Recalls and Bans of Products

F.D.A. Warns of High Risk of Illness or Death in Update of Tomato Recall

The recall of tomatoes distributed in three southern states was upgraded to the most severe warning the agency issues.

By Aishvarya Kavi

Agriculture and Farming Bedner Growers Cucumbers Food Contamination and Poisoning Recalls and Bans of Products Salmonella (Bacteria) United States

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers Sickens 45 People

The outbreak, which was traced to a grower in Florida, has spread to 18 states, according to the C.D.C. Several distributors and stores, including Target, have recalled products containing cucumbers.

By Isabella Kwai

Babies and Infants Baby Foods Food Contamination and Poisoning Hazardous and Toxic Substances Lead Publix Supermarkets Inc Recalls and Bans of Products Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

Publix Recalls Baby Food Pouches Over Lead Contamination Concerns

The voluntary recall was prompted after routine testing. It is the second such recall recently of baby food over possible lead contamination.

By Mark Walker

Amputation Consumer Product Safety Commission Consumer Protection Coolers Fingers Igloo Products Corp Recalls and Bans of Products

130,000 Igloo Coolers Recalled After Fingertip Amputations From Handle

The warning expands a recall of more than one million Igloo coolers in February, which was prompted by reports of fingertip injuries from the tow handle.

By Sara Ruberg