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Exactech Hip Recall Expanded to Include Another 40K Implants, As Lawsuits Continue to MountAug, 16 2022
Another 40,000 Exactech hip implants are being recalled due to the failure of polyethylene inserts which can result in implant failure and the need for revision surgery. The post Exactech Hip Recall Expanded to Include Another 40K Implants, As Lawsuits Continue to Mount appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Lawyers for Covidien Hernia Mesh Lawsuits to Meet with Judge for Initial Status ConferenceAug, 16 2022
Parties involved in Covidien hernia mesh lawsuits will meet this week for an initial status conference. The post Lawyers for Covidien Hernia Mesh Lawsuits to Meet with Judge for Initial Status Conference appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Capri Sun Wild Cherry Recall Issued After Cleaning Solution Discovered in Drink PouchesAug, 16 2022
The Capri Sun recall comes after customer complaints of a foul taste led to the discovery of cleaning solution in some of the pouches. The post Capri Sun Wild Cherry Recall Issued After Cleaning Solution Discovered in Drink Pouches appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Southern Baptist Sexual Abuse Problems Under Investigation by Justice Dept.Aug, 16 2022
The Justice Department investigation comes in the wake of a recent report revealing problems with sexual abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention. The post Southern Baptist Sexual Abuse Problems Under Investigation by Justice Dept. appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
MamaRoo Swings and RockaRoo Rockers Recall Issued After Infant Death and StrangulationAug, 16 2022
More than two million baby swings are being recalled after the strangulation death of a 10-month old infant. The post MamaRoo Swings and RockaRoo Rockers Recall Issued After Infant Death and Strangulation appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Court Urged to Establish Process for Selecting Baby Formula NEC Lawsuits For Bellwether TrialsAug, 15 2022
Plaintiffs and defendants have submitted a baby formula NEC lawsuit bellwether plan which would result in four cases being selected for the first early trials. The post Court Urged to Establish Process for Selecting Baby Formula NEC Lawsuits For Bellwether Trials appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
MDL Sought for Lawsuits Against Facebook, Instagram Over Addictive Qualities and Harmful Effect on Young GirlsAug, 15 2022
The JPML has received a request to consolidate all Facebook lawsuits and Instagram lawsuits filed by young women who say the social media platforms purposefully encourage addictive and destructive behavior in youths. The post MDL Sought for Lawsuits Against Facebook, Instagram Over Addictive Qualities and Harmful Effect on Young Girls appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Study Links PFAS Chemicals in Consumer Products To Liver CancerAug, 15 2022
A new study links PFAS chemical exposure to an increased risk of liver disease. The post Study Links PFAS Chemicals in Consumer Products To Liver Cancer appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Xeljanz Infection Risk Higher Than TNF Inhibitors: StudyAug, 15 2022
Xeljanz use carries a higher infection risk than other arthritis drugs, like Humira, according to the findings of a new study. The post Xeljanz Infection Risk Higher Than TNF Inhibitors: Study appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com. -
Pediatric Heart Devices Often Approved By FDA Without Clinical Trials Involving Children: StudyAug, 15 2022
A new study finds that many children's heart implants are approved without researchers actually knowing the effect of those devices on children's bodies. The post Pediatric Heart Devices Often Approved By FDA Without Clinical Trials Involving Children: Study appeared first on AboutLawsuits.com.
