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A California company is recalled 1,800 lots of frozen ground tuna after discovering elevated histamine levels in the product, according to recent news sources. The company is Osamu Corporation of Gardena, California. The histamine levels can be heightened even more by the state that the tuna is currently in. Histamine in food can cause tingling… read more

An ice cream product made by Kroger is being recalled after it was discovered that it contained allergens not declared on its label, according to recent news sources. The ice cream subject to recall is the Private Selection Extreme Moose Tracks, sold in Krogers stores as well as Jay C, Food 4 Less, Owen’s Pay… read more

Tow package wiring harnesses are being recalled by Curt Manufacturing due to a fire hazard, according to recent news sources. The harnesses pose a problem because some let moisture into the converter module, defeating the internal circuit protection. This can lead to overheating, which is when fire becomes a threat. The harnesses are used in… read more

As Halloween approaches, the emergency room physicians see a significant increase in culinary knife accidents resulting from pumpkin carving, according to recent news sources. “The most common accidents associated with pumpkin carving are stab wounds to the fingers and palm,” said a New York hand surgeon. It’s often the index finger that’s punctured, causing damage… read more

Giant Eagle has announced a recall of their shredded iceberg lettuce due to fears of a listeria contamination, according to recent news sources. The packages are 8 ounces and have a sell by date of October 14, 2011. The contamination was discovered by the Food and Drug Administration in a routine sampling test. The lettuce… read more

Henry Gordy International has reached a settlement with the Consumer Product Safety Commission over allegedly failing to report a safety hazard with one of their products, according to recent news sources. The product which poses the safety threat is a toy dart gun for children, call the Auto Fire Target Set. The company will pay… read more

Reports are suggesting that Sony has issued a recall for 1.6 million flat-panel Bravia televisions due to a fire hazard, according to recent news sources. Sony has stated that some of the 40” Bravia LCD televisions have been shown to overheat, causing a fire or melting in some cases. The products that are affected are… read more

As temperatures drop, car maintenance needs may change, depending on the climate you’re in. Keep the following simple maintenance tips in mind this season to protect your automobile and yourself and your passengers. -Check all your fluids, such as your power steering, engine oil, brake and transmission, windshield washer solvent and antifreeze. -Make sure the… read more

A Los Angeles meat company is conducting a recall of their ground beef due to a possible E. coli contamination, according to recent news sources. About 375,000 pounds of ground beef are subject to recall. The meat was shipped to restaurants in California and Nevada and was produced between September 7 and October 6, 2011…. read more

U.S. Marshals seized food products at a storage and processing facility in Washington after the Food and Drug Administration found that rodent and insect infestation were rampant at the facility, according to new reports. The facility is Dominguez Foods of Washington, Inc in Zillah, Washington. In a complaint dated September 29, 2011, the US stated… read more

A recent study has suggested that some daily vitamin and mineral supplement use by older women may increase their risk of premature death, in comparison with those who do not take daily supplements, according to recent news sources. The study also found that older women who take calcium pills may be at a decreased risk… read more

A new study suggest that tanning bed radiation may be more carcinogenic than previously thought, according to recent news sources. The study, published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, showed that significant damage is caused by the ultraviolet rays which penetrate deep into the skin. The study looked at people who were exposed to UVA1… read more