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Merck’s Hib Children Vaccine Recall

Merck announces a children vaccine recall of certain lots of PEDVAXHIB and COMVAX. PEDVAXHIB is a Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine while COMVAX is a combination Haemophilus influenzae type B / hepatitis B vaccine. The recall is specific 11 lots of PEDVAXHIB and 2 lots of COMVAX vaccines manufactured by Merck, distribution started in April 2007. Merck says the potential for contamination of any individual vaccine is low, but because the Company cannot assure the sterility of these specific lots of vaccine, it is conducting this recall. Physicians are advised not to administer any vaccine from the vaccine lots being recalled.

GE Microwave Oven Recall

General Electric announced that it is recalling microwave combo wall ovens after it was discovered that they may pose a fire hazard. GE is calling back about 92000 built-in combination wall and microwave ovens for repair. Consumers should stop using the recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Aquadots Toy Recall

Spin Master is recalling the Aquadots (Aqua Dots or Aqua Beads) toy because of concerns over a chemical reaction if children swallow the pieces. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission writes: Spin Master Recalls Aqua Dots The original manufacturer Moose Enterprises (Australia) recalled the product in Australia already. Consumer News Weekly says:

Totino Pizza Recall

Pizza products under the brand names Totino’s and Jeno’s (General Mills) are being recalled nationwide. The recalled frozen pizzas with pepperoni toppings maybe contaminated with E. coli bacteria O157:H7. Symptoms of E. coli can include severe stomach cramps followed by diarrhea. Recalled are only about 400,000 Tostinos and Jenos boxes labelled ‘EST 7750′ in the USDA mark and best used date of April 2, 2008.