Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The recent deaths of over 300 children in Africa and Asia have prompted the World Health Organization (WHO) to warn about the use of "substandard and falsified" medical products. The organization called for more efforts to protect children from contaminated medicine. Toxicologists Winston Morgan and Shazma Bashir unpack the story.

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XTalks

MAY 19, 2022

Mars Wrigley announced a voluntary recall of various candy products after consumers reported thin metal strands in the candy itself or loose in the bag. The products, which were recalled in the US, include Starburst, Skittles and Life Savers gummies. The Mars recall impacted 13 product stock keeping units (SKUs) ranging from 3.5-ounce

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Fierce Pharma

DECEMBER 27, 2023

After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes. After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

MIT engineers have designed a food sensor , made from an array of silk microneedles, that can pierce through the plastic packaging of foods to sample for bacterial contamination and spoilage. Two kinds of specialized “bioinks” react to the bacterial presence and certain pH levels, which respectively detect contamination and spoilage.

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Drug Discovery World

MAY 17, 2023

A first-in-human clinical trial of an experimental oral drug for removing radioactive contaminants from inside the body has begun. The trial is testing the safety, tolerability and processing in the body of escalating doses of the investigational drug product HOPO 14-1 in healthy adults.

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The Pharma Data

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Food and Drug Administration is alerting the public that several categories of FDA-regulated products purchased from Jan. The FDA is working with the company to initiate a voluntary recall External Link Disclaimer of the affected products. Families rely on stores like Family Dollar for products such as food and medicine.

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Fierce Pharma

APRIL 10, 2024

It usually goes without saying that your pharmaceutical production workers need to be gowned and gloved while handling drug materials inside clean rooms. | In a four-observation warning letter issued this week, the U.S.

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NPR Health - Shots

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The foods are sold under dozens of different brand names, but all recalled products say Fresh Creative Cuisine on the bottom of the label. The recall affects items sold in nine East Coast states. Image credit: Sarah Silbiger/Getty Images)

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Scienmag

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

New research reveals widespread contamination, with two neurotoxic pesticides found in concentrations that far exceed accepted safe limits Researchers at the University of Sussex have found widespread contamination of English rivers with two neurotoxic pesticides commonly used in veterinary flea products: fipronil and the neonicotinoid imidacloprid. (..)

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XTalks

AUGUST 4, 2023

The Trader Joe’s recall situation has garnered significant attention in the past week, as the popular retail chain declared three different product recalls during the last week of July. The recalls affect cookies, broccoli-cheddar soup and falafel, raising concerns over possible contamination with foreign objects like insects or rocks.

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XTalks

JUNE 14, 2022

FL OZ (9 mL) nasal spray bottles to be contaminated with the bacteria, Providencia rettgeri. is known for its brand of anti-snoring over-the-counter products. Consumers who have purchased this lot (2372/21222) of SnoreStop should stop using the product immediately and arrange for a refund or a replacement.

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Roots Analysis

APRIL 15, 2024

The production of biologics involves high degree of fragility and sensitivity involving the need for complex manufacturing capabilities, such as fermentation, aseptic fill finish , adequate storage with controlled temperatures and analytical testing to offer quality products.

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Scienmag

JUNE 3, 2022

An international team led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst food and environmental virologist has received a $750,000 USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) partnership grant to develop and test portable, rapid biosensors capable of detecting noroviruses and mycotoxins in foods and agricultural products.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its first injunction under the Produce Safety Rule against Fortune Food Product Inc., an Illinois-based processor of sprouts and soy products. Fortune Food Product did not respond to Xtalks’ request for comment.

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Scienmag

JUNE 16, 2021

Credit: Prof Jon Blount Chemical additives used in plastic production have been found in herring gull eggs, new research shows. Phthalates are a group of chemicals added to plastics to keep them flexible.

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XTalks

APRIL 17, 2023

The causes of these events varied, from contaminated food and water to zoonotic diseases and poor hygiene practices. It was caused by contaminated ice cream products manufactured by Blue Bell Creameries, a popular ice cream company based in Texas. coli O157:H7 bacteria.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

AUGUST 17, 2022

RANKINGS 2022 Excellence Innovation Commended Excellence Product Launch Commended Excellence Safety Commended. The company is ranked in the 2022 Excellence Rankings in the INNOVATION , PRODUCT LAUNCH and SAFETY categories. The Verdict. Northgate Technologies Inc.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Salmonella Outbreak from Poultry — The US A widespread Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated poultry affected thousands across multiple states this year. It also encouraged a citizen petition to make it illegal to sell poultry contaminated with any one of 31 strains of Salmonella. Coli Daycare Outbreak — Canada In September, an E.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

30, 2020 – Nearly 15% of talc-based cosmetic products analyzed in a recent study contained asbestos. She noted that EWG’s online database has identified more than 2,000 personal care products that contain talc, including more than 1,000 loose or pressed powders that could pose an inhalation risk. MONDAY, Nov. based institute.

