Collective Brands Recalls KEDS Girls' Shoes Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Product: KEDS® "Know It All" Girls' Shoe

Units: About 45,000

Importer/Distributor: Collective Brands, Inc., of Topeka, Kan.

Hazard: Ornamental stars on the heel of the shoe may loosen, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 27 reports of cuts and scratches resulting from metal stars that loosened from the heel of the shoe.

Description: This recall involves KEDS® girls' rubber soled shoes. The shoes are black and pink with white trim and a pink loop on the heel. "KEDS" appears on the tongue and heel of the shoe. The style number KY40098A is printed on the underside of the tongue. The shoes were sold in girls' sizes 12 to 5.

Sold at: Various department stores and online retailers from June through October 2011 for about $23.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should take these shoes away from children immediately and contact Collective Brands to receive a gift card for $30 redeemable at Stride Rite stores or striderite.com.

Customer contact: For additional information, contact Collective Brands at (800) 365-4933 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday, Email kedskidsrecall@collectivebrands.com, or visit the firm's website www.collectivebrands.com

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Collective Brands Recalls KEDS Girls' Shoes Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall Alert: Organic Pastures Raw Dairy Products - Carlsbad, CA Patch

The San Diego County Department of Environmental Health (DEH) is working with local retailers to remove Organic Pastures raw dairy products from store shelves after five California children, including a 5-year-old boy in San Diego County, were found to have been infected with a strain of E. coli traced back to the company.

The boy was sickened in late August after consuming whole raw milk from Organic Pastures. He was not hospitalized. His case was eventually linked to four other California children infected with E. coli, three of whom were hospitalized with hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition that may lead to kidney failure.

“The California Department of Public Health investigated a cluster of five children infected by E. coli between August and October and determined the only common reported food exposure was to unpasteurized milk produced by the Organic Pastures Dairy,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County Public Health Officer. “This infection can be very serious in young children and it’s important that people dispose of any remaining Organic Pastures products in their refrigerators, with the exception of cheese that has been aged a minimum of 60 days.”

“DEH is working with local retailers to make sure all Organic Pastures raw milk, butter, cream, colostrums and a product labeled “Qephor” are removed from local store shelves,” said Jack Miller, DEH Director. “They have also been conducting site visits at all local stores that carry Organic Pastures products to ensure they are not available for sale at any retail locations.”

In addition to the recall, the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s state veterinarian has announced a quarantine of Organic Pastures. Until further notice, they are not allowed to produce any raw milk products for the retail market.

E. coli infection often causes abdominal cramps and bloody diarrhea. There is usually little or no fever, and the illness typically resolves itself in five to 10 days. A small percentage of infected individuals may also develop hemolytic uremic syndrome, a condition in which red blood cells are destroyed and kidney failure may occur. Those most at risk for serious complications of this food-borne illness include young children, pregnant women, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems. Consumers should seek immediate medical care if they develop these symptoms. Those who wish to reduce their risk of food borne infections should not drink raw milk or eat raw dairy products.

–County of San Diego Press Release

Recall Alert: Organic Pastures Raw Dairy Products - Carlsbad, CA Patch

Product Recall FDE054 Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd | Welcome to NHS Supply Chain

NHS Supply Chain recall ref: 46
Ref: ICN 2011/390
14 November 2011

MDA Notice/Product Recall
Ref: MDA/2011/102

FDE054 Venturi Valve 60%
Lot number WL018147 only

NHS Supply Chain has received notification of a Medical Devices Alert MDA/2011/102 following an urgent Field Safety Notice issued by Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd.

Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd is recalling lot number WL018147 only of FDE054.

Description of Problem

It was found that on a small number of devices, the venture section was totally occluded which would therefore prevent oxygen from reaching the patient.

An intermittent fault in the moulding process has been identified and appropriate corrective actions have been implemented to prevent future occurrences.

All potential faulty batches have been identified and are listed in the attached Medical Device Alert. Please note the two other products on this alert have not been supplied through NHS Supply Chain.
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Please see below Medical Device Alert Ref: MDA/2011/102

Action Required

Inspect your inventory and Quarantine any affected lot numbers. Carry out the actions described in the manufacturers FSN, including sending any confirmation requests to the manufacturer. Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd will collect and replace affected lots directly please Email/Fax your completed response form to:

Mr Gino Ostacchini
Quality Assurance Department
Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd
Tel: 01279 414969
Fax: 01279 635232
Email: qaadmin@clement-clarke.com

Product Recall FDE054 Lifecare Hospital Supplies Ltd | Welcome to NHS Supply Chain

Smucker recalls jars of chunky peanut butter - Nation - TheState.com

ORRVILLE, Ohio — J.M. Smucker Co. is recalling some 16-ounce jars of its Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter Chunky sold in several states because of possible salmonella contamination.

