Month: April 2010

Haitians Delivering Healthcare to Haitians

GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010.  A critical component of the response to the earthquake in Haiti, including its health consequences, has been the Haitian people themselves. The following story describes different types of services that have been set up by and for the Haitian people. Mobile clinics and temporary clinics have been[Read More…]

Voluntary Recall of All Tom’s Barbecue Potato Chips Because Of A Possible Health Risk

Charlotte, North Carolina–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010.  Lance, Inc. with headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina is recalling 28,087 cases of Tom’s Barbecue Potato Chips packaged in 1 oz (UPC 021900060406), 2.25 oz (UPC 021900011477) and 8.5 oz (UPC 021900062417) sizes because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism[Read More…]

Crate and Barrel Recalls Glass Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using products immediately unless otherwise instructed Name of Product: Glass Water Bottles Units: About 42,000 in the United[Read More…]

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Ottoman Bed Mattresses by PBteen

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010.  The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: PBteen Ottoman Beds Units: About 3,000 Importer: PBteen a division of Williams-Sonoma Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.[Read More…]

Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Jackets and Vests with Moshi Power Systems Units:[Read More…]

Presidential Proclamation–Census Day, April 1 2010

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Since our Nation’s earliest days, the census has played an important role in identifying where resources are most needed. This procedure, enshrined in our Constitution, informs our Government’s responses to the evolving needs of American communities. By completing this year’s survey, we can ensure they receive[Read More…]

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