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pharmaphorum

JANUARY 30, 2023

Ensuring the sterility of the finished product continues to be one of the most critical aspects of drug development, however an array of factors is also sustaining new growth and transformation in this field.

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XTalks

APRIL 11, 2024

As a staple spice in many kitchens, the discovery of elevated lead levels in cinnamon products has prompted a closer look at food safety practices and regulations. Why Cinnamon is Prone to Higher Lead Levels Cinnamon can become contaminated with lead through various pathways. One primary source is environmental contamination.

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Medical Xpress

MARCH 20, 2023

which makes Gerber Good Start SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula, has recalled the product over concerns about contamination with a potentially dangerous bacteria. Perrigo Co.,

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STAT News

APRIL 3, 2023

We hope your journey today is meaningful and productive. Your tips and insights help the world go around… Global Pharma Healthcare, whose eye drops have been linked to dozens of serious reactions, failed to follow numerous procedures to ensure its products did not become contaminated , according to a U.S.

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STAT News

MARCH 31, 2023

Global Pharma Healthcare, whose eye drops have been linked to dozens of serious reactions, failed to follow numerous procedures to ensure its products did not become contaminated, according to a Food and Drug Administration inspection report obtained by STAT.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

BioNTech announced its new vaccine manufacturing approach in Africa where the company will ship modular factories, called the BioNTainer, to the continent to enable domestic production of the vaccines to help increase supplies. Related: BioNTech to Build First mRNA Vaccine Production Plant in Africa. Photo source: BioNTech.

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XTalks

MARCH 25, 2022

Nitrosamines are commonly found in drinking water, air and foods such as dairy products, vegetables and cured and grilled meats. Pfizer places the utmost emphasis on patient safety and product quality at every step in the manufacturing and supply chain process,” the company stated in a news release.

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Pharma Mirror

DECEMBER 12, 2021

By Christopher Weikart, Chief Scientist at SiO2 Materials Science Why is an incredibly innovative and forward-thinking industry like pharmaceuticals being held back by the products that haven’t changed in over a century?

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STAT News

JANUARY 30, 2023

He tested positive for HIV and hepatitis C when he was 11 after catching the viruses from contaminated blood-clotting products. Wiseman, 51, who lives near Sacramento, was diagnosed as an infant with hemophilia, the rare genetic disease that prevents blood from clotting. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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XTalks

AUGUST 31, 2023

Also in this episode, Sydney talks about MenuTrinfo, a private company that established its own certification programs to indicate that certain food products are free from specific allergens. MenuTrinfo operates a heavily vetted ‘Certified Free From’ scheme with standards that have raised the bar for allergen-free products.

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BioSpace

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

From packaging errors and contaminants to serious adverse effects, there are many reasons why products in the life sciences industry get recalled. Here’s a look at some of the latest drug and medical device recalls.

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Sciensano

MARCH 27, 2024

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. In addition to the immediate risks of self-medicating with such a product, the improper use and incorrect dosing of ivermectin can also cause parasite resistance.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Like any other manufactured food product, chocolate can be contaminated if key ingredients or processes break down.

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pharmaphorum

JULY 22, 2022

for an Improved, Efficient and Contaminant-Free Cleanroom. Stringent regulatory standards for product approvals, technological advancements in cleanrooms, initiatives taken by private organisations to create awareness regarding cleanroom and growth of the healthcare sector globally are among the few factors expected to drive the market.

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XTalks

APRIL 18, 2024

In this episode of the Xtalks Food Podcast, Sydney talks about the discovery of elevated lead levels in cinnamon products, which has prompted a closer look at food safety practices and regulations. Cinnamon can become contaminated with lead through various pathways.

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XTalks

MAY 26, 2022

Mars Wrigley announced a voluntary recall of various candy products after consumers reported thin metal strands in the candy itself or loose in the bag. She brings up several other recent recalls and explains why metal contamination is such a prevalent occurrence in the food and beverage industry.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Learn about new solutions for real-time and thorough monitoring of pharmaceutical water systems to ensure only the highest quality products are delivered to patients. Add bookmark. Download Your Copy. For further information on how we process and monitor your personal data click here. You have the right to object.

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XTalks

JULY 18, 2023

Johnson & Johnson is turning the tables and launching its own lawsuits against several doctors who conducted studies on the company’s talc-based products. Johnson & Johnson has been accused of knowing about, and covering up, the higher-than-acceptable amounts of asbestos in some of its final talc products since the 1970s.

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