Advisory vs. City Chix Inc. Robinsons Ermita
When I was at said restaurant, there was no visible indication, in the dining area of said restaurant of a senior citizen lane. The presence of such a sign in said
restaurant is required by law. When I asserted my right as a senior citizen
and entered a line of people, an employee at said restaurant, identified as
Abby, asked the person lined up after me, if she had objections. Said Abby didn't attend to me right away. After said Abby received my payment for the food,
she touched the containers for said food with her bare hands. So the germs from
the money she received could contaminate the food containers. Up to the time I left said restaurant, said Abby didn't give me the food I paid for.The manager for said
restaurant was identified as Jovelin E. Comaykin
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CHECK FOR SAFETY
A Home Fall Prevention
Checklist for Older Adults
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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This checklist is a publication of the National Center
for Injury Prevention and Control of the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Julie L. Gerberding, MD, MPH, Director
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
Sue Binder, MD, Director
Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention
Christine M. Branche, PhD, Director
Authors
Judy A. Stevens, PhD
Sarah J. Olson, MS, CHES
2004
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Falls at Home
Each year, thousands of older
Americans fall at home. Many of
them are seriously injured, and
some are disabled. In 2001, more
than 11,500 people over age 65
died because of falls.
Falls are often due to hazards
that are easy to overlook but easy
to fix. This checklist will help you
find and fix those hazards in your
home.
The checklist asks about hazards
found in each room of your home.
For each hazard, the checklist tells
you how to fix the problem. At the
end of the checklist, you will find
other tips for preventing falls.
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Floors
Look at the floor in each room.
Q. When you walk through a room,
do you have to walk around
furniture?
? Ask someone to move the furniture
so your path is clear.
Q. Do you have throw rugs on the
floor?
? Remove the rugs or use double-sided
tape or a non-slip backing so the rugs
won’t slip.
Q. Are papers, magazines, books,
shoes, boxes, blankets, towels,
or other objects on the floor?
? Pick up things that are on the floor.
Always keep objects off the floor.
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Q. Do you have to walk over or
around cords or wires (like cords
from lamps, extension cords, or
telephone cords)?
Coil or tape cords and wires next to
the wall so you can’t trip over them.
Have an electrician put in another
outlet.
CHECK FOR SAFETY -3
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Stairs and Steps
Look at the stairs you use both inside
and outside your home.
Q. Are papers, shoes, books, or other
objects on the stairs?
Pick up things on the stairs. Always
keep objects off the stairs.
Q. Are some steps broken or uneven?
Fix loose or uneven steps.
Q. Are you missing a light over
the stairway?
Have a handyman or an electrician
put in an overhead light at the top
and bottom of the stairs.
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Q. Has the stairway light bulb
burned out?
? Have a friend or family member
change the light bulb.
Q. Do you have only one light switch
for your stairs (only at the top or
at the bottom of the stairs)?
? Have a handyman or an electrician
put in a light switch at the top and
bottom of the stairs. You can get light
switches that glow.
?
CHECK FOR SAFETY -5
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Q. Are the handrails loose or broken?
Is there a handrail on only one
side of the stairs?
? Fix loose handrails or put in new
ones. Make sure handrails are on both
sides of the stairs and are as long as
the stairs.
Q. Is the carpet on the steps loose
or torn?
? Make sure the carpet is firmly
attached to every step or remove the
carpet and attach non-slip rubber
treads on the stairs.
?
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Kitchen
Look at your kitchen and eating
area.
Q. Are the things you use often on
high shelves?
? Move items in your cabinets. Keep
things you use often on the lower
shelves (about waist high).
Q. Is your step stool unsteady?
? Get a new, steady step stool with
a bar to hold on to. Never use a
chair as a step stool.
?
CHECK FOR SAFETY -7
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Bedrooms
Look at all your bedrooms.
Q. Is the light near the bed hard to
reach?
? Place a lamp close to the bed where
it is easy to reach.
Q. Is the path from your bed to the
bathroom dark?
? Put in a night-light so you can see
where you’re walking. Some night-
lights go on by themselves after dark.
?
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Bathrooms
Look at all your bathrooms.
Q. Is the tub or shower floor slippery?
? Put a non-slip rubber mat or self-
stick strips on the floor of the tub
or shower.
Q. Do you have some support when
you get in and out of the tub or
up from the toilet?
? Have a handyman or a carpenter
put in grab bars next to and inside
the tub and next to the toilet.
?
CHECK FOR SAFETY -9
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Other Things
You Can Do to
Prevent Falls
? Exercise regularly. Exercise makes you
stronger and improves your balance
and coordination.
? Have your doctor or pharmacist look
at all the medicines you take, even
over-the-counter medicines. Some
medicines can make you sleepy or
dizzy.
? Have your vision checked at least
once a year by an eye doctor. Poor
vision can increase your risk of
falling.
? Get up slowly after you sit or lie
down.
?
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? Wear sturdy shoes with thin, non-slip
soles. (Avoid slippers and athletic or
jogging shoes with thick soles.)
? Improve the lighting in your home.
Put in brighter bulbs. You may want
to buy compact fluorescent light
bulbs that cost less to use. Use lamp
shades to reduce glare.
? It is safest to have uniform lighting
throughout a room. Add lighting to
dark areas. Hang light weight
curtains or window shades to reduce
glare from bright windows and doors.
? Paint a contrasting color on the top
front edge of all steps so you can see
the stairs better. For example, if you
have dark wood use a light color
paint.
?
CHECK FOR SAFETY -11
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Other Safety Tips
? Keep emergency numbers in large
print near each phone.
? Put a phone near the floor in case you
fall and can’t get up.
? Think about wearing an alarm device
that will bring help in case you fall
and can’t get up.
?
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For more information contact:
The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention
4770 Buford Highway, NE, Mailstop K-63
Atlanta, GA 30341
www.cdc.gov/injury
Falls
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/falls.html
Friday, November 27, 2009
Thursday, November 26, 2009
security lapses at stores at Harrison Plaza Manila
No security check on November 26, 2009 at outside entrance to McDonalds at Harrison Plaza, Manila.I could have brought dangerous weapons into said establishment, to the detriment of customers inside.No visible lane for senior citizens at said restaurant.Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.Lax security check on November 26, 2009 from McDonalds restaurant at Harrison Plaza to interior of Harrison Plaza. I could have brought dangerous weapons into said mall, to the detriment of customers inside.Lax security check at entrance from the mall to SM Department store. I could have brought dangerous weapons into said establishment, to the detriment of customers inside.No visible lane for senior citizens at said department store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.An employee at said department
store interfered when I tried to pay a bill at the bills payment section of said store.No security check at entrance to National Book Store within said mall.I could have brought dangerous weapons into said establishment, to the detriment of customers inside.No visible lane for senior citizens at said
store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores. No security check at entrance to SM Appliances store within said mall.
No visible lane for senior citizens at said store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.No security check at entrance to Abenson store within said mall. No visible lane for senior citizens at said store.Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores. No security check at entrance to ShopWise store within said mall.
I could have brought dangerous weapons into said store, to the detriment of customers inside. No visible lane for senior citizens at said store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.
store interfered when I tried to pay a bill at the bills payment section of said store.No security check at entrance to National Book Store within said mall.I could have brought dangerous weapons into said establishment, to the detriment of customers inside.No visible lane for senior citizens at said
store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores. No security check at entrance to SM Appliances store within said mall.
No visible lane for senior citizens at said store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.No security check at entrance to Abenson store within said mall. No visible lane for senior citizens at said store.Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores. No security check at entrance to ShopWise store within said mall.
I could have brought dangerous weapons into said store, to the detriment of customers inside. No visible lane for senior citizens at said store. Law requires that all stores have a lane for senior citizens within said stores.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
advisories vs. National Book Store, Philippine Postal Corporation, Robinsons Supermarket, Etc.
Public service advisory vs. National Book Store, etc., at Robinsons Ermita. On November 24, 2009, I asked a person, identified as the manager of said store, to show me said store's express lane for senior citizens. She did not show me
a marked express lane for senior citizens in said store. Later, when I
paid in said store for envelopes I had bought, priority was not given to me.
SECTION 15, RULE V of the rules and regulations implementing Republic Act No. 9257
(Expanded Senior Citizens Act) specifically provides for an "Express Lane" for senior citizens. "Express lanes for senior citizens shall be provided
in all private, commercial, and government establishments; in the absence
thereof, priority shall be given to them.
Other establishments in said Robinsons Ermita mall on November 24, 2009 in which I
did not find express lanes for senior citizens were the Philippine Postal Corporation postal station, Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Handyman, Power Books Store.
drowsydriving org
http://drowsydriving.org/
Electrolux ICON(r) and Kenmore PRO(r) Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 24, 2009
Release # 10-048
Electrolux Recall Hotline: (888) 360-8557
Sears Recall Hotline: (800) 733-2299
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Electrolux ICON(r) and Kenmore PRO(r) Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Electrolux ICON and Kenmore 30" PRO Gas Ranges
Units: About 900
Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Hazard: An incorrect part allows more fuel to pass to the range's oven than can be burned efficiently, causing incomplete combustion and the release of carbon monoxide. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received four reports of incidents involving carbon monoxide being released from the recalled gas range. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The following Electrolux ICON and Kenmore PRO 30" free-standing gas range model and serial numbers are included in this recall. For Electrolux ICON, the model and serial numbers are located on the back of the range. For the Kenmore PRO, the model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door and also on the back of the range. Not all serial numbers within these ranges are included in the recall.
Brand: Model
Electrolux ICON Gas Range: E30GF74HPS
Kenmore PRO 30" Gas Range: 790.76913800, 790.76913801
Serial Number Range for all brands/models: NF83000000 - NF93633000
Sold at: Appliance retailers nationwide from August 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,500 and $3,500.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the range's oven and contact Electrolux for the Electrolux ICON or Sears for the Kenmore PRO to schedule a free repair. Consumers can continue to use the cooktop (top burners) and the broiler as well as any clock and/or timer functions.
http://www.mint.com/blog/
mint com blog
redbookmag com
http://www.redbookmag.com/
a marked express lane for senior citizens in said store. Later, when I
paid in said store for envelopes I had bought, priority was not given to me.
