Four brands of hand soaps and skin products are being recalled nationwide in the US due to contamination with bacteria Burkholderia cepacia, which can cause infections and sepsis, especially in immunosuppressed individuals. The products, including DermaKleen, KleenFoam, DermaSarra, and PeriGiene, are available online and possibly in public facilities, with no reported adverse events so far. Consumers are advised to contact the company for questions.
The FDA found significant violations at a Tom's of Maine facility, including bacteria in water used for toothpaste production and a black mold-like substance. The inspection revealed the presence of harmful bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Ralstonia insidiosa in water samples. The FDA has issued a warning to parent company Colgate-Palmolive, demanding a remediation plan and improvements to the water system. Tom's of Maine is working with the FDA to address these issues and ensure product safety.
The FDA has found that Tom's of Maine toothpaste was manufactured using water contaminated with bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause serious infections. An inspection of the Sanford, Maine facility also revealed a 'black mold-like substance' near production equipment. The FDA has requested Colgate-Palmolive, Tom's parent company, to provide further documentation and testing results. Colgate-Palmolive stated they are addressing the issues and remain confident in their product's safety.
Flushing the toilet releases a plume of aerosolized bacteria and viruses into the air, regardless of whether the lid is up or down. Research shows that the most contaminated areas in the bathroom after flushing include the toilet bowl water, toilet brush, toilet seat, floor surrounding the toilet, and bathroom walls. Regular disinfection of all restroom surfaces, especially after toilet brushing, and the use of a disinfectant with residual microbicidal activity are recommended to minimize the risk of infection, particularly for individuals with compromised immune systems.
Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant Formula, which was recalled in March due to potential bacteria contamination, was distributed to retailers across eight states after the recall began, according to the US Food and Drug Administration. Associated Wholesale Grocers distributed the recalled product to supermarkets across Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The recalled formula sold beyond the start of the recall can be identified by its lot codes and “use by” dates. Consumers who purchased the product should discontinue use and dispose of it.
The FDA has issued a second recall for Gerber Good Start SoothePro baby formula due to the presence of Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria, which can be fatal to infants under two months old. The recall was prompted after distributors continued to sell the tainted powder in eight states, despite a previous recall in March. Consumers who purchased the affected batches have been urged to dispose of the product and contact Perrigo for a refund. No illnesses have been reported, but parents are advised to watch for symptoms such as fever, poor feeding, and excessive crying.
More than 500,000 COVID-19 test kits distributed to CVS and Amazon are being recalled due to potential contamination with bacteria that can cause illness and produce false test results, according to the FDA. The kits are labeled SD Biosensor, Inc. Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests and distributed by Roche Diagnostics. Consumers are warned to stop using and throw out any test kits subject to the recall, and not to pour the liquid solution down the drain. The FDA has not received any reports of illness from the kits.
More than 500,000 SD Biosensor, Inc. Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Test kits distributed to CVS and Amazon have been recalled due to potential contamination with bacteria that can cause illness and produce false test results. The FDA warns consumers to stop using and dispose of the kits properly. The liquid in the test kits may be contaminated with certain strains of bacteria that can cause illness in people with weakened immune systems or those with direct exposure to the contaminated liquid solution through standard handling, accidental spills, or misuse of the product.
Perrigo Company, the maker of Gerber's Good Start infant formula, is voluntarily recalling some of its Gerber Good Start Soothe Pro powdered infant formula due to possible bacteria contamination. The formula was made between January 2 - January 18, 2023, and customers with the product should dispose of it and can ask for a refund. No products have shown signs of contamination, and no one has become sick, but the recall was done out of caution.