The Ohio-based company says the jars covered in the recall would have been purchased in the last week or so. They have "Best if Used By" dates of Aug. 3, 2012 and Aug. 4, 2012, plus the production codes 1307004 and 1308004.

Salmonella is bacteria resulting in fever, cramps and diarrhea that lasts for several days and can require hospitalization.

Smucker says no illnesses have been reported.

The product was distributed in: Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia.


Smucker recalls jars of chunky peanut butter - Nation - TheState.com

Consumer Product Recalls - Consumer Product Safety

Ashland^TM Glass Vase

Joint Recall with Micheals Stores, Inc, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (U.S. CPSC)

Full Product Description

The rectangular vases are made of clear glass and stand 30.5 centimetres (12 inches) tall, 20.3 centimetres (8 inches) wide and 6 centimetres (2.5 inches) deep.

The SKU number 10425827 and UPC number 06927619661665 are printed on a label on the bottom of the vase.

Hazard Identified

The glass vases can break or fracture when a consumer picks them up, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

In the United States, Michaels Stores Inc. has received four reports of the vase shattering, causing lacerations to the hands for all four. No injuries have been reported in Canada.

Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these vases.

Corrective Action

Consumers should stop using this product immediately and return it to any Michaels Arts & Crafts Store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care.

For more information, consumers can contact Michaels toll-free at 1-800-642-4235 Monday through Saturday 8 am to 8pm CT or visit the firm's web site.

Consumers may view the release by the U.S. CPSC on the Commission's website.

Number Sold

Approximately 1,800 of the vases were sold in Canada and approximately 28,000 in the United States.

Time Period Sold

The recalled products were sold from January 2008 to October 2010 in both Canada and the United States.

Manufactured in China.

Companies

Manufacturer
Michaels Stores Inc. of Irving, Texas

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Consumer Product Recalls - Consumer Product Safety

2012 Cadillac CTS: Recall Alert

General Motors is conducting a voluntary safety recall of certain 2012 Cadillac CTS vehicles for a potential brake issue.

A notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) site lists the potential number of affected vehicles at 674. The vehicles involved in the campaign were built from October 21, 2011 through October 26, 2011.

GM product engineers discovered the problem on August 28 and issued a stop sale on August 29 for all affected units. Once the service procedure specified by GM has been performed, affected units will be released for sale.

At issue is a condition in which the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut may not have the proper torque according to specification. Lacking the proper torque, the nut could loosen, allowing the separation of the pushrod from the brake pedal. This could result in the loss of braking ability, which could then lead to a crash without prior warning.

Cadillac notified owners of affected vehicles by first-class mail, instructing them to bring their car to a GM dealer for inspection and repair, if necessary. This will be performed at no charge to owners. The Cadillac safety campaign began November 1, 2011.

In the meantime, owners of 2012 Cadillac CTS vehicles with any questions or concerns may contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006. Reference the GM safety recall campaign number 11318.

Alternatively, owners of vehicles involved in the campaign may contact the NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Reference the NHTSA campaign ID No. 11V536000.

2012 Cadillac CTS: Recall Alert

Recalls and Alerts: November 11, 2011 « eFoodAlert

Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.

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United States

• Food Safety Recall Update: USDA posts retail distribution list for Broiled Chicken Livers that were recalled by Schreiber Processing Corporation after having been linked to Salmonella illnesses.
• Food Safety Recall: United Natural Foods, Inc. recalls Gentes Foods Gordita Black Bean Tortillas (10-oz; UPC 618032102021; Date code 12 7 11), because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Only those Tortillas shipped to the following stores are affected by this recall: Safeway #1110 (Salinas, CA), Safeway #2840 (Watsonville, CA), Pak N Save #3116 (S. San Francisco, CA) and Pak N Save #3125 (Emeryville, CA). The risk arises from lack of temperature control during the distribution process.
• Food Safety Recall: Orval Kent Foods recalls Wegmans Mashed Sweet Potatoes (24-oz; Lot code of Use By Nov 18 11 DSA), because the product may contain plastic pieces of unknown origin. The recalled product was sold in the dairy department of Wegmans stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland and Massachusetts between September 22nd and November 9th, 2011.
• Dietary Supplement Safety Recall: Keime Incorporated recalls Virility Max dietary supplement (Lot 10090571), after lab analysis by FDA finds sulfoaildenafil (an analog of sildenafil) in the product. Sildenafil is an active ingredient of an FDA approved prescription drug for treating erectile dysfunction, and may cause serious adverse effects in some individuals.
• Personal Care Product Safety Recall: Kimberly-Clark recalls Kotex Natural Balance* Security® Unscented Tampons Regular Absorbency (18-count Carton Lot Number AC129321X; 36-count Carton Lot Number AC129325X), because the tampons were manufactured with a raw material contaminated with Enterobacter sakazakii, which may cause vaginal infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), pelvic inflammatory disease or infections that can be life-threatening. The recalled product was supplied to retail customers between October 29, 2011 and November 2, 2011 in specific Walmart stores in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico and Texas; specific Fry’s stores in Arizona; and specific Smith’s stores in Utah and Arizona.