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Update: Certain Philips Respironics Ventilators, BiPAP Machines, and CPAP Machines Recalled Due to Potential Health Risks: FDA Safety CommunicationAug, 16 2022
This update provides additional information on the recall and recommendations for people who use repaired and replaced devices. -
FAQs on Philips Respironics Ventilator, BiPAP Machine, and CPAP Machine RecallsAug, 16 2022
Find answers to frequently asked questions on Philips Respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines recall -
At-Home COVID-19 Antigen Tests-Take Steps to Reduce Your Risk of False Negative: FDA Safety CommunicationAug, 11 2022
The FDA recommends repeat testing following a negative result to reduce the risk that a COVID-19 infection could be missed, whether or not you have symptoms. -
Becton Dickinson Recalls Intraosseous Needle Set Kits, Intraosseous Manual Driver Kits, and Intraosseous Powered Drivers for Issues That May Cause Delayed Treatment DeliveryAug, 11 2022
Issues with BD Intraosseous needle kits and drivers may prevent treatments from being infused through the bone causing delays in care. -
2022 Safety CommunicationsAug, 11 2022
Listing of Medical Device 2022 Safety Communications -
2022 Medical Device RecallsAug, 11 2022
List of Medical Device recalls in 2022. -
Haimen Shengbang Laboratory Equipment Co. Ltd. Recalls Viral Transport Media Containers That Are Not Authorized, Cleared, or Approved by the FDAAug, 09 2022
Haimen Shengbang is recalling Viral Transport Media Containers because they were distributed to U.S. customers without FDA authorization, clearance, or approval. -
Plastikon Healthcare Expands Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Milk of Magnesia Oral Suspension and Magnesium Hydroxide /Aluminum Hydroxide /Simethicone Oral Suspension Due to Microbial ContaminationAug, 04 2022
Plastikon Healthcare, LLC is issuing an update to the voluntary recall initiated on June 3, 2022. The recall has been expanded to include Lot 20076A of Magnesium Hydroxide 1200 mg / Aluminum Hydroxide 1200 mg / Simethicone 120 mg per 30 mL Oral Suspension. This lot was previously subject to a retai -
VI-Jon, LLC Expands Voluntary Worldwide Recall of All Flavors and Lots within Expiry of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution Due to Microbial ContaminationAug, 04 2022
Vi-Jon, LLC is revising a previously reported list of all flavors of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution within expiry -
Loud Muscle Science, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Launch Sequence Capsules Due to the Presence of Undeclared Tadalafil in United States and CanadaAug, 03 2022
Hauppauge, NY, Loud Muscle Science, LLC is voluntarily recalling the following Launch Sequence products and lots listed in the table below to the consumer level. Laboratory analysis undertaken at the request of Loud Muscle Science, LLC found the products to be tainted with tadalafil, an ingredient i -
Distributor RFR, LLC, Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Sangter Energy Supplement Due to Presence of Undeclared SildenafilAug, 02 2022
Miami, Florida, DISTRIBUTOR RFR, LLC. is voluntarily recalling lot #48656, Exp. 01/2025 of SANGTER Energy Supplement, 3000 mg, packaged in 7-count blister packs within a carton to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found the product to contain undeclared sildenafil. Sildenafil is a phosphodiestera -
North American Diagnostics Recalls Oral Rapid SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test Kits That Are Not Authorized, Cleared, or Approved by the FDAAug, 01 2022
North American Diagnostics Recalls Oral Rapid SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test Kits because they are not authorized, cleared, or approved by the FDA. -
Edgewell Personal Care Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Due to the Presence of BenzeneJul, 29 2022
Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE: EPC) today issued a voluntary nationwide recall of three batches of Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 to the consumer level as outlined in the table below. An internal review found that some samples of the product contained trace levels of benzen -
Covidien, LLC (Medtronic) Recalls Palindrome and Mahurkar Hemodialysis Catheters Due to Catheter Hub DefectJul, 28 2022
Covidien, LLC (Medtronic) is recalling Palindrome and Mahurkar hemodialysis catheters due to catheter hub defect. -
Vi-Jon, LLC Expands Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Flavors and Lots Within Expiry of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution Due to Microbial ContaminationJul, 26 2022
July 25, 2022 – Smyrna, TN, Vi-Jon, LLC is expanding its voluntary recall to include all lots of all flavors of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Oral Solution within expiry to the consumer level. This expansion includes all lots of Cherry Flavor and Grape Flavor of Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxati -
Baxter Healthcare Corporation Recalls Abacus Order Entry and Calculation Software for Risk of Medication Label ErrorsJul, 25 2022
User changes in the Abacus order entry and calculation software labeling templates may cause incorrect information to appear on final medication labels. -
Ultra Supplement LLC Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Sustango Due to the Presence of Undeclared TadalafilJul, 25 2022
Wilmington DE, Ultra Supplement LLC is voluntarily recalling lot number DAP272109, exp 4/1/26 of Sustango capsules packaged in 10-count blisters packaged in a carton to the consumer level. Ultra Supplement was notified by Amazon that laboratory analysis has found the product to be tainted with tadal -
FDA Warns Against Use of Renuvion/J-Plasma Device for Certain Aesthetic Procedures: FDA Safety CommunicationJul, 21 2022
Renuvion/J-Plasma has not been cleared for Aesthetic Skin Procedures. FDA warns patients & health care providers of potential risks. -
UPDATE: FDA Updates Recommendations for the Use of Renuvion/J-Plasma Device for Certain Aesthetic Procedures: FDA Safety CommunicationJul, 21 2022
Renuvion/J-Plasma device with new handpiece can be used for certain aesthetic skin procedures. -
UPDATE: The FDA Reminds Patients and Health Care Providers of the Importance of At Least Yearly, Lifelong Follow-Up with Use of Endologix AFX Endovascular AAA Graft Systems: FDA Safety CommunicationJul, 21 2022
The FDA is updating our October 28, 2019 safety communication on the use of AFX endovascular grafts with Duraply material (AFX with Duraply or AFX2).