Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls 36,000 Heartwarming Hugs Bears Over Zipper Slider Choking Hazard
Build-A-Bear Workshop has recalled approximately 36,000 Heartwarming Hugs weighted plush bears sold in the United States after the zipper slider on the bear’s side pouch was found to detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The recall was announced April 30, 2026. No injuries have been reported in the United States. One consumer in […]
CDC: Venomous Snakes at Work
Key points Overview Venomous snakes found in the United States include: Each year, 7,000–8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes in the United States. About 5 of those people die. More people would die if they did not seek medical care. Workers are more likely to suffer long-term injuries than to die from snake bites. […]
Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Stainless King Food Jars And Sportsman Bottles Over Stopper That Can Eject Forcefully
Thermos LLC of Schaumburg, Illinois, has recalled approximately 8.2 million Stainless King Food Jars and Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles after the stopper was found to forcefully eject when opened after storing perishable food or beverages for an extended period. The recall was announced April 30, 2026. Thermos has received 27 reports of consumers struck […]
FDA: What to Ask Your Doctor Before Taking Opioids
Every patient should ask questions when getting a new prescription. This is especially important when your doctor, dentist or other health care professional prescribes you an opioid pain medicine, such as hydrocodone, oxycodone or morphine. Opioid medicines approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration can be used to treat certain kinds of acute and chronic […]
Insulet Recalls Certain Omnipod 5 Insulin Pump Pods Over Tubing Tear That Causes Undetected Insulin Under-Delivery
Insulet Corporation of Acton, Massachusetts, has recalled specific lots of Omnipod 5 insulin pump pods after identifying a manufacturing defect that can cause a small tear in the internal insulin delivery tubing — silently reducing or stopping insulin delivery while the pod continues to appear functional. The FDA has classified it as its most serious […]
CDC: Poisonous Plants and Work
Key points Overview Many plants are poisonous to humans when ingested or through skin contact with plant chemicals. The most common problems with poisonous plants arise from contact with the sap oil. Several plants native to the United States can cause an allergic skin reaction. These include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. Workers […]
David Peyser Sportswear Recalls 207,806 Pairs Of 32 Degrees Heated Socks Sold At Costco Over Burn Hazard
David Peyser Sportswear, doing business as 32 Degrees, has recalled approximately 207,806 pairs of 32 Degrees HEAT heated socks sold exclusively at Costco after the socks were found to pose a burn hazard when worn during high-intensity activities. The recall was announced April 23, 2026. Fourteen heat-related incidents have been reported, including 13 cases of […]
Ghirardelli Recalls 13 Powdered Beverage Mixes Nationwide Over Possible Salmonella Contamination
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company of San Leandro, California, has voluntarily recalled 13 powdered beverage and dessert mixes after discovering the products may have been made with milk powder supplied by California Dairies, Inc., which issued its own recall due to potential Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported. The products are primarily large-format food service packages, […]
CDC: Breast Milk Mix-Up
What to know Despite significant efforts to prevent mix-ups, occasionally expressed breast milk from a mother is given to another mother’s child accidentally, such as in a childcare setting. If that happens, take steps to minimize fear and appropriately manage the situation. Actions to take Few illnesses are transmitted via breast milk. Instead, the unique […]
Tzumi Electronics Recalls 50,000 FitRx SmartBell Adjustable Dumbbells Sold At Walmart Over Weight Plate Impact Hazard
Tzumi Electronics Inc. of New York City has recalled approximately 50,000 FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbells after receiving more than 115 reports of weight plates detaching from the handle during use and striking users. The recall was announced, in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission. At least six injuries have been confirmed, including broken […]