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I have an unopened can of one the recalled products. What should I do?

Clostridium Botulinum Outbreak FAQs | CDC Botulism
Do not open or puncture the can. Place the unopened can in a sealable bag, wrap another plastic bag around it, and tape it tightly. Dispose the taped bags in a trash receptacle for non-recyclable trash outside the home and out of reach of humans and pets. Wash hands with soap and running water for at least 2 minutes. Any food that may be contaminated with botulinum toxin should be discarded using extreme care.

Which products are being recalled?

Contact Castleberry's Brands
All of the products on the list. This is a change from the original recall, when only cans with a certain date code were being recalled, so be sure to check your canned food again. We want to remind consumers that as an added level of safety, we are recalling all products listed below, regardless of “Best By” dates printed on the cans.

How can I find out if a product has been recalled?

Household Products Database FAQs
Answer: Visit our new Product Safety and Recall Lists, or contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the manufacturer of the product.

What is the correct way to store unopened canned and bottled products?

Food Products Association
Store unopened can products and shelf-stable bottled products off the floor in a pantry or in a cool, clean and dry place. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

Will Vioxx be recalled?

FDA: Vioxx (rofecoxib) Recall Questions and Answers
FDA did not request a recall of Vioxx. This product is being voluntarily withdrawn from the market by Merck.

Why are brands other than Castleberry being recalled?

Clostridium Botulinum Outbreak FAQs | CDC Botulism
All the recalled brands were canned in the same plant. There is concern that other products manufactured at this plant could be contaminated. None of the recalled products should be consumed.

I ate a recalled product. What should I do?

Clostridium Botulinum Outbreak FAQs | CDC Botulism
If you develop signs or symptoms of botulism, seek medical attention immediately. These include new onset of double vision, blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, or muscle weakness. If untreated, the illness may progress from head to toe, with paralysis of the face, arms, breathing muscles, trunk, and legs. Symptoms generally begin 18 to 36 hours after eating a contaminated food, but they can occur as early as 6 hours or as late as 10 days.

I fed recalled product to my pet. What should I do?

Clostridium Botulinum Outbreak FAQs | CDC Botulism
If your pet develops signs of botulism, seek veterinary attention immediately. Signs of botulism in pets are similar to those in people. In addition, your pet may have difficulty holding its head up or its tongue may hang out of the mouth. There is no specific treatment for botulism in animals, but supportive medical care may be helpful. Watch your pet for signs of botulism for 10 days after it ate the recalled product.

What if my item has been recalled?

UCF Libraries - ILL FAQ
If you receive a notice that a returnable you borrowed has been recalled, return the item immediately to the Interlibrary Loan office. The Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Services Department will attempt to find another copy for you, if requested. Your circulation record will be BLOCKED if you fail to return a recalled item within 5 days. All blocks on your record will be removed when the overdue item is returned.

Can they be recalled after they are elected?

Montgomery County Council - Montgomery County, MD
Councilmembers can be removed from office by an affirmative vote of no less than six Councilmembers after a public hearing on a finding that the Councilmember is unable by reason of physical or mental disability to perform the duties of the office. A Councilmember may also be suspended or removed from office if convicted of certain crimes, as provided in the state Constitution. Maryland law does not allow popular recall by petition.

Which dehumidifiers are being recalled?

Dehumidifier Recall FAQs
Whirlpool is recalling approximately 1.4 million Whirlpool, Comfort-Aire and Sears Kenmore dehumidifiers. The dehumidifiers are white plastic, about 2-feet high and have a front-mounted water bucket. They have serial numbers that begin with QG, QH, QJ, QK or QL. The serial and model numbers can be found on a label located on the wall behind the water bucket.

Why was the Leveler Recalled?

TreeLounge - FAQ
The Tree-Lounge Leveler was recalled because in some cases people were putting the Leveler onto the bottom of the side rails instead of on the top of the side rails causing the aluminum to split around the bolt holes. In all cases the leveler did not break or the stand did not release from the tree. CESSO (the previous owners) voluntarily contacted the Consumer Product Safety Commission and issued the recall in concern for customer safety.

Why was Vioxx® recalled?

Vioxx®, Heart Attack, and Stroke FAQs - Our Attorneys Ad...
Vioxx® was recalled after a three-year study of 1,300 Vioxx® users found that the drug greatly increased the risk of heart attack and stroke in users. Vioxx® had previously been linked to instances of stomach bleeding and stomach ulcers.

Why were these lenses being recalled?

CIBAVision
We tookthis action because we identified that some lenses in select lots did not meet our standards for ion permeability (IP), a material characteristic which contributes to lens movement on the eye. Some lenses with reduced ion permeability may cause persistent discomfort until the lens is removed, which could lead to corneal irritation for some wearers.

What tires are recalled?

Tire Action Group: Ford/Firestone
On August 9, Bridgestone/Firestone recalled 14.4 million ATX, ATX II and Wilderness AT tires. Approximately, 6.5 million are still on the road. On September 12, the tiremaker promised to replace an additional 1.4 million tires named in a September 1 consumer advisory issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Which batteries are being recalled?

Apple - Support - iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 Battery Exchange...
The recalled batteries are used in 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4, and 15-inch PowerBook G4 computers. Please use the chart below to identify the battery model and serial numbers that apply to your iBook or PowerBook. If the first 5 digits of your battery's 12-digit serial number fall within the noted ranges, please order a replacement battery immediately. To view the model and serial numbers located on the bottom of the battery, you must remove the battery from the computer.
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