Canada

• Allergy Alert: Siprus Foods Inc recalls various Siprus brand and Fruit Farm brand fruit juices due to the presence of undeclared sulphites. Please refer to the recall notice for additional product identification details.
• Food Safety Recall: Dan-D-Foods Ltd. recalls Dan-D-Organic 100% Organic Pitted Prunes (250g; EXP 2012APR14; LOT 11104) due to microbiological spoilage. The recalled product was distributed in Ontario.
• Food Safety Recall Update: The New Brunswick Liquor Corporation, the Liquor Control Board of Ontario and the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission recall Woody’s Mexican Lime Alcoholic Vodka Beverage, in both single serve and four-pack format, because the product may contain glass fragments.
• Public Health Alert: Saskatchewan health officials are reminding the public to be attentive to good hand hygiene in order to help prevent the person-to-person spread of Shigella. Since April 2011, Saskatchewan has recorded 48 cases of shigellosis – mostly in children – as compared to the usual annual rate of 10 to 15 cases. Most of the cases have been in central, northern and southeast parts of the province. No specific link to a single food item or event has been identified so far.

Europe

• Outbreak Alert (UK): Health Protection Scotland urges the public to be aware of the symptoms of botulism as two members of the same family are hospitalized with an illness that is thought likely to be botulism. Both patients are in stable condition. Investigators are looking into possible sources of the two illnesses. Anyone who experiences blurred vision, difficulty swallowing and difficulty speaking should seek immediate medical attention.
• Allergy Alert (Finland, Estonia, Lithuania): Inex Partners Oy reecalls Rainbow mixed dried fruits (500; Product of the Netherlands; Expiry 18.05.2012), because the product contains sulphites above the permitted limit. The product was sold in Finland, Estonia and Lithuania.
• Allergy Alert (Denmark): Rieber & Son Denmark A/S recalls K-Salad Mayonnaise (400g plastic bottles; Lot L3017985; Best before 03.01.2012), due to the presence of undeclared mustard.
• Allergy Alert (Denmark): Irma Odense City /Coop Denmark A/S recalls IRMA’s warm/hot liver paté (500g; All dates up to and including November 11, 2011), due to incorrect labeling.
• Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Newdan Food Trading recalls Fresh Turkey Breast (900g; Package date 24/10-2011; Best before 05/11-2011), due to Salmonella contamination.
• Food Safety Recall (Denmark): Eliza Chocolate Wholesale ApS recalls Chocolatier Nut Bar Milk Chocolate/Dark Chocolate (35g; Best before 17-04-2012), due to the presence of moth larvae.

Australia and New Zealand

• Allergy Alert (New Zealand): Sanitarium Health & Wellbeing Company recalls Sanitarium So Good Rice Milk (1-litre carton; Best before 25 March 2012; Batch No. 31206), because the product contains undeclared traces of soy. The recalled product was sold in supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

Some supermarket chains post recall notices on their web sites for the convenience of customers. To see whether a recalled food was carried by your favorite supermarket, follow the live link to the supermarket’s recall web site.

• A&P
• Big Y® World Class Market®
• BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc.
• Bloom
• Brookshire’s
• Costco Wholesale Corporation (US stores)
• Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.
• EDEKA (Germany)
• Food City
• Food Lion
• Giant Food LLC
• Gros Cidac (Italy)
• Hannaford Brothers Co.
• Harris Teeter
• H-E-B
• The Kroger Company*
• Lucky Supermarkets
• Price Chopper
• Publix
• Raley’s
• Roundy’s Supermarkets, Inc.
• Safeway**
• Sainsbury’s
• ShopRite
• Stop & Shop
• Sweetbay Supermarkets
• Target
• Top Food & Drug
• Tops Friendly Markets
• Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
• Wegmans
• Whole Foods Market
• WinCo Foods
• Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.