SECTION 15, RULE V of the rules and regulations implementing Republic Act No. 9257
(Expanded Senior Citizens Act) specifically provides for an "Express Lane" for senior citizens. "Express lanes for senior citizens shall be provided
in all private, commercial, and government establishments; in the absence
thereof, priority shall be given to them.
Other establishments in said Robinsons Ermita mall on November 24, 2009 in which I
did not find express lanes for senior citizens were the Philippine Postal Corporation postal station, Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Handyman, Power Books Store.
drowsydriving org
http://drowsydriving.org/
Electrolux ICON(r) and Kenmore PRO(r) Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 24, 2009
Release # 10-048
Electrolux Recall Hotline: (888) 360-8557
Sears Recall Hotline: (800) 733-2299
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Electrolux ICON(r) and Kenmore PRO(r) Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Electrolux ICON and Kenmore 30" PRO Gas Ranges
Units: About 900
Manufacturer: Electrolux Home Products Inc., of Augusta, Ga.
Hazard: An incorrect part allows more fuel to pass to the range's oven than can be burned efficiently, causing incomplete combustion and the release of carbon monoxide. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received four reports of incidents involving carbon monoxide being released from the recalled gas range. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The following Electrolux ICON and Kenmore PRO 30" free-standing gas range model and serial numbers are included in this recall. For Electrolux ICON, the model and serial numbers are located on the back of the range. For the Kenmore PRO, the model and serial numbers are located near the base of the range just below the bottom right portion of the oven door and also on the back of the range. Not all serial numbers within these ranges are included in the recall.
Brand: Model
Electrolux ICON Gas Range: E30GF74HPS
Kenmore PRO 30" Gas Range: 790.76913800, 790.76913801
Serial Number Range for all brands/models: NF83000000 - NF93633000
Sold at: Appliance retailers nationwide from August 2008 through October 2009 for between $2,500 and $3,500.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the range's oven and contact Electrolux for the Electrolux ICON or Sears for the Kenmore PRO to schedule a free repair. Consumers can continue to use the cooktop (top burners) and the broiler as well as any clock and/or timer functions.
http://www.mint.com/blog/
mint com blog
redbookmag com
http://www.redbookmag.com/
Friday, November 20, 2009
security lapses at entrances to SM Megamall, etc.
security lapses occurred on November 13, 2009 and on November 19, 2009 at entrances to SM Megamall in Mandaluyong. Because of said security lapses at said entrances, dangerous weapons could have been brought into said shopping areas, to the detriment of people inside. I sent notices to Mandaluyong Mayor Benjamin C. Abalos, Jr. regarding said security lapses but, inspite of R.A. 6713, which he is supposed to obey, he has not provided me with a single reply to said communications.
security lapses occurred on November 20, 2009 at entrances to Robinsons Ermita and Harrison Plaza. Because of said security lapses at said entrances, dangerous weapons could have been brought into said shopping areas, to the detriment of people inside.
customer advisory vs. Johnson & Johnson (Philippines) Inc.
and Band - Aid brand washproof adhesive bandages
I sent to said corporation a letter dated October 13, 2009 re the claim, on the packaging of said product, Band-Aid washproof brand adhesive bandages helps wounds heal 2x faster . I believe said product was sold by a corporation whose head was identified as Donnie Tantoco. In said letter, I asked for proof, if any, that the U.S.Food and Drug Administration (FDA )allowed the use of said claim. I have a box of said bandages which contain said claim.
Subsequently, I received a letter dated October 28, 2009 and allegedly from Agnes F. Padilla Brand Manager employed by said corporation. Said letter did not contain proof that the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA )allowed the use of said claim. I have other evidence vs. said corporation.
advisory re Komorosoba Japanese restaurant which was identified as owned and operated by Komoro Foods Corp. Upper Ground Level, SM Megamall. On November 19, 2009, I saw a live, moving insect in the container for sauce/gravy on the table I was eating at. I was issued said store's official receipt No. 12924 dated 11/19/2009
advisory re Max's restaurant at Robinsons Ermita. On November 20, 2009, the food I ordered had a sauce/gravy container on the same plate as the exposed food. So the germs from the outside bottom of said container could have contaminated the food.
advisory re ShopWise store at Harrison Plaza on November 20, 2009. The security guard on duty at the entrance to said store didn't inspect my luggage and didn't stop me from bringing in said luggage which
was large enough to contain deadly weapons. Previous security lapses occurred at entrances to said store. The head of all ShopWise stores was identified as Donnie Tantoco.
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Everyday Mysteries
Fun Science Facts From the Library of Congress
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/archive.html
Agriculture
Farming,
livestock, crops Astronomy
Celestial
bodies Biology
Life
sciences Botany
Plant
life Chemistry
Chemicals,
substances Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Maps, people,
and leisure
Home Economics
Food, nutrition,
maintenance Meteorology, Climatology
Seasons,
climate, weather Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, Asttronautics
Vehicular travel & technology Physics
Energy &
matter Technology. General
Inventions Zoology
Animals
Agriculture, GeneralAgriculture, General (S) - Farming, livestock
web site which I found to contain useful information:
http://www.alexa.com/
"Town Hall on Toy Safety": CPSC Talks to Parents About New Rules Aimed at Making Toys Safer
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 17, 2009
Release #10-039
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
NEW YORK, N.Y. - At a Town Hall meeting held in New York City, CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum was joined by parents and consumers to talk toy safety. The discussion centered around new federal safety rules that are in place for toys that will give American consumers greater confidence when they go shopping this holiday season. Chairman Tenenbaum informed the audience that starting this year:
* federal limits for lead in paint on children's toys dropped to 90 parts per million, which is among the lowest in the world;
* toys for children 12 and younger must now be tested and certified that they meet the new lead in paint limits;
* children's toys cannot be made or sold with more than 300 parts per million of total lead;
* children's toys cannot be made or sold with more than 0.1% of six prohibited phthalates;
* and most children's toys now fall under mandatory standards, instead of voluntary ones.
"It is important to make safety a priority when making your holiday toy purchases this season," said Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. "CPSC has worked hard this year to give parents and grandparents greater confidence that the toys they seek to purchase have enhanced safety protections for children."
So far in calendar year 2009, CPSC has had 38 toy recalls, which is down from 162 in 2008 and 148 in 2007. Toy recalls involving lead paint are also down. This year there has been 14 recalls involving lead, down from 63 in 2007 and 85 in 2008. CPSC attributes this decline to increased enforcement at the ports, cooperation with other nations, consumer awareness and education and compliance by the industry with new federal safety rules.
For 2008, the Commission has reports of 19 toy-related deaths and about 172,700 hospital emergency room treated toy-related injuries (pdf) to children under 15. Almost half of these injuries, approximately 82,300 were to children younger than 5 years of age. Most of the deaths were associated with drowning, motor vehicle involvement, or airway obstruction from a small toy or small part of a toy.
Here are some safety steps consumers can take while shopping this holiday season:
* Scooters and other Riding Toys - Riding toys, skateboards and in-line skates go fast and falls could be deadly. Helmets and safety gear should be worn at all times and be sized to fit.
* Small Balls and other Toys with Small Parts - For children younger than age three, avoid toys with small parts, which can cause choking.
* Balloons - Children can choke or suffocate on un-inflated or broken balloons. Keep un-inflated balloons away from children younger than eight years old. Discard broken balloons at once.
* Magnets - For children under age six, avoid building or play sets with small magnets. If magnets or pieces with magnets are swallowed, serious injuries and/or death can occur.
Once the gifts are open:
* Immediately discard plastic wrappings or other packaging on toys before they become dangerous play things.
* Keep toys appropriate for older children away from younger siblings.
* Charging batteries should be supervised by adults. Chargers and adapters can pose thermal burn hazards to young children. Pay attention to instructions and warnings on battery chargers. Some chargers lack any device to prevent overcharging.
Along with educating the public, CPSC is equally committed to working with foreign and domestic toy manufacturers, importers, and retailers to help them understand and comply with these new requirements, while keeping their doors open and their businesses competitive.
To see this release on CPSC's web site, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10039.html
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
http://www.seniorfitness.com
security lapses occurred on November 20, 2009 at entrances to Robinsons Ermita and Harrison Plaza. Because of said security lapses at said entrances, dangerous weapons could have been brought into said shopping areas, to the detriment of people inside.
customer advisory vs. Johnson & Johnson (Philippines) Inc.
and Band - Aid brand washproof adhesive bandages
I sent to said corporation a letter dated October 13, 2009 re the claim, on the packaging of said product, Band-Aid washproof brand adhesive bandages helps wounds heal 2x faster . I believe said product was sold by a corporation whose head was identified as Donnie Tantoco. In said letter, I asked for proof, if any, that the U.S.Food and Drug Administration (FDA )allowed the use of said claim. I have a box of said bandages which contain said claim.
Subsequently, I received a letter dated October 28, 2009 and allegedly from Agnes F. Padilla Brand Manager employed by said corporation. Said letter did not contain proof that the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA )allowed the use of said claim. I have other evidence vs. said corporation.
advisory re Komorosoba Japanese restaurant which was identified as owned and operated by Komoro Foods Corp. Upper Ground Level, SM Megamall. On November 19, 2009, I saw a live, moving insect in the container for sauce/gravy on the table I was eating at. I was issued said store's official receipt No. 12924 dated 11/19/2009
advisory re Max's restaurant at Robinsons Ermita. On November 20, 2009, the food I ordered had a sauce/gravy container on the same plate as the exposed food. So the germs from the outside bottom of said container could have contaminated the food.
advisory re ShopWise store at Harrison Plaza on November 20, 2009. The security guard on duty at the entrance to said store didn't inspect my luggage and didn't stop me from bringing in said luggage which
was large enough to contain deadly weapons. Previous security lapses occurred at entrances to said store. The head of all ShopWise stores was identified as Donnie Tantoco.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Everyday Mysteries
Fun Science Facts From the Library of Congress
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/archive.html
Agriculture
Farming,
livestock, crops Astronomy
Celestial
bodies Biology
Life
sciences Botany
Plant
life Chemistry
Chemicals,
substances Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Maps, people,
and leisure
Home Economics
Food, nutrition,
maintenance Meteorology, Climatology
Seasons,
climate, weather Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, Asttronautics
Vehicular travel & technology Physics
Energy &
matter Technology. General
Inventions Zoology
Animals
Agriculture, GeneralAgriculture, General (S) - Farming, livestock
web site which I found to contain useful information:
http://www.alexa.com/
"Town Hall on Toy Safety": CPSC Talks to Parents About New Rules Aimed at Making Toys Safer
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 17, 2009
Release #10-039
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
NEW YORK, N.Y. - At a Town Hall meeting held in New York City, CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum was joined by parents and consumers to talk toy safety. The discussion centered around new federal safety rules that are in place for toys that will give American consumers greater confidence when they go shopping this holiday season. Chairman Tenenbaum informed the audience that starting this year:
* federal limits for lead in paint on children's toys dropped to 90 parts per million, which is among the lowest in the world;
* toys for children 12 and younger must now be tested and certified that they meet the new lead in paint limits;
* children's toys cannot be made or sold with more than 300 parts per million of total lead;
* children's toys cannot be made or sold with more than 0.1% of six prohibited phthalates;
* and most children's toys now fall under mandatory standards, instead of voluntary ones.
