Medical Diseases

Dorset Cheese Voluntarily Recalled by North Atlantic and Northeast Whole Foods Market Stores Due to Possible Health Risk In response to a recall from Consider Bardwell Farm, Whole Foods Market stores in the Northeast and North Atlantic regions are voluntarily recalling Dorset cheese because of a potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes Published October 01, 2019 at 05:56AM

Cellect Products Inc. and Oglethorpe Ltd. Issue Voluntary Worldwide Recall of Cellect Unflavored Powder & Essentials Factor Cell Synergy Unflavored Powder, Lot #041907 Due to Potential Unsafe Levels of Arsenic and Lead The Cellect Unflavored Powder & Essentials Factor Cell Synergy Unflavored Powder has been found to have unsafe levels of Arsenic and Lead. Published October 01, 2019 at 02:20AM

Consider Bardwell Farm Recalls Dorset, Slyboro, and Experience Because of Possible Health Risk These products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe he Published September 30, 2019 at 11:15PM

Fisher Packing Company Recalls Ready-To-Eat Pork Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination Fisher Packing Company, a Redkey, Ind. establishment, is recalling approximately 744 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) pork products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes. Published September 29, 2019 at 08:05AM

Tip Top Poultry, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination Tip Top Poultry, Inc, a Rockmart, Ga., establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of ready-to-eat (RTE) poultry products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes. Published September 29, 2019 at 05:05AM

Rong Shing Trading Ny Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Ganchi Naiweitangpian Candies RONG SHING NY Trading Inc. of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling its 280-gram (9.8-ounce) packages of GANCHI NAIWEITANGPIAN candy because they may contain undeclared milk allergen. Consumers who are allergic to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this prod Published September 27, 2019 at 09:51PM

Keurig Dr Pepper Announces Voluntary Withdrawal of Unflavored Peñafiel Mineral Spring Water that Does Not Meet FDA Bottled Water Quality Standards Keurig Dr Pepper today announced it will voluntarily withdraw Peñafiel unflavored mineral spring water products, imported from Mexico, due to the presence of violative levels of arsenic. Published September 27, 2019 at 05:20AM

Weaver Fundraising, Llc Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds, Cashews, and Pecans in Trail's End Chocolatey Caramel Crunch Sold in Houston and Corpus Christi, Texas Weaver Fundraising, LLC (Indianapolis, IN) is voluntarily recalling 15 oz. tins containing Trail's End Chocolatey Caramel Crunch because they may inadvertently contain almonds, cashews and pecans. Published September 26, 2019 at 02:21AM

Euphoria Fancy Food Inc. Recalls "Capitan K Salmon Fillet" Due to Possible Health Risk Euphoria Fancy Food Inc of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 7.05 oz packages of "CAPITAN K" salmon slightly salted pieces because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Published September 24, 2019 at 11:52PM

Frozen and Refrigerated Cookie Dough Products Recalled Due to Potential Health Risk from Allergens California New Foods has issued a voluntary recall of frozen and refrigerated cookie dough products due to a lack of labeling that addresses the potential for the products to contain peanut and walnut allergens. Published September 24, 2019 at 07:40PM

Astrochef LLC. Recalls Chicken Pub Style Entrees Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Astrochef LLC., a Rockwall, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 11,475 pounds of frozen chicken pub style entrees labeled as beef pub style entrees due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. Published September 20, 2019 at 11:45PM

Roland Foods, LLC Initiates a Voluntary Recall of Roland Red Lumpfish Caviar and Roland Black Lumpfish Caviar Due to Possible Health Risk Roland Foods, LLC of New York, New York is initiating a voluntary recall of its red and black lumpfish caviar products, which were manufactured at Ora ehf in Iceland, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Published September 21, 2019 at 07:34AM

Epilepsy affects up to 1-4% of children living in low income and middle countries, however there are few studies of the problems faced by children with epilepsy in such settings. We aimed to document the situation for children with epilepsy in Port Moresby, an urban area in Papua New Guinea, a low-middle income country in the Western Pacific region. We conducted longitudinal cohort study using mixed methods, with serial data collected over 2 years which assessed seizure control, neurodevelopment, and structured interviews with children and parents. For quantitative data descriptive statistics are reported; for qualitative data common responses, themes, experiences and perceptions were grouped and reported in narrative. Forty-seven children with epilepsy were followed for a median of 18 months. Twenty six (55%) children had some associated neurodevelopmental disability. Children gave detailed and vivid descriptions of their experience of seizures. Most children and parents had a positiv

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) was created in 1989 and has provided us a framework for the structure of a Childrens’ rights delivered clinical service, standards for clinical care and indeed undergraduate curriculum for medical students. It is worthwhile reminding yourself of some of the Articles. Article 17 states, ‘Children have the right to get information that is important to their health and well-being’ and Article 24 focuses on health and health services, stating, ‘ Children have the right to good quality healthcare—the best healthcare possible—to safe drinking water, nutritious food, a clean and safe environment, and information to help them stay healthy.’ It is clear that some children are given inadequate support and information in some healthcare environments. Przybylska MA et al . [ BMJ Paediatrics Open 2019;3: e000445; https://ift.tt/2HtGwjK ] identified this gap in information available for children and have highlighted this need... fro

