Subj : Re: Product Recalls (Real!)
To   : All
From : Robert Richards
Date : Wed Feb 28 2001 10:16 pm

SafetyAlerts Wednesday, February 28 2001
(Earthquake in Washington State today)

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 friends and family. Even if they do not live 
 in an area affected by the following alerts,      
       they may know of people who do.     
 
    Thank you so much for your support.
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Today's SafetyAlerts...(8 Recalls today, 4 are Nationwide.)

Today's Recalls
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Kraft Foods Recalls Easy Mac
Reason: May be contaminated with food grade lubricating oil.
Distribution: Nationwide.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/kraft.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/kraft.htm



Recent Infant Death Prompts Search for Recalled Play Yards/Cribs
Reason: These cribs/play yards can collapse and entrap an infant.
Distribution: Nationwide.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/p/01/01094.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/p/01/01094.htm



(Rx) Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid OTIC Solution Recall
Reason: Subpotency.
Distribution: Nationwide.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d095.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d095.htm



Isosorbide and (RX) Tramadol Recalled
Reason: Tablet mix-up.
Distribution:(States Only) SC, VA, and KS.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d09798.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d09798.htm



Oxygen, USP, liquid, in Cryogenic Home Units Recalled
Reason: Improper oxygen analyzer was used for identity testing.
Distribution: Ohio.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d077.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d077.htm



Medi-Tussin DM (OTC) Recalled
Reason: Mislabeling.
Distribution: Nationwide.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d078.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d078.htm



(OTC) Adult Low Strength Enteric Coated Aspirin Recalled
Reason: May be sub-potent.
Distribution:(States Only) MN, PA, NY, NC, MA, OH, CA, WA, CO, MD, 
AZ, OR, AR, FL.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d099.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/d099.htm



Allergy Alert: Botana Fiesta Assorted Snacks Recalled
Reason: Undeclared peanuts.
Distribution:(States of) New York and New Jersey.
<a HREF=" http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/botana.htm ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.safetyalerts.com/recall/f/01/botana.htm



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End Recalls

Recent Articles
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California Gun Ban a Modest Success - Misdemeanor law cuts future
violent crime
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108637 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108637



Tetanus Shots in Short Supply - Hospitals rationing remaining doses
for severely injured
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108667 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108667



Paint Gun Injuries Can Be Serious - Unclogging high-pressure spray
guns could cost a finger
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=107689 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=107689



No Butts About It - Maine considering cigarette deposit-return law
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108641 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108641



Ultrasound an Unreliable Screen For Down Syndrome - Study: Inaccurate
at finding defect in mid-pregnancy
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108651 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108651



Smoking Costs Military Millions a Year - Cigarettes linked to early
outs among recruits
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108653 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108653



Boomers Unprepared to Care for Aging Parents - Few discuss long-term
plans with their folks
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108669 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108669



Back Belts Aren't Much Support - Devices do little to prevent injuries
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108665 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108665



Frozen Eggs a Growing Option - New technique may improve pregnancy
odds
<a HREF=" http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108643 ">
Read Article</a>
http://www.healthscout.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/Af?ap=55&id=108643
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Legal Stuff
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Recalls listed in this newsletter may not include the full
product line. Product codes and lot numbers are posted on the
site when available.  In addition we suggest you contact the
manufacturer.

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