"It is important to make safety a priority when making your holiday toy purchases this season," said Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. "CPSC has worked hard this year to give parents and grandparents greater confidence that the toys they seek to purchase have enhanced safety protections for children."
So far in calendar year 2009, CPSC has had 38 toy recalls, which is down from 162 in 2008 and 148 in 2007. Toy recalls involving lead paint are also down. This year there has been 14 recalls involving lead, down from 63 in 2007 and 85 in 2008. CPSC attributes this decline to increased enforcement at the ports, cooperation with other nations, consumer awareness and education and compliance by the industry with new federal safety rules.
For 2008, the Commission has reports of 19 toy-related deaths and about 172,700 hospital emergency room treated toy-related injuries (pdf) to children under 15. Almost half of these injuries, approximately 82,300 were to children younger than 5 years of age. Most of the deaths were associated with drowning, motor vehicle involvement, or airway obstruction from a small toy or small part of a toy.
Here are some safety steps consumers can take while shopping this holiday season:
* Scooters and other Riding Toys - Riding toys, skateboards and in-line skates go fast and falls could be deadly. Helmets and safety gear should be worn at all times and be sized to fit.
* Small Balls and other Toys with Small Parts - For children younger than age three, avoid toys with small parts, which can cause choking.
* Balloons - Children can choke or suffocate on un-inflated or broken balloons. Keep un-inflated balloons away from children younger than eight years old. Discard broken balloons at once.
* Magnets - For children under age six, avoid building or play sets with small magnets. If magnets or pieces with magnets are swallowed, serious injuries and/or death can occur.
Once the gifts are open:
* Immediately discard plastic wrappings or other packaging on toys before they become dangerous play things.
* Keep toys appropriate for older children away from younger siblings.
* Charging batteries should be supervised by adults. Chargers and adapters can pose thermal burn hazards to young children. Pay attention to instructions and warnings on battery chargers. Some chargers lack any device to prevent overcharging.
Along with educating the public, CPSC is equally committed to working with foreign and domestic toy manufacturers, importers, and retailers to help them understand and comply with these new requirements, while keeping their doors open and their businesses competitive.
To see this release on CPSC's web site, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10039.html
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
http://www.seniorfitness.com
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
security lapse at entrance to the Landmark building at Ayala Center, Makati, on ll/09/09.
security lapse at entrance to the Landmark building at Ayala Center, Makati, on ll/09/09. Because of said security lapse, I could have brought deadly weapons
into said area to the detriment of customers inside. While I was in said building on said date, I purchased a product. Proof of said purchase is THE
LANDMARK cash invoice No. 0283395 B dated 11/09/09.
Live, moving fly seen on November 17, 2009 inside the dining area of Chowking Robinsons Ermita, identified as owned by FRESH N’ FAMOUS FOODS Inc. Level 4,
034-037 Robinsons Place, Ermita.
Security lapse at entrance to Robinsons Ermita on November 17, 2009. Because of said security lapse, deadly weapons could have been brought into said shopping
mall, to the detriment of shoppers inside.
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Food Safety In an Emergency
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/emergency/index.html
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Milk and Bone Health
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/milk_bone_health.cfm
Milk and Bone Health
Why are milk and other dairy products important for bone health?
Our bones need calcium to grow and stay strong. They especially need calcium during the teen and tween years when bones are growing the fastest and gaining strength for later in life.
Although calcium is found in a variety of foods, low-fat and fat-free milk and other dairy products are great sources of calcium because they have so much of it.
Tweens and teens can get most of their daily calcium from 3 cups of low-fat or fat-free milk, but they also need additional servings of calcium to get the 1,300 mg necessary for strong bones.
Other reasons low-fat and fat-free milk and dairy products are great sources of calcium include:
* Low-fat and fat-free milk has lots of calcium with little or no fat.
* The calcium in low-fat and fat-free milk and dairy products is easy for the body to absorb and in a form that gives the body easy access to the calcium.
* Low-fat and fat-free milk has added vitamin D, which is important for helping your body better absorb calcium.
* In addition to calcium, milk and dairy products provide other essential nutrients that are important for optimal bone health and development.
Can everyone drink milk?
Some people get an upset stomach if they drink milk or eat dairy products. This may be (but is not always) a sign of lactose intolerance.
Lactose is the sugar found in milk and dairy foods. When lactose is not digested it may cause an upset stomach, bloating, diarrhea, and gas.
Lactose intolerance is not common in young children. It is much less of a problem if milk or dairy foods are taken with meals. Talk to your pediatrician if you think your child might have trouble digesting milk and dairy foods.
Check out the health information topic Lactose Intolerance or visit the What if milk is a problem for my kids? section of the Milk Matters Web site for more information.
Calcium is critical to building bone mass to support physical activity throughout life and to reduce the risk of bone fractures, especially those due to osteoporosis.
Where can I get more information about milk and calcium?
* Milk Matters Campaign Publications and Materials
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubskey.cfm?from=milk
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Cleaning Supplies Can Contaminate Classroom Air
http://www.ewg.org/schoolcleaningsupplies/overview?utm_source=cleanerresend-full&utm_medium=email&utm_content=fifth-link&utm_campaign=toxics
Ordinary school cleaning supplies can expose children to multiple chemicals linked to asthma, cancer, and other documented health problems and to hundreds of other air contaminants that have never been tested for safety, a study by the Environmental Working Group shows. Laboratory tests done for EWG found that a typical assortment of cleaning products released 457 distinct chemicals into the air.
EWG’s findings come at a time when childhood asthma and many childhood cancers are on the rise.
Lax labeling requirements mean that schools often don't know what they're purchasing. Many would be alarmed to learn that when used as directed, Comet Disinfectant Powder Cleanser, a product commonly used in both schools and private homes, released more than 100 air contaminants, including chloroform, benzene, and formaldehyde.
In response to these concerns, many schools have turned to safer cleaning supplies that have been independently certified to meet protective health and safety standards. Eight states have passed legislation requiring or encouraging use of these green cleaning products in schools. Many other forward-thinking school districts have adopted green cleaning policies, replacing toxic products with safer, effective alternatives with no increase in costs.
Check out our report on health risks tied to school cleaning supplies, and learn about safer cleaning at school and at home.
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GMP Herbal Products, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of a Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredients
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm190403.htm
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Heart Diseases - Prevention
http://health.nih.gov/topic/HeartDiseasesPrevention
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Heart Diseases (General)
http://health.nih.gov/topic/HeartDiseasesGeneral
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IDS Sports Conducts a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR
aturday, November 14, 2009 5:51 AM
From:
"U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)"
IDS Sports Conducts a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:41:00 -0600
IDS Sports announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of five of the company’s dietary supplement products sold under the following names: Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR. The Food And Drug Administration (FDA) has notified IDS Sports that the recalled products contain the following undeclared substances, which FDA considers to be steroids: “Madol,” “Turinabol,” “Superdrol,” and/or “Androstenedione.”
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maletips com
http://malektips.com/
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The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women ’07 - 20th Anniversary Edition
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/other/hhw/index.htm
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HHS HealthBeat (November 17, 2009)
Exercise and deep belly fat
http://www.hhs.gov/news/healthbeat/2009/11/20091117a.html
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Rethinking Drinking
http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/default.asp
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Skin Diseases (General)
http://health.nih.gov/topic/SkinDiseasesGeneral
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into said area to the detriment of customers inside. While I was in said building on said date, I purchased a product. Proof of said purchase is THE
LANDMARK cash invoice No. 0283395 B dated 11/09/09.
Live, moving fly seen on November 17, 2009 inside the dining area of Chowking Robinsons Ermita, identified as owned by FRESH N’ FAMOUS FOODS Inc. Level 4,
034-037 Robinsons Place, Ermita.
Security lapse at entrance to Robinsons Ermita on November 17, 2009. Because of said security lapse, deadly weapons could have been brought into said shopping
mall, to the detriment of shoppers inside.
______________________________________________
Food Safety In an Emergency
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/emergency/index.html
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Milk and Bone Health
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/milk_bone_health.cfm
Milk and Bone Health
Why are milk and other dairy products important for bone health?
Our bones need calcium to grow and stay strong. They especially need calcium during the teen and tween years when bones are growing the fastest and gaining strength for later in life.
Although calcium is found in a variety of foods, low-fat and fat-free milk and other dairy products are great sources of calcium because they have so much of it.
Tweens and teens can get most of their daily calcium from 3 cups of low-fat or fat-free milk, but they also need additional servings of calcium to get the 1,300 mg necessary for strong bones.
Other reasons low-fat and fat-free milk and dairy products are great sources of calcium include:
* Low-fat and fat-free milk has lots of calcium with little or no fat.
* The calcium in low-fat and fat-free milk and dairy products is easy for the body to absorb and in a form that gives the body easy access to the calcium.
* Low-fat and fat-free milk has added vitamin D, which is important for helping your body better absorb calcium.
* In addition to calcium, milk and dairy products provide other essential nutrients that are important for optimal bone health and development.
Can everyone drink milk?
Some people get an upset stomach if they drink milk or eat dairy products. This may be (but is not always) a sign of lactose intolerance.
Lactose is the sugar found in milk and dairy foods. When lactose is not digested it may cause an upset stomach, bloating, diarrhea, and gas.
Lactose intolerance is not common in young children. It is much less of a problem if milk or dairy foods are taken with meals. Talk to your pediatrician if you think your child might have trouble digesting milk and dairy foods.
Check out the health information topic Lactose Intolerance or visit the What if milk is a problem for my kids? section of the Milk Matters Web site for more information.
Calcium is critical to building bone mass to support physical activity throughout life and to reduce the risk of bone fractures, especially those due to osteoporosis.
Where can I get more information about milk and calcium?
* Milk Matters Campaign Publications and Materials
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubskey.cfm?from=milk
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Cleaning Supplies Can Contaminate Classroom Air
http://www.ewg.org/schoolcleaningsupplies/overview?utm_source=cleanerresend-full&utm_medium=email&utm_content=fifth-link&utm_campaign=toxics
Ordinary school cleaning supplies can expose children to multiple chemicals linked to asthma, cancer, and other documented health problems and to hundreds of other air contaminants that have never been tested for safety, a study by the Environmental Working Group shows. Laboratory tests done for EWG found that a typical assortment of cleaning products released 457 distinct chemicals into the air.
EWG’s findings come at a time when childhood asthma and many childhood cancers are on the rise.
Lax labeling requirements mean that schools often don't know what they're purchasing. Many would be alarmed to learn that when used as directed, Comet Disinfectant Powder Cleanser, a product commonly used in both schools and private homes, released more than 100 air contaminants, including chloroform, benzene, and formaldehyde.
In response to these concerns, many schools have turned to safer cleaning supplies that have been independently certified to meet protective health and safety standards. Eight states have passed legislation requiring or encouraging use of these green cleaning products in schools. Many other forward-thinking school districts have adopted green cleaning policies, replacing toxic products with safer, effective alternatives with no increase in costs.
Check out our report on health risks tied to school cleaning supplies, and learn about safer cleaning at school and at home.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GMP Herbal Products, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of a Weight Loss Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredients
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm190403.htm
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Heart Diseases - Prevention
http://health.nih.gov/topic/HeartDiseasesPrevention
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Heart Diseases (General)
http://health.nih.gov/topic/HeartDiseasesGeneral
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IDS Sports Conducts a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR
aturday, November 14, 2009 5:51 AM
From:
"U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)"
IDS Sports Conducts a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR
Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:41:00 -0600
IDS Sports announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of five of the company’s dietary supplement products sold under the following names: Bromodrol, Dual Action Grow Tabs, Grow Tabs, Mass Tabs, and Ripped Tabs TR. The Food And Drug Administration (FDA) has notified IDS Sports that the recalled products contain the following undeclared substances, which FDA considers to be steroids: “Madol,” “Turinabol,” “Superdrol,” and/or “Androstenedione.”
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maletips com
http://malektips.com/
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women ’07 - 20th Anniversary Edition
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/other/hhw/index.htm
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
HHS HealthBeat (November 17, 2009)
Exercise and deep belly fat
http://www.hhs.gov/news/healthbeat/2009/11/20091117a.html
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Rethinking Drinking
http://rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/default.asp
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Skin Diseases (General)
http://health.nih.gov/topic/SkinDiseasesGeneral
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Sunday, November 15, 2009
Security lapse on November 13, 2009 at entrance to SM supermarket at SM Megamall. Because of said security lapse, I could have brought deadly weapons into said area. I have sent letters to Mandaluyong Mayor Abalos regarding previous security lapses in private entities in Mandaluyong. Based on evidence, said letters were received by said mayor's agent(s). However, despite R.A. 6713 which said Mayor is supposed to obey, he has never provided me with a reply to said reports of security lapses in Mandaluyong. Are security lapses in private entities in Mandaluyong of no concern to the City government of Mandaluyong? Said Abalos was identfied as president of the Philippine League of Cities.
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Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10706.html
Recall Alert
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207
November 10, 2009
Alert #10-706
Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
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: Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives
Units: About 90
Distributor: IBM, of Research Triangle Park, N.C.
Manufacturer: Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China
Hazard: A plastic weld on the power adapters can fail and allow two parts to separate, exposing live electrical contacts. This poses a shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves power adapters sold with IBM RDX removable back up hard disk drives. The data storage devices were sold with a power adapter that fits various country specific plugs. “Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd” is printed on the adapters. IBM and RDX are printed on the back up hard disk drives.
Sold by: IBM authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $330 and $760.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapters and contact your IBM service provider to determine if their adaptor is involved in this recall. Consumers with the affected adapters will receive a free replacement adapter.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IBM at (800) 426-7378 anytime. Consumers can also visit the firm’s Web site at www.ibm.com/storage
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2:31 AM 11/16/2009Jelly Belly Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in 7.5oz cylinder-style packages of 49 Flavors Jelly Belly jelly beans
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm189402.htm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Fairfield, Calif. – November 4, 2009 --- Jelly Belly Candy Company is recalling 7.5-ounce cylinder-style packages of 49 Flavors Jelly Belly jelly beans because the package is incorrectly labeled. The mislabeled packages failed to list peanut butter and peanut flour in the ingredient statement. People who have an allergy to peanuts or a severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these ingredients.
The Jelly Belly 49 Flavors cylinder packages were shipped to approximately 200 independent stores nationwide from September 29 to October 30, 2009. Product was packaged in a clear 7.5-ounce acetate cylinder with white label on the bottom of the package with lot codes 090925, 090928, 090929 or 091001. UPC code 071567989398
The recall was initiated after the company’s quality control efforts identified the incorrect ingredient statement. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. No other candies or packaged candies from Jelly Belly are a part of this recall, and there is no health risk for consumers who are not allergic to peanuts.
Consumers who have a peanut allergy and purchased this product in the last five weeks are urged to return it to Jelly Belly Candy Company, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield, Calif., 94533. Consumers and retailers with questions about the recall should call the Jelly Belly Hotline at 800-522-3267 Monday-Friday 7 am to 5 pm PST
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Non-toxic Cleaning Recipes
http://www.womenandenvironment.org/campaignsandprograms/SafeCleaning/recipes
Here's a few of our favorite recipes. Follow the recipe or experiment a little with the ingredients to make your own!
All-Purpose Cleaner
suggested uses: hard surfaces like countertops and kitchen floors, windows and mirrors
2 cups white distilled vinegar
2 cups water
20-30 or more drops of essential oil (optional)
Tip: Warming in microwave until barely hot will boost cleaning power for tough jobs. Only microwave in a glass container.
Creamy Soft Scrub
suggested uses: Use this creamy soft scrub on kitchen counters, stoves, bathroom sinks, etc.
2 cups baking soda
½ cup liquid castile soap*
4 teaspoons vegetable glycerin (acts as a preservative)
5 drops antibacterial essential oil such as lavender, tea tree, rosemary or any scent you prefer (optional)
Mix together and store in a sealed glass jar, shelf life of 2 years.
Tips: For exceptionally tough jobs spray with vinegar first—full strength or diluted, scented—let sit and follow with scrub.
Dry soft scrubs can be made with baking soda or salt (or combination of both) with 10-15 drops essential oil to scent
*WVE recommends using a liquid castile soap that does not contain sodium lauryl (laureth) sulfate (SLS) or Diethanolamine (DEA), which may have harmful side effects.
Furniture Polish
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
20-30 drops lemon essential oil
Shake well before using
(2 teaspoons lemon juice may be substituted for lemon oil but then must be stored in refrigerator)
Dip a clean, dry cloth into the polish and rub wood in the direction of the grain. Use a soft brush to work the polish into corners or tight places.
Tips: To remove water spots rub well with toothpaste. To remove scratches use 1 part lemon juice and 1 part oil, rub with soft cloth.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Option 1
Sprinkle toilet bowl with baking soda, drizzle with vinegar, let soak for at least 30 minutes and scrub with toilet brush.
Option 2
Put ¼ cup borax in toilet bowl and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Swish with a toilet brush and then scrub. A few drops of pine oil can be added for increased disinfecting. (Note: some people are allergic to pine oil.)
Tip: Let ingredients soak for a while to make for easy scrubbing, especially on persistent stains like toilet bowl rings
Drain Opener
½ cup baking soda
½ cup vinegar
Pour baking soda down the drain and follow with vinegar. Cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Flush with boiling water.
Tip: Prevent your shower from clogging by using a drain trap to catch hairs.
Laundry Detergent
1 cup soap flakes
1/2 cup washing soda
1/2 cup Borax
Soap flakes can be made by grating your favorite pure vegetable soap with a cheese grater. Mix ingredients together and store in a glass container. Use 1 tablespoon per load (2 for heavily soiled laundry), wash in warm or cold water.
This standard recipe can be adjusted for soft water by using 1 cup soap flakes, 1/4 cup washing soda and 1/2 cup borax. For hard water, use 1 cup soap flakes, 1 cup washing soda, and 1 cup borax.
Note: Borax should not be ingested.
Tips: Add 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar to rinse as a fabric softener. For a whitener, use hydrogen peroxide rather than bleach. Soak your dingy white clothes for 30 minutes in the washer with 1/2 cup 20% peroxide. Launder as usual.
For more great recipes, visit care2.com
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Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodIngredientsPackaging/ucm190366.htm
The Food and Drug Administration has notified nearly 30 manufacturers of caffeinated alcoholic beverages that it intends to look into the safety and legality of their products. The FDA noted that it is unaware of the basis upon which manufacturers may have concluded that the use of caffeine in alcoholic beverages is GRAS or prior sanctioned. To date, the FDA has only listed caffeine as GRAS as an ingredient for use in cola-type beverages in concentrations of no greater than 200 parts per million. There are no food additive regulations that permit the addition of caffeine, at any level, in alcoholic beverages. Information related to this topic can be found below.
FDA NEWS RELEASE:
Nov. 13, 2009:
FDA To Look Into Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Agency Sends Letters to Nearly 30 Manufacturers
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Examples of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
During the press call on November 13, 2009 FDA provided 3 examples of alcoholic beverages to which caffeine is added. FDA has posted the letters associated with these products on its web site. The inclusion of these examples is not intended to suggest that these products differ in significance from the other beverages identified in the nearly 30 letters FDA has sent to manufacturers as part of its efforts on this issue.