The sudden and unexpected death of an infant or child is devastating. An inability to explain why an infant or child died is difficult to accept for both families and professionals. No reliable national dataset exists to estimate precisely how many infants and children die unexpectedly each year in England. This lack of accurate epidemiological data belies the scale of this public health problem. Detailed controlled observational studies of infant deaths identifying risk factors and providing evidence-based advice for parents has seen a dramatic reduction in incidence over the last 30 years by almost 80% but greater knowledge is needed if future deaths of infants and older children are to be prevented and families optimally supported. We propose that a national registry of sudden unexpected deaths in infancy and childhood would accurately determine incidence, identify unknown risk factors and highlight good care practices, ensuring these can be standardised nationally. For such a proje

Archivist was reminded of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) when he was involved with a few cases following an enterovirus D68 mini outbreak a few years ago. It is a rare diagnosis in UK. Part of the role of the general paediatrician is to be aware of these rarities and diagnose promptly. In a small case series, reported by Matesanz S et al . [ J Pediatr 2019 Aug 8. pii: S0022-3476(19)30849-2. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2019.07.015] the diagnostic features were highlighted. Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is defined as the acute onset of focal limb weakness with corresponding spinal cord grey matter-specific abnormalities spanning one or more spinal segments on MRI, sometimes with associated brainstem and posterior fossa abnormalities. Weakness typically begins in the setting of a recent or current respiratory and/or febrile illness and may be rapidly progressive. The diagnosis is often delayed and the evidence base for treatment is poor. This was a... from Archives of Disease in Childhood curren

A growing number of children with life-limiting conditions (LLCs) are being cared for in paediatric critical care (PCC) settings. Children with LLCs admitted to PCC are at a high risk of developing complications and many die after prolonged admissions. Relatively few of these patients and their parents or carers have had documented discussions about their wishes for care in the event of a serious clinical deterioration before admission to PCC. There is a need for improved understanding of (1) how parents arrive at decisions regarding what is best for their child at times of critical illness and (2) the role of parallel planning and advance care plans in that process. This review examines the complexities of decision-making in children with LLCs who are admitted to PCC settings. from Archives of Disease in Childhood current issue https://ift.tt/2IhEILn

From birth, children living in disadvantaged socioeconomic circumstances (SECs) suffer from worse health than their more advantaged peers. The pathways through which SECs influence children’s health are complex and inter-related, but in general are driven by differences in the distribution of power and resources that determine the economic, material and psychosocial conditions in which children grow up. A better understanding of why children from more disadvantaged backgrounds have worse health and how interventions work, for whom and in what contexts, will help to reduce these unfair differences. Macro-level change is also required, including the reduction of child poverty through improved social security systems and employment opportunities, and continued investment in high-quality and accessible services (eg, childcare, key workers, children’s centres and healthy school environments). Child health professionals can play a crucial role by being mindful of the social determinants of h

We describe the case of a patient with ongoing weight loss, low mood and previously undisclosed gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms initially diagnosed with an eating disorder and subsequently diagnosed with ulcerative colitis over a year following initial presentation. This patient exhibited disordered eating secondary to the worsening symptoms of undiagnosed inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and had altered her eating habits to reduce the diarrhoea and rectal bleeding she was experiencing, contributing to significant weight loss.The implications of a delayed diagnosis of IBD or incorrect diagnosis of eating disorder are severe both physically and psychologically. We discuss factors in the assessment of patients which may raise suspicion of organic GI disease such as IBD—an important differential diagnosis in those with non-specific GI symptoms and suspected eating disorder—and highlight baseline investigations which should be performed to ensure a diagnosis of IBD is not missed in these pa

To improve the postdischarge growth of exclusively breastfed preterm infants, born weighing ≤1.8 kg, by using breast milk fortifier (BMF) supplements postdischarge until 48 weeks’ gestational age. A quality improvement (QI) project involving plan–do–study–act (PDSA) cycles. A tertiary surgical neonatal unit. Preterm infants weighing ≤1.8 kg at birth. We completed four PDSA cycles to develop and improve an electronic patient information sheet to promote the use BMF beyond discharge. Safety, feasibility and attitudes of parents to home BMF were assessed using questionnaires. A retrospective audit (July 2015–September 2017) was completed investigating the effects of home BMF on growth up to 1 year of age. Change in SD scores for weight for age, length for age and head circumference of age at various time points compared with those at birth were calculated. Compared with baseline measurements (infants born October 2012–November 2013), the QI project resulted in improved growth (measured as

Perdue Foods LLC Recalls Simply Smart Organics Frozen Chicken Ready-to-Eat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Perdue Foods, LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 495 pounds of frozen ready-to-eat chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. Published September 18, 2019 at 06:30AM

