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The potential presence of a placebo instead of the drug itself in a portion of the product has prompted the recall of Estarylla tablets by Sandoz.  The drug, an oral contraceptive, is being recalled on the heels of a user reporting that, within the row of actual tablets, there was a placebo.  The company notes… read more

Dodge Grand Caravan, RAM C/V Tradesman, and Town & Country vehicles of the 2013 model year are being recalled by Chrysler due to a potential software malfunction that could contribute to a greater injury risk should a crash take place.  When a collision affects one side of the vehicle, that side’s airbags are designed to… read more

Although many citizens of California will be attending fireworks displays or putting together their own private shows tomorrow, there are a great many people who would prefer a relaxing day at the beach.  But even if such persons don’t have to worry about the threat of an accidental explosion or a serious burn, there are… read more

When a plane is set to land, one hopes that things will go according to plan, that the plane will hit the tarmac and coast to taxiing speed before depositing passengers at the gate.  Sometimes, though, circumstances are such that a pilot has to pull out of the landing and try again, circling back in… read more

We often report on the latest vehicle recalls that could impact California citizens.  Getting potential vehicle defects fixed is a vital part of ensuring highway safety, as what may seem like a minor issue can lead to tragedy.  Our hope is that vehicle owners get issues taken care of right away so that they, their… read more

There are going to be a number of irritable drivers in the Bay Area today and the rest of the Independence Day weekend if the BART strike continues to take place.  Although negotiations were set to resume today, and thus service could come back online at any time, commuters should prepare for a stressful ride… read more

Serrano, Valencia, A.C.E., Magellan, Windsport, and Hurricane motorhomes of model years ranging between 2006 and 2013 are being recalled by Thor Motor Coach because of a potential issue with the RV Custom Products Battery Control Center onboard.  8,571 motorhomes could be susceptible to a failure of that particular component when in transit.  Because this can… read more

AAA Northern California figures that 4.7 million people from around the state will travel for the Fourth of July holiday, and if you fall into that category, then you should be aware that the California Highway Patrol will have no tolerance for drunk drivers over the next five days.  The agency is increasing patrols, casting… read more

There seems to be no end to the types of creative frauds that scammers will come up with in a bid to gain access to an elderly person’s financial assets.  The internet has only perpetuated these alarming crimes.  Four years ago, elderly persons reportedly lost a whopping $2.9 billion because they were the victims of… read more

Last year, a fungal meningitis outbreak claimed the lives of numerous citizens from around the country and compromised the safety and health of many more.  The Food and Drug Administration ratcheted up their compounding pharmacy regulatory efforts as a result, conducting a series of inspections that even led to 14 recalls.  These were issued due… read more

A new report finds the Food and Drug Administration talking up the efforts of those personnel responsible for ensuring the safety of products incoming from Latin America.  The agency points out that many of the items which we interact with on a daily basis will have at least some ingredients imported from a Latin American… read more

Recently, a Hepatitis A outbreak in a handful of states across the country led to the launch of an investigation by the Food and Drug Administration, various local agencies, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  By last Thursday, 127 people had reportedly become ill after consuming an Organic Antioxidant Blend product from Townsend… read more