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter # 1
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter # 2
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter #3
* List of Manufacturers of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
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Additional Information
* CAB Letter to FDA from Attorneys General (PDF - 197KB)
* CAB Letter to FDA from Scientists (PDF - 106KB)
* Questions & Answers on Caffeine in Alcoholic Beverages (DOC - 50KB)
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Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10706.html
Recall Alert
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207
November 10, 2009
Alert #10-706
Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
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: Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives
Units: About 90
Distributor: IBM, of Research Triangle Park, N.C.
Manufacturer: Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China
Hazard: A plastic weld on the power adapters can fail and allow two parts to separate, exposing live electrical contacts. This poses a shock hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves power adapters sold with IBM RDX removable back up hard disk drives. The data storage devices were sold with a power adapter that fits various country specific plugs. “Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd” is printed on the adapters. IBM and RDX are printed on the back up hard disk drives.
Sold by: IBM authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $330 and $760.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapters and contact your IBM service provider to determine if their adaptor is involved in this recall. Consumers with the affected adapters will receive a free replacement adapter.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IBM at (800) 426-7378 anytime. Consumers can also visit the firm’s Web site at www.ibm.com/storage
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2:31 AM 11/16/2009Jelly Belly Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in 7.5oz cylinder-style packages of 49 Flavors Jelly Belly jelly beans
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm189402.htm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Fairfield, Calif. – November 4, 2009 --- Jelly Belly Candy Company is recalling 7.5-ounce cylinder-style packages of 49 Flavors Jelly Belly jelly beans because the package is incorrectly labeled. The mislabeled packages failed to list peanut butter and peanut flour in the ingredient statement. People who have an allergy to peanuts or a severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these ingredients.
The Jelly Belly 49 Flavors cylinder packages were shipped to approximately 200 independent stores nationwide from September 29 to October 30, 2009. Product was packaged in a clear 7.5-ounce acetate cylinder with white label on the bottom of the package with lot codes 090925, 090928, 090929 or 091001. UPC code 071567989398
The recall was initiated after the company’s quality control efforts identified the incorrect ingredient statement. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. No other candies or packaged candies from Jelly Belly are a part of this recall, and there is no health risk for consumers who are not allergic to peanuts.
Consumers who have a peanut allergy and purchased this product in the last five weeks are urged to return it to Jelly Belly Candy Company, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield, Calif., 94533. Consumers and retailers with questions about the recall should call the Jelly Belly Hotline at 800-522-3267 Monday-Friday 7 am to 5 pm PST
Page Last Updated: 11/06/2009
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Non-toxic Cleaning Recipes
http://www.womenandenvironment.org/campaignsandprograms/SafeCleaning/recipes
Here's a few of our favorite recipes. Follow the recipe or experiment a little with the ingredients to make your own!
All-Purpose Cleaner
suggested uses: hard surfaces like countertops and kitchen floors, windows and mirrors
2 cups white distilled vinegar
2 cups water
20-30 or more drops of essential oil (optional)
Tip: Warming in microwave until barely hot will boost cleaning power for tough jobs. Only microwave in a glass container.
Creamy Soft Scrub
suggested uses: Use this creamy soft scrub on kitchen counters, stoves, bathroom sinks, etc.
2 cups baking soda
½ cup liquid castile soap*
4 teaspoons vegetable glycerin (acts as a preservative)
5 drops antibacterial essential oil such as lavender, tea tree, rosemary or any scent you prefer (optional)
Mix together and store in a sealed glass jar, shelf life of 2 years.
Tips: For exceptionally tough jobs spray with vinegar first—full strength or diluted, scented—let sit and follow with scrub.
Dry soft scrubs can be made with baking soda or salt (or combination of both) with 10-15 drops essential oil to scent
*WVE recommends using a liquid castile soap that does not contain sodium lauryl (laureth) sulfate (SLS) or Diethanolamine (DEA), which may have harmful side effects.
Furniture Polish
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
20-30 drops lemon essential oil
Shake well before using
(2 teaspoons lemon juice may be substituted for lemon oil but then must be stored in refrigerator)
Dip a clean, dry cloth into the polish and rub wood in the direction of the grain. Use a soft brush to work the polish into corners or tight places.
Tips: To remove water spots rub well with toothpaste. To remove scratches use 1 part lemon juice and 1 part oil, rub with soft cloth.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Option 1
Sprinkle toilet bowl with baking soda, drizzle with vinegar, let soak for at least 30 minutes and scrub with toilet brush.
Option 2
Put ¼ cup borax in toilet bowl and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Swish with a toilet brush and then scrub. A few drops of pine oil can be added for increased disinfecting. (Note: some people are allergic to pine oil.)
Tip: Let ingredients soak for a while to make for easy scrubbing, especially on persistent stains like toilet bowl rings
Drain Opener
½ cup baking soda
½ cup vinegar
Pour baking soda down the drain and follow with vinegar. Cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Flush with boiling water.
Tip: Prevent your shower from clogging by using a drain trap to catch hairs.
Laundry Detergent
1 cup soap flakes
1/2 cup washing soda
1/2 cup Borax
Soap flakes can be made by grating your favorite pure vegetable soap with a cheese grater. Mix ingredients together and store in a glass container. Use 1 tablespoon per load (2 for heavily soiled laundry), wash in warm or cold water.
This standard recipe can be adjusted for soft water by using 1 cup soap flakes, 1/4 cup washing soda and 1/2 cup borax. For hard water, use 1 cup soap flakes, 1 cup washing soda, and 1 cup borax.
Note: Borax should not be ingested.
Tips: Add 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar to rinse as a fabric softener. For a whitener, use hydrogen peroxide rather than bleach. Soak your dingy white clothes for 30 minutes in the washer with 1/2 cup 20% peroxide. Launder as usual.
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Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodIngredientsPackaging/ucm190366.htm
The Food and Drug Administration has notified nearly 30 manufacturers of caffeinated alcoholic beverages that it intends to look into the safety and legality of their products. The FDA noted that it is unaware of the basis upon which manufacturers may have concluded that the use of caffeine in alcoholic beverages is GRAS or prior sanctioned. To date, the FDA has only listed caffeine as GRAS as an ingredient for use in cola-type beverages in concentrations of no greater than 200 parts per million. There are no food additive regulations that permit the addition of caffeine, at any level, in alcoholic beverages. Information related to this topic can be found below.
FDA NEWS RELEASE:
Nov. 13, 2009:
FDA To Look Into Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Agency Sends Letters to Nearly 30 Manufacturers
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Examples of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
During the press call on November 13, 2009 FDA provided 3 examples of alcoholic beverages to which caffeine is added. FDA has posted the letters associated with these products on its web site. The inclusion of these examples is not intended to suggest that these products differ in significance from the other beverages identified in the nearly 30 letters FDA has sent to manufacturers as part of its efforts on this issue.
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter # 1
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter # 2
* Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages Sample Letter #3
* List of Manufacturers of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
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Additional Information
* CAB Letter to FDA from Attorneys General (PDF - 197KB)
* CAB Letter to FDA from Scientists (PDF - 106KB)
* Questions & Answers on Caffeine in Alcoholic Beverages (DOC - 50KB)
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Customer advisory vs. SM Food Court
This advisory is regarding an area designated as for handicapped at the SM Food Court
at SM building at Ayala Center Makati. On October 28, 2009 at approximately 11:00 A.M., and on November 8, 2009, there was no visible (to unaided eye)
basin for washing of hands in said area. Also, what appeared to be a faucet was uncomfortable for handicapped to use.
I have a picture of said area, which was photographed on October 28, 2009.
Insect in customer's drink at Jollibee Reposo on November 7, 2009. Said restarant was at the corner of J.P. Rizal and Reposo St., (now renamed N. Garcia St.
Said restaurant was identified as owned and operated by So Good Food Corp. The official receipt issued to me by said restaurant was numbered 121933.
The person who issued said receipt was identified as Kristy. The manager of said restaurant was identified as Loisa Cabang. The managing director of said corporation
was identified as "Ng".
Customer advisory vs. JB Sports store, P-30 Park square 1, Ayala Center, Makati city
On October 13, 2009, said store sold to me a Voyage brand life vest without any visible (to unaided eye) name and address of the manufacturer/distributor
of said product.I wrote to the proprietor of said store and requested for the name and address of the manufacturer/distributor of said product. I received
a letter bearing the following name and address: "JB SPORTS 1906-1909 Prestige Tower, Emerald Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City 1605 Philippines".
The writer of said letter was identified as : Mike Noble". Said letter bore the following message: "Attached is . . . the name and phone numbers
of the manufacturer". HOWEVER, I DID NOT FIND ANY VISIBLE (TO UNAIDED EYE) NAME AND ADDRESS OF SAID MANUFACTURER!
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U.S. Center for Disease Control:
Seven keys to a safer healthier home
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An Ounce of Prevention
Keeps the Germs Away
Seven Keys to a
Safer Healthier Home
Staying healthy is important to you and your entire family.
Follow these easy, low-cost steps to help stop many
infectious diseases before they happen!
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1
Wash Your Hands Often
Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to keep from getting sick and
spreading illnesses. Cleaning your hands gets rid of germs you pick up from other
people . . . from the surfaces you touch . . . and from the animals you come in
contact with.
When to Wash How to Wash
• Before eating. • Wet your hands and apply liquid,
• Before, during, and after bar, or powder soap.
handling or preparing food. • Rub hands together vigorously to
• After contact with blood or body make a lather and scrub all surfaces.
fluids (like vomit, nasal secretions, • Continue for 20 seconds! It takes that
or saliva). long for the soap and scrubbing action
• After changing a diaper. to dislodge and remove stubborn
germs. Need a timer? Imagine singing
• After you use the bathroom.
“Happy Birthday” all the way through
• After handling animals, their toys, – twice!
leashes, or waste.
• Rinse hands well under running water.
• After touching something that could
• Dry your hands using a paper towel or
be contaminated (such as a trash
air dryer.
can, cleaning cloth, drain, or soil).
• If possible, use your paper towel to
• Before dressing a wound, giving
turn off the faucet.
medicine or inserting contact lenses.
• More often when someone in your
home is sick.
Remember: If soap and water
• Whenever they look dirty. are not available, use an alcohol-
based wipe or hand gel!
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/cleanhands
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Routinely Clean and
Disinfect Surfaces
Cleaning and disinfecting are not the same thing. Cleaning removes germs from
surfaces – whereas disinfecting actually destroys them. Cleaning with soap and
water to remove dirt and most of the germs is usually enough. But sometimes, you
may want to disinfect for an extra level of protection from germs.
• While surfaces may look clean, many infectious germs may be lurking around.
In some instances, germs can live on surfaces for hours — and even days.
• Disinfectants are specifically registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and contain ingredients that actually destroy bacteria and other
germs. Check the product label to make sure it says “Disinfectant” and has an
EPA registration number.
Disinfect those areas where there can be large numbers of dangerous germs – and
where there is a possibility that these germs could be spread to others.
In the Kitchen: In the Bathroom:
• Clean and disinfect counters and other surfaces • Routinely clean and
before, during, and after preparing food disinfect all surfaces.
(especially meat and poultry). This is especially
• Follow all directions on the product label, which important if someone in
usually specifies letting the disinfectant stand for the house has a stomach
a few minutes. illness, a cold, or the flu.
• When cleaning surfaces, don’t let germs
hang around on cleaning cloths or towels!
Use:
— Paper towels that can be thrown away
OR
— Cloth towels that are later washed in
hot water
OR
— Disposable sanitizing wipes that both
clean and disinfect.
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Handle and Prepare
Food Safely
When it comes to preventing foodborne illness, there are four simple steps to food
safety that you can practice every day. These steps are easy – and they’ll help protect
you and those around you from harmful foodborne bacteria.
CLEAN: Clean hands and surfaces often
Germs that cause foodborne illness can be spread throughout
the kitchen and get onto hands from cutting boards, utensils,
counter tops, and food. Help stop the spread of these germs!
Here’s how:
• Clean your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and
after handling food. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based wipe
or hand gel.
• Wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot soapy water
after preparing each food item and before you prepare the next food.
• Consider using paper towels to clean up kitchen surfaces. If you use cloth towels,
wash them often using the hot cycle of your washing machine. If using a sponge to
clean up, microwave it each evening for 30 seconds or place it in the dishwasher.
• Rinse all fresh fruits and vegetables under running tap water. This includes those
with skins and rinds that are not eaten. For firm-skin fruits and vegetables, rub
with your hands or scrub with a clean vegetable brush while rinsing.
SEPARATE: Don’t cross-contaminate one
food with another
Cross-contamination occurs when bacteria spread from a food to a
surface . . . from a surface to another food . . . or from one food to
another. You’re helping to prevent cross-contamination when you:
• Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs from other foods in your grocery
cart, grocery bags, and in your refrigerator. Be sure to use the plastic bags
available in the meat and produce sections of the supermarket.
• Use one cutting board for fresh produce and a different one for raw meat, poultry
and seafood.
• Never place cooked food on a plate that previously held raw meat, poultry,
seafood, or eggs.
• Don’t allow juices from meat, seafood, poultry, or eggs to drip on other foods in
the refrigerator. Use containers to keep these foods from touching other foods.
• Never re-use marinades that were used on raw food, unless you bring them to
a boil first.
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COOK: Cook foods to proper temperatures
Foods are safely cooked when they are heated for a long-enough
time and at a high-enough temperature to kill the harmful
bacteria that cause foodborne illness. The target temperature
is different for different foods.
The only way to know for sure that meat is cooked to a safe temperature is to use
a food thermometer. Make sure it reaches the temperature recommended for each
specific food.
? Cooking temperatures are listed at www.fightbac.org/heatitup.cfm
and USDA’s special Web site at www.isitdoneyet.gov
CHILL: Refrigerate foods promptly
Cold temperatures slow the growth of harmful bacteria. So,
refrigerate foods quickly. Do not over-stuff the refrigerator, as
cold air must circulate to help keep food safe.
• Keeping a constant refrigerator temperature of 40º F or below is one of the
most effective ways to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Use an appliance
thermometer to be sure the temperature is consistently 40º F or below.
• The freezer temperature should be 0º F or below.
• Plan when you shop: Buy perishable foods such as dairy products, fresh meat and
hot cooked foods at the end of your shopping trip. Refrigerate foods as soon as
possibly to extend their storage life. Don’t leave perishable foods out for more than
two hours.
• If preparing picnic foods, be sure to include an ice pack to keep cold foods cold.
• Store leftovers properly.
? For more information, visit
www.fightbac.org
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4
Get Immunized
Getting immunizations is easy and low-cost – and most importantly, it saves lives.
Make sure you and your children get the shots suggested by your doctor or health
care provider at the proper time, and keep records of all immunizations for the
whole family. Also, ask your doctor about special programs that provide free
shots for your child.
• Children should get their first immunizations before they are 2 months old. They
should have additional doses four or more times before their second birthday.
• Adults need tetanus and diphtheria boosters every 10 years. Shots are also often
needed for protection from illnesses when traveling to other countries.
• Get your flu shot. The single best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated
each fall.
? For information on immunization, visit
www.cdc.gov/nip
To learn about shots needed for travel, visit
www.cdc.gov/travel/vaccinat.htm
For more information about the flu, visit
www.cdc.gov/flu
5 Use Antibiotics
Appropriately
Antibiotics are powerful drugs used to treat certain bacterial infections – and they
should be taken exactly as prescribed by your health care provider.
• Antibiotics don’t work against viruses such as colds or the flu. That means children
do not need an antibiotic every time they are sick.
• If you do get sick, antibiotics may not always help. If used inappropriately, they
can make bacteria resistant to treatment – thus making illnesses harder to get
rid of.
When in doubt, check with your health care provider – and always follow the
antibiotic label instructions carefully.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/getsmart
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6
Be Careful With Pets
Pets provide many benefits to people, including comfort and companionship.
However, some animals can also pass diseases to humans. Keep these tips in mind
to make sure your pet relationship is a happy and healthy one.
• Pets should be adopted from an animal
shelter or purchased from a reputable pet About Children and Pets
store or breeder. Babies and children under 5 are more
• All pets should be routinely cared for by a likely to get diseases from animals – so
veterinarian. Follow the immunization keep these special guidelines in mind.
schedule that the vet recommends. • Young children should not be
• Obey local leash laws. allowed to kiss pets or to put their
• Clean litter boxes daily. NOTE: Pregnant hands or other objects into their
women should not clean litter boxes. mouths after touching animals.
• Don’t allow children to play where animals • Wash your child’s hands thoroughly
go to the bathroom. with soap and warm running water
after contact with animals.
• Keep your child’s sandbox covered when
not in use. • Be particularly careful when visiting
farms, petting zoos, and fairs.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/healthypets
7 Avoid Contact With
Wild Animals
Wild animals can carry diseases that are harmful to you and
your pets — but there are simple precautions you can take to Wild Animals:
avoid contact with a variety of species. What are the Risks?
• Keep your house free of wild animals by not leaving any • Mice and other wild
food around and keeping garbage cans sealed. animals can carry
• Clear brush, grass, and debris from around house foundations deadly diseases like
to get rid of possible nesting sites for mice and rodents. hantavirus and plague.
• Be sure to seal any entrance holes you discover on the inside • Bats, raccoons, skunks,
or outside of your home. and foxes can transmit
rabies.
• Use insect repellent to prevent ticks. Do a routine “tick
check” after spending time outdoors. Ticks should be • Ticks can transmit
removed immediately with tweezers by applying gentle, Rocky Mountain
steady pressure until they release their bite. spotted fever and
Lyme disease.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/hantavirus
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Infectious Diseases:
The Facts Behind the Urgency
There are many types of germs (viruses, bacteria,
parasites, fungi) that cause many types of illnesses
– including the common cold or flu, foodborne illness,
Lyme disease, hantavirus, or plague. These germs
can spread easily from one person to another – and
have wide-reaching effects.
• About 10 million U.S. adults (ages 18 - 69) were
unable to work during 2002 due to health problems.
• Salmonella infections are responsible for an
estimated 1.4 million illnesses each year.
• Infectious diseases cost the U.S. $120 billion a year.
• More than 160,000 people in the U.S. die yearly
from an infectious disease.
Help keep yourself and your family healthy by
making the Seven Keys to a Safer Healthier Home
part of your permanent household routine.
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FDA Warns Consumers on Sexual Enhancement Products
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm189295.htm
Another dietary supplement is found to be contaminated with potentially dangerous ingredient
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers that Stiff Nights, a product marketed as a dietary supplement for sexual enhancement, contains an ingredient that can dangerously lower blood pressure and is illegal.
Over the past several years, the FDA has found many products marketed as "dietary supplements" for sexual enhancement that contain undeclared active ingredients of FDA-approved drugs, analogs of approved drugs and other compounds that do not qualify as “dietary ingredients.” The FDA has issued multiple alerts about these contaminated dietary supplements.
Consumers and health care professionals should be aware of this problem and the health hazard it presents. Sexual enhancement products that claim to work as well as prescription products are likely to contain a contaminant. Use of such products exposes consumers to unpredictable risk and the potential for injury or even death.
In the case of Stiff Nights, following a consumer complaint, the FDA determined that the product contains sulfoaildenafil. This is a chemical similar to sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra. Sulfoaildenafil may interact with prescription drugs known as nitrates, including nitroglycerin, and cause dangerously low blood pressure.
The product is distributed on Internet sites and at retail stores by Impulsaria LLC of Grand Rapids, Mich. It is sold in bottles containing 6, 12, or 30 red capsules or in blister packs containing one or two capsules.
"Because this product is labeled as an ‘all natural dietary supplement,’ consumers may assume it is harmless and poses no health risk," said Deborah M. Autor, director of FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research Office of Compliance. "In fact, this product is illegally marketed and can cause serious complications.”
The FDA advises consumers who have experienced any adverse events from sexual enhancement products to consult a health care professional. Consumers and health care professionals should report adverse events to the FDA's MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
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General Information about Clostridium difficile Infections
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dhqp/id_CdiffFAQ_general.html
Released August 2004; Updated 07/22/2005
Questions addressed on this page
* What is Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)?
* What are C. difficile diseases?
* What are the symptoms of C. difficile disease?
* How is C. difficile disease treated?
* How do people get C. difficile disease?
* What should I do to prevent the spread of C. difficile to others?
* What should I do if I think I have C. difficile disease?
* Where can I get more information?
Questions and Answers
What is Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)?
Clostridium difficile [klo-STRID-ee-um dif-uh-SEEL] is a bacterium that causes diarrhea and more serious intestinal conditions such as colitis.
What are C. difficile diseases?
They are diseases that result from C. difficile infections such as Colitis, more serious instestinal conditions, sepsis, and rarely death.
What are the symptoms of C. difficile disease?
Symptoms include:
* watery diarrhea (at least three bowel movements per day for two or more days)
* fever
* loss of appetite
* nausea
* abdominal pain/tenderness
How is C. difficile disease treated?
C. difficile is generally treated for 10 days with antibiotics prescribed by your healthcare provider. The drugs are effective and appear to have few side-effects.
How do people get C. difficile disease?
People in good health usually don’t get C. difficile disease. People who have other illnesses or conditions requiring prolonged use of antibiotics and the elderly are at greater risk of acquiring this disease. The bacteria are found in the feces. People can become infected if they touch items or surfaces that are contaminated with feces and then touch their mouth or mucous membranes. Healthcare workers can spread the bacteria to other patients or contaminate surfaces through hand contact.
What should I do to prevent the spread of C. difficile to others?
If you are infected you can spread the disease to others. However, only people that are hospitalized or on antibiotics are likely to become ill. For safety precautions you may do the following to reduce the chance of spread to others:
* wash hands with soap and water, especially after using the restroom and before eating;
* clean surfaces in bathrooms, kitchens and other areas on a regular basis with household detergent/disinfectants.
What should I do if I think I have C. difficile disease?
See your healthcare provider.
Where can I get more information?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also has information for healthcare providers and more information about Gastrointestinal Infections in Heathcare Settings.
Date last modified: June 6, 2007
Content source:
Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP)
National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases
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Recently Posted U.S. FDA Warning Letters
Posted on November 06, 2009
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November 02, 2009 Lim Sin Wei Center for Tobacco Products Tobacco Products/Adulterated Not Issued *
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* Not issued: A close-out letter may issue when, based on FDA’s evaluation, the firm has taken corrective action to address the violations contained in the Warning Letter. This procedure applies to Warning Letters issued on or after September 1, 2009.
* N/A: Not applicable, the Warning Letter was issued prior to September 1, 2009.
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FDA: Procter & Gamble Unlawfully Marketing Two Vicks Cold and Flu Medicines Containing Vitamin C
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm188543.htm
FDA NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Oct. 30, 2009
Media Inquiries: Christopher Kelly, 301-796-4676, christopher.kelly@fda.hhs.gov
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA
FDA: Procter & Gamble Unlawfully Marketing Two Vicks Cold and Flu Medicines Containing Vitamin C
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today sent a warning letter to Procter & Gamble notifying the company that its Vicks DayQuil Plus Vitamin C and Vicks Nyquil Plus Vitamin C are illegally marketed combinations of drug ingredients and a dietary ingredient.
Both of the over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, which contain vitamin C in addition to several drug ingredients, are marketed as treatments for cold and flu symptoms. The FDA took the action against the Cincinnati-based company:
* To clarify that these single dosage form combinations of drug ingredients and dietary ingredients legally cannot be marketed because they have not been proven safe and effective, and
* Because the agency previously determined that there are insufficient data to show that vitamin C is safe and effective in preventing or treating the common cold.
Under its OTC monograph system, the FDA allows some OTC drugs to be marketed without agency approval. Such drugs must comply with applicable monographs, which are regulations that set requirements for the drugs' labeling, formulations and indications. The two Vicks products do not comply with the applicable FDA monograph and must first be evaluated and approved under the FDA’s new drug approval process to be legally marketed.
The FDA’s position on the regulatory status of OTC drug products that combine drug ingredients with dietary ingredients in a single dosage form has been described in previous warning letters issued in 2001 and 2008. The agency’s position on the marketing of vitamin C for preventing or treating the common cold also has been stated in a number of previous warning letters.
(Editor’s note: The warning letter sent to Procter & Gamble today concerns the same products as the letter mistakenly posted on the FDA Web site on Oct. 14, 2009, due to a computer error.)
For more information
FDA Warning Letter to Procter & Gamble
http://www.fda.gov/ICECI/EnforcementActions/WarningLetters/ucm188361.htm
FDA Drug Safety Initiative
http://www.fda.gov/cder/drugSafety.htm
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.f2217bee37fb302f6d7c121046108a0c/?javax.portlet.tpst=1e51531b2220b0f8ea14201046108a0c_ws_MX&javax.portlet.prp_1e51531b2220b0f8ea14201046108a0c_viewID=detail_view&itemID=38d803e5fa0c4210VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD&pressReleaseYearSelect=2009
NHTSA 110409
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 Karen Aldana
Telephone: (202) 366-9550
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles:
A press release put out by Toyota earlier this week about their recall of 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles inaccurately stated NHTSA had reached a conclusion "that no defect exists in vehicles in which the driver's floor mat is compatible with the vehicle and properly secured." NHTSA has told Toyota and consumers that removing the recalled floor mats is the most immediate way to address the safety risk and avoid the possibility of the accelerator becoming stuck. But it is simply an interim measure. This remedy does not correct the underlying defect in the vehicles involving the potential for entrapment of the accelerator by floor mats, which is related to accelerator and floor pan design. Safety is the number one priority for NHTSA and this is why officials are working with Toyota to find the right way to fix this very dangerous problem. This matter is not closed until Toyota has effectively addressed the defect by providing a suitable vehicle based solution.
NHTSA constantly monitors consumer complaints and other data. This comprehensive recall focuses on pedal entrapment by floor mats, but NHTSA will fully investigate any possible defect trends in these vehicles.
TIMELINE OF EVENTS
* On September 29, 2009, NHTSA issued a Consumer Alert warning owners of Toyota and Lexus vehicles about "conditions that could cause the accelerator to get stuck open." As an interim measure, NHTSA "strongly encouraged" owners of specific models to take out the removable driver's side floor mats and not to replace them any other type of mat. NHTSA warned consumers "a stuck accelerator may result in very high vehicle speeds and a crash, which could cause serious injury or death."
* On the same day, Toyota issued a voluntary recall of 3.8 million vehicles to address problems caused when removable floor mats push the accelerator pedal to the floor.
* NHTSA officials are meeting with Toyota to hear their action plan for redesigning the vehicles and correcting this very serious defect.
This advisory is regarding an area designated as for handicapped at the SM Food Court
at SM building at Ayala Center Makati. On October 28, 2009 at approximately 11:00 A.M., and on November 8, 2009, there was no visible (to unaided eye)
basin for washing of hands in said area. Also, what appeared to be a faucet was uncomfortable for handicapped to use.
I have a picture of said area, which was photographed on October 28, 2009.
Insect in customer's drink at Jollibee Reposo on November 7, 2009. Said restarant was at the corner of J.P. Rizal and Reposo St., (now renamed N. Garcia St.
Said restaurant was identified as owned and operated by So Good Food Corp. The official receipt issued to me by said restaurant was numbered 121933.
The person who issued said receipt was identified as Kristy. The manager of said restaurant was identified as Loisa Cabang. The managing director of said corporation
was identified as "Ng".
Customer advisory vs. JB Sports store, P-30 Park square 1, Ayala Center, Makati city
On October 13, 2009, said store sold to me a Voyage brand life vest without any visible (to unaided eye) name and address of the manufacturer/distributor
of said product.I wrote to the proprietor of said store and requested for the name and address of the manufacturer/distributor of said product. I received
a letter bearing the following name and address: "JB SPORTS 1906-1909 Prestige Tower, Emerald Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City 1605 Philippines".
The writer of said letter was identified as : Mike Noble". Said letter bore the following message: "Attached is . . . the name and phone numbers
of the manufacturer". HOWEVER, I DID NOT FIND ANY VISIBLE (TO UNAIDED EYE) NAME AND ADDRESS OF SAID MANUFACTURER!
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U.S. Center for Disease Control:
Seven keys to a safer healthier home
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An Ounce of Prevention
Keeps the Germs Away
Seven Keys to a
Safer Healthier Home
Staying healthy is important to you and your entire family.
Follow these easy, low-cost steps to help stop many
infectious diseases before they happen!
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1
Wash Your Hands Often
Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to keep from getting sick and
spreading illnesses. Cleaning your hands gets rid of germs you pick up from other
people . . . from the surfaces you touch . . . and from the animals you come in
contact with.
When to Wash How to Wash
• Before eating. • Wet your hands and apply liquid,
• Before, during, and after bar, or powder soap.
handling or preparing food. • Rub hands together vigorously to
• After contact with blood or body make a lather and scrub all surfaces.
fluids (like vomit, nasal secretions, • Continue for 20 seconds! It takes that
or saliva). long for the soap and scrubbing action
• After changing a diaper. to dislodge and remove stubborn
germs. Need a timer? Imagine singing
• After you use the bathroom.
“Happy Birthday” all the way through
• After handling animals, their toys, – twice!
leashes, or waste.
• Rinse hands well under running water.
• After touching something that could
• Dry your hands using a paper towel or
be contaminated (such as a trash
air dryer.
can, cleaning cloth, drain, or soil).
• If possible, use your paper towel to
• Before dressing a wound, giving
turn off the faucet.
medicine or inserting contact lenses.
• More often when someone in your
home is sick.
Remember: If soap and water
• Whenever they look dirty. are not available, use an alcohol-
based wipe or hand gel!
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/cleanhands
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Routinely Clean and
Disinfect Surfaces
Cleaning and disinfecting are not the same thing. Cleaning removes germs from
surfaces – whereas disinfecting actually destroys them. Cleaning with soap and
water to remove dirt and most of the germs is usually enough. But sometimes, you
may want to disinfect for an extra level of protection from germs.
• While surfaces may look clean, many infectious germs may be lurking around.
In some instances, germs can live on surfaces for hours — and even days.
• Disinfectants are specifically registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and contain ingredients that actually destroy bacteria and other
germs. Check the product label to make sure it says “Disinfectant” and has an
EPA registration number.
Disinfect those areas where there can be large numbers of dangerous germs – and
where there is a possibility that these germs could be spread to others.