*The Kroger umbrella encompasses numerous supermarket, marketplace and convenience store chains, listed on the Kroger corporate home page.

**Includes Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Dominick’s, Genuardi’s, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs and Pak N’

Recalls and Alerts: November 11, 2011 « eFoodAlert

2008-2009 Pontiac G8: Recall Alert

General Motors is voluntarily recalling all 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 models for a front passenger airbag issue.

A notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) site lists the potential number of affected vehicles at 38,444. Documentation from General Motors indicates the breakdown is 12,043 2008 model year Pontiac G8s and 28,401 for the 2009 model year.

2008 Pontiac G8

The NHTSA notice says the 2008 Pontiac G8s were built from November 2, 2007 through February 5, 2008, while the 2009 G8s were built from May 7, 2008 through January 22, 2009. The Detroit News reports that the G8s were manufactured in Australia by Holden and were imported to the U.S.

At issue is the front passenger airbag. During a 30 mph frontal barrier test, a 5^th percentile female anthropomorphic test device (ATD) exceeded the head injury criteria requirements for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, covering occupant crash protection. The NHTSA bulletin states that “with the front passenger seat positioned full forward, the seat position sensor will cause a 30 milliseconds deployment delay between the first and second stages of the dual-stage frontal passenger air bag.”

In the event of a crash, front seat occupants may sustain head injury as a result of this delay.

General Motors dealers will reprogram the sensing and diagnostic module free of charge to affected 2008-2009 model year Pontiac G8 owners. Although the manufacturer has not yet provided a customer notification schedule, Pontiac G8 owners with questions or concerns may contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Alternatively, owners of Pontiac G8 vehicles involved in the campaign may contact the NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Reference the NHTSA campaign ID No. 11V534000.

2008-2009 Pontiac G8: Recall Alert

Under Armour Recalls Chin Straps for Football Helmets Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Product: UA Defender Chin Straps

Units: About 541,000

Retailer: Under Armour, Inc., of Baltimore, Md.

Importer: JR286, Inc., of Redondo Beach, Calif.

Hazard: The metal snap that connects the chin strap to the helmet has sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard when the user�s metal snap comes into contact with another player.

Incidents/Injuries: Under Armour has received six reports of injuries that required stitches.

Description: This recall involves all UA Defender Chin Straps. They were sold in the following colors: white and black, red, midnight, navy and royal and have a hard nylon shell, a padded chin area and a plastic strap with �Under Armour� printed on it. The chin straps have metal clasps that tighten the straps and attach them to the helmet.

Sold at: Sporting goods stores and Under Armour outlet stores nationwide and at www.underarmour.com from January 2008 through September 2011 for about $20.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chin straps and contact Under Armour for a free replacement chin strap.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Under Armour toll-free at (888) 823-0343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm�s website at www.underarmour.com

Under Armour Recalls Chin Straps for Football Helmets Due to Laceration Hazard

Libbey Glass Recalls Glass Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Product: Fantasy glass bowls

Units: About 16,600 in the United States and 2,000 in Canada

Importer/Distributor: Libbey Glass Inc., of Toledo, Ohio

Hazard: The glass bowl can break when subjected to sudden temperature changes or impact, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a glass bowl breaking while being washed in a commercial dishwasher. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall includes the Fantasy glass bowls sold with a lop-sided shape with one side taller than the other. The bowls are made of clear, colorless glass and were sold in only one size as 8.5 ounces. The bowls measure about 5 3/8 inches in height on the tallest side and about 2 1/4 inches across the base.

Sold to: Commercial customers for use in foodservice establishments nationwide from August 2010 through September 2011. In addition, 48 bowls were sold to consumers at Libbey Outlet stores in Toledo, Ohio and Shreveport, Louisiana from August 2010 through September 2011 for about $6 to $7. Also, 45 bowls were sold to consumers at Home Outfitters in Canada from August 2011 through September 2011 for about $6.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass bowls. Consumers can return the glass bowls to the point of purchase for a refund. Commercial customers should contact Libbey Glass Inc. to arrange for destruction of the product and receipt of a credit or refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Libbey Glass Inc. at (800) 982-7063 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm�s website at www.libbey.com

Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=1447

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Libbey Glass Recalls Glass Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard