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Sausage Alert: Check Your Fridge for This Recall!

December 22, 2025

A Portland company has pulled some of its sausages from the market. Olympia Provisions has recalled nearly 1, 930 pounds of their holiday kielbasa sausages. The U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced this on Friday. These sausages were sold in stores across C

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Play Yards Pulled from Amazon: What You Need to Know

November 23, 2025

Amazon has taken a step back from selling Anna Queen play yards. Why? Because they might be dangerous for babies. The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has flagged these play yards. They say the design could lead to suffocation or entrapment. This is a big deal because safety comes first when

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The Hidden Truths Behind Your Supplements

November 14, 2025

The supplement industry is booming, with promises of better health, glowing skin, and improved focus flooding social media. But what's really inside those bottles? The truth is, supplements are not as tightly regulated as prescription drugs. This means companies can sell products without rigorous te

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Pet Food Alert: What You Need to Know About Recent Recalls

October 24, 2025

Two pet food companies have pulled some of their products off the shelves due to possible salmonella contamination. Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are the brands involved. This bacteria can make both pets and people unwell. Foodynamics is recalling several freeze-dried treats. These include items from

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Deli Dilemma: Colorado Stores Pull Pasta Salads Over Bacteria Fears

September 29, 2025

Albertsons Stores in Colorado are facing a food safety issue. They have pulled certain deli items from their shelves. The concern? Possible listeria contamination. This isn't just a local problem. It's part of a bigger recall involving multiple states. The main culprits are two types of pesto bowti

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Walmart's Water Bottle Recall: A Lesson in Product Safety

July 11, 2025

Walmart is pulling 850, 000 water bottles from shelves after reports of serious injuries. The issue? The lid can shoot off with surprising force, causing harm. Two people have already lost their vision due to this problem. The bottles in question are the Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated

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Scooters on Standby: What You Need to Know

March 24, 2025

Scooters are a popular way to get around, but some models have a serious flaw. The U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has flagged a problem with Segway's Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters. The issue? The folding mechanism can fail while in use. This can cause the handlebars or stem t

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Check Your Pantry: Important Target Green Bean Recall

March 22, 2025

There is a serious food recall happening right now. It involves canned green beans. Specifically, the recall targets a store brand called "Good & Gather. " This brand is sold at Target. The recall is happening in 21 states, including Illinois. So, if you live in one of these states, pay attention.

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Coolers Causing Injuries: What You Need to Know

February 14, 2025

Igloo Products Corp. has a big problem on their hands. They're recalling over a million rolling coolers. The issue? The tow handle can pinch fingertips, leading to serious injuries. We're talking amputations, lacerations, and bone fractures. The company is working with the U. S. Consumer Product Saf

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Why Unpasteurized Apple Cider Can Be a Fall Risk

October 7, 2024

Ever thought about why some apple cider looks cloudy and golden? That's because it might not be pasteurized. Health departments in places like Ogle County, Illinois, and Fulton County, Georgia, are warning people to be careful. Unpasteurized cider can have harmful bacteria that make you sick. Most o