In the Kitchen: In the Bathroom:
• Clean and disinfect counters and other surfaces • Routinely clean and
before, during, and after preparing food disinfect all surfaces.
(especially meat and poultry). This is especially
• Follow all directions on the product label, which important if someone in
usually specifies letting the disinfectant stand for the house has a stomach
a few minutes. illness, a cold, or the flu.
• When cleaning surfaces, don’t let germs
hang around on cleaning cloths or towels!
Use:
— Paper towels that can be thrown away
OR
— Cloth towels that are later washed in
hot water
OR
— Disposable sanitizing wipes that both
clean and disinfect.
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Handle and Prepare
Food Safely
When it comes to preventing foodborne illness, there are four simple steps to food
safety that you can practice every day. These steps are easy – and they’ll help protect
you and those around you from harmful foodborne bacteria.
CLEAN: Clean hands and surfaces often
Germs that cause foodborne illness can be spread throughout
the kitchen and get onto hands from cutting boards, utensils,
counter tops, and food. Help stop the spread of these germs!
Here’s how:
• Clean your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and
after handling food. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based wipe
or hand gel.
• Wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot soapy water
after preparing each food item and before you prepare the next food.
• Consider using paper towels to clean up kitchen surfaces. If you use cloth towels,
wash them often using the hot cycle of your washing machine. If using a sponge to
clean up, microwave it each evening for 30 seconds or place it in the dishwasher.
• Rinse all fresh fruits and vegetables under running tap water. This includes those
with skins and rinds that are not eaten. For firm-skin fruits and vegetables, rub
with your hands or scrub with a clean vegetable brush while rinsing.
SEPARATE: Don’t cross-contaminate one
food with another
Cross-contamination occurs when bacteria spread from a food to a
surface . . . from a surface to another food . . . or from one food to
another. You’re helping to prevent cross-contamination when you:
• Separate raw meat, poultry, seafood and eggs from other foods in your grocery
cart, grocery bags, and in your refrigerator. Be sure to use the plastic bags
available in the meat and produce sections of the supermarket.
• Use one cutting board for fresh produce and a different one for raw meat, poultry
and seafood.
• Never place cooked food on a plate that previously held raw meat, poultry,
seafood, or eggs.
• Don’t allow juices from meat, seafood, poultry, or eggs to drip on other foods in
the refrigerator. Use containers to keep these foods from touching other foods.
• Never re-use marinades that were used on raw food, unless you bring them to
a boil first.
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COOK: Cook foods to proper temperatures
Foods are safely cooked when they are heated for a long-enough
time and at a high-enough temperature to kill the harmful
bacteria that cause foodborne illness. The target temperature
is different for different foods.
The only way to know for sure that meat is cooked to a safe temperature is to use
a food thermometer. Make sure it reaches the temperature recommended for each
specific food.
? Cooking temperatures are listed at www.fightbac.org/heatitup.cfm
and USDA’s special Web site at www.isitdoneyet.gov
CHILL: Refrigerate foods promptly
Cold temperatures slow the growth of harmful bacteria. So,
refrigerate foods quickly. Do not over-stuff the refrigerator, as
cold air must circulate to help keep food safe.
• Keeping a constant refrigerator temperature of 40º F or below is one of the
most effective ways to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Use an appliance
thermometer to be sure the temperature is consistently 40º F or below.
• The freezer temperature should be 0º F or below.
• Plan when you shop: Buy perishable foods such as dairy products, fresh meat and
hot cooked foods at the end of your shopping trip. Refrigerate foods as soon as
possibly to extend their storage life. Don’t leave perishable foods out for more than
two hours.
• If preparing picnic foods, be sure to include an ice pack to keep cold foods cold.
• Store leftovers properly.
? For more information, visit
www.fightbac.org
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Get Immunized
Getting immunizations is easy and low-cost – and most importantly, it saves lives.
Make sure you and your children get the shots suggested by your doctor or health
care provider at the proper time, and keep records of all immunizations for the
whole family. Also, ask your doctor about special programs that provide free
shots for your child.
• Children should get their first immunizations before they are 2 months old. They
should have additional doses four or more times before their second birthday.
• Adults need tetanus and diphtheria boosters every 10 years. Shots are also often
needed for protection from illnesses when traveling to other countries.
• Get your flu shot. The single best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated
each fall.
? For information on immunization, visit
www.cdc.gov/nip
To learn about shots needed for travel, visit
www.cdc.gov/travel/vaccinat.htm
For more information about the flu, visit
www.cdc.gov/flu
5 Use Antibiotics
Appropriately
Antibiotics are powerful drugs used to treat certain bacterial infections – and they
should be taken exactly as prescribed by your health care provider.
• Antibiotics don’t work against viruses such as colds or the flu. That means children
do not need an antibiotic every time they are sick.
• If you do get sick, antibiotics may not always help. If used inappropriately, they
can make bacteria resistant to treatment – thus making illnesses harder to get
rid of.
When in doubt, check with your health care provider – and always follow the
antibiotic label instructions carefully.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/getsmart
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Be Careful With Pets
Pets provide many benefits to people, including comfort and companionship.
However, some animals can also pass diseases to humans. Keep these tips in mind
to make sure your pet relationship is a happy and healthy one.
• Pets should be adopted from an animal
shelter or purchased from a reputable pet About Children and Pets
store or breeder. Babies and children under 5 are more
• All pets should be routinely cared for by a likely to get diseases from animals – so
veterinarian. Follow the immunization keep these special guidelines in mind.
schedule that the vet recommends. • Young children should not be
• Obey local leash laws. allowed to kiss pets or to put their
• Clean litter boxes daily. NOTE: Pregnant hands or other objects into their
women should not clean litter boxes. mouths after touching animals.
• Don’t allow children to play where animals • Wash your child’s hands thoroughly
go to the bathroom. with soap and warm running water
after contact with animals.
• Keep your child’s sandbox covered when
not in use. • Be particularly careful when visiting
farms, petting zoos, and fairs.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/healthypets
7 Avoid Contact With
Wild Animals
Wild animals can carry diseases that are harmful to you and
your pets — but there are simple precautions you can take to Wild Animals:
avoid contact with a variety of species. What are the Risks?
• Keep your house free of wild animals by not leaving any • Mice and other wild
food around and keeping garbage cans sealed. animals can carry
• Clear brush, grass, and debris from around house foundations deadly diseases like
to get rid of possible nesting sites for mice and rodents. hantavirus and plague.
• Be sure to seal any entrance holes you discover on the inside • Bats, raccoons, skunks,
or outside of your home. and foxes can transmit
rabies.
• Use insect repellent to prevent ticks. Do a routine “tick
check” after spending time outdoors. Ticks should be • Ticks can transmit
removed immediately with tweezers by applying gentle, Rocky Mountain
steady pressure until they release their bite. spotted fever and
Lyme disease.
? For more information, visit
www.cdc.gov/hantavirus
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Infectious Diseases:
The Facts Behind the Urgency
There are many types of germs (viruses, bacteria,
parasites, fungi) that cause many types of illnesses
– including the common cold or flu, foodborne illness,
Lyme disease, hantavirus, or plague. These germs
can spread easily from one person to another – and
have wide-reaching effects.
• About 10 million U.S. adults (ages 18 - 69) were
unable to work during 2002 due to health problems.
• Salmonella infections are responsible for an
estimated 1.4 million illnesses each year.
• Infectious diseases cost the U.S. $120 billion a year.
• More than 160,000 people in the U.S. die yearly
from an infectious disease.
Help keep yourself and your family healthy by
making the Seven Keys to a Safer Healthier Home
part of your permanent household routine.
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FDA Warns Consumers on Sexual Enhancement Products
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm189295.htm
Another dietary supplement is found to be contaminated with potentially dangerous ingredient
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers that Stiff Nights, a product marketed as a dietary supplement for sexual enhancement, contains an ingredient that can dangerously lower blood pressure and is illegal.
Over the past several years, the FDA has found many products marketed as "dietary supplements" for sexual enhancement that contain undeclared active ingredients of FDA-approved drugs, analogs of approved drugs and other compounds that do not qualify as “dietary ingredients.” The FDA has issued multiple alerts about these contaminated dietary supplements.
Consumers and health care professionals should be aware of this problem and the health hazard it presents. Sexual enhancement products that claim to work as well as prescription products are likely to contain a contaminant. Use of such products exposes consumers to unpredictable risk and the potential for injury or even death.
In the case of Stiff Nights, following a consumer complaint, the FDA determined that the product contains sulfoaildenafil. This is a chemical similar to sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra. Sulfoaildenafil may interact with prescription drugs known as nitrates, including nitroglycerin, and cause dangerously low blood pressure.
The product is distributed on Internet sites and at retail stores by Impulsaria LLC of Grand Rapids, Mich. It is sold in bottles containing 6, 12, or 30 red capsules or in blister packs containing one or two capsules.
"Because this product is labeled as an ‘all natural dietary supplement,’ consumers may assume it is harmless and poses no health risk," said Deborah M. Autor, director of FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research Office of Compliance. "In fact, this product is illegally marketed and can cause serious complications.”
The FDA advises consumers who have experienced any adverse events from sexual enhancement products to consult a health care professional. Consumers and health care professionals should report adverse events to the FDA's MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
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General Information about Clostridium difficile Infections
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dhqp/id_CdiffFAQ_general.html
Released August 2004; Updated 07/22/2005
Questions addressed on this page
* What is Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)?
* What are C. difficile diseases?
* What are the symptoms of C. difficile disease?
* How is C. difficile disease treated?
* How do people get C. difficile disease?
* What should I do to prevent the spread of C. difficile to others?
* What should I do if I think I have C. difficile disease?
* Where can I get more information?
Questions and Answers
What is Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)?
Clostridium difficile [klo-STRID-ee-um dif-uh-SEEL] is a bacterium that causes diarrhea and more serious intestinal conditions such as colitis.
What are C. difficile diseases?
They are diseases that result from C. difficile infections such as Colitis, more serious instestinal conditions, sepsis, and rarely death.
What are the symptoms of C. difficile disease?
Symptoms include:
* watery diarrhea (at least three bowel movements per day for two or more days)
* fever
* loss of appetite
* nausea
* abdominal