General Mills Recalls Five Pound Bags of Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour General Mills announced today a voluntary national recall of five-pound bags of its Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour with a better if used by date of September 6, 2020. Published September 17, 2019 at 03:56AM

Urban Remedy Voluntarily Recalls 76 Salads, Wraps That May Contain E.Coli Bacteria No Illnesses Reported, Company Taking Preventive Action Urban Remedy, a California-based producer and retailer of ultra-fresh, organic meals, is voluntarily recalling 76 salads and wraps that contain spinach that may be contaminated with E. coli. Seventy-six salads and wraps are still unaccounted for. No juices or any other products are being recalled. Published September 13, 2019 at 08:20PM

Rong Shing Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs and Milk in FuPaiYuan Nougat Candies RONG SHING of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 450g packages of FuPaiYuan Nougat candy because they may contain undeclared eggs and milk allergens Published September 13, 2019 at 12:21AM

Rong Shing Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs and Milk in FuPaiYuan Matcha Candies RONG SHING of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 450g packages of FuPaiYuan Matcha candy because they may contain undeclared eggs and milk allergens Published September 12, 2019 at 11:57PM

Stark Group International Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergens in Ritter Sport KAFFEESPLITTER - 3.5 Ounce /100 Gram Stark Group International of Greenvale, NY is recalling all codes of its 100 gram packages of Ritter Sport -KAFFEESPLITTER because they may contain undeclared milk allergens. Published September 12, 2019 at 09:51PM

Stark Group International Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergens in Ritter Sport KAFFEESPLITTER - 3.5 Ounce /100 Gram Stark Group International of Greenvale, NY is recalling all codes of its 100 gram packages of Ritter Sport -KAFFEESPLITTER because they may contain undeclared milk allergens. Published September 12, 2019 at 09:51PM

Recall of Yellowfin Tuna Steaks Issued On September 6, 2019, Alfa International Seafood, Inc. of Medley, FL, voluntarily initiated a recall of refrigerated, wild-caught yellowfin tuna loins because of potentially elevated levels of histamine. Published September 12, 2019 at 12:36AM

Hy-Vee Voluntarily Recalls Several Hy-Vee Mealtime Asian Entrees Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling seven of its Hy-Vee Mealtime Asian Entrees after discovering the liquid egg used to make the fried rice contains milk, which is not declared on the product label. Published September 11, 2019 at 09:35PM

Hy-Vee Voluntarily Recalls Several Hy-Vee Mealtime Asian Entrees Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling seven of its Hy-Vee Mealtime Asian Entrees after discovering the liquid egg used to make the fried rice contains milk, which is not declared on the product label. Published September 11, 2019 at 09:35PM

Hy-Vee Fresh Commissary Recalls Ready-To-Eat Beef and Chicken Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Hy-Vee Fresh Commissary, an Ankeny, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 6,233 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) beef and chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. Published September 11, 2019 at 03:00AM

Hometown Food Company Issues Voluntary Recall of Martha White Gluten Free Sweet Cornbread Muffin Mix Due to Possible Presence of Gluten Hometown Food Company today initiated a limited, voluntary, consumer-level recall of approximately 374 cases of two specific lot codes of its Martha White Gluten Free Sweet Cornbread Muffin Mix, due to standard quality batch testing that indicated the presence of gluten derived from wheat, rye Published September 10, 2019 at 02:37AM

House Of Spices (india) Issues Recall of "MDH Sambar Masala" Due To Salmonella Contamination House of Spices (India) is recalling different lots of "MDH SAMBAR MASALA", 3.5oz (100g) UPC code 6291103750327. This product is produced by R-PURE AGRO SPECIALITIES and distributed by HOUSE OF SPICES (INDIA). This product was tested by FDA through a certified laboratory to be positive for Salmonell Published September 07, 2019 at 10:20PM

Udi's Classic Hamburger Buns Recalled due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material Conagra Brands is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity (approx. 2,200 cases) of Udi's Classic Hamburger Buns due to the potential presence of small pieces of white plastic. Published September 07, 2019 at 06:37AM

BCI Foods Inc. Recalls Meat and Poultry Soup Products Produced Without Benefit of Import Inspection BCI Foods, Inc., a Quebec, Canada firm and importer of record, is recalling approximately 3,304 pounds of meat and poultry soup products that were not presented for import re-inspection. Published September 05, 2019 at 11:45PM

Williams Foods LLC Initiates a Voluntary Recall of Taco Seasoning Product Due to Possible Presence of Salmonella Contamination These items contain cumin spice involved in a recall initiated by our supplier, Mincing Spice Co. Mincing has issued a recall for a specific lot of cumin they produced because a sample from that lot was tested by one of Mincing's customers and was found to be potentially contaminated with Salmonella Published September 05, 2019 at 09:00PM

Great One Trading Inc. Issues Expanding Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg In Fishball Products Great One Trading Inc. is recalling the above because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Published September 04, 2019 at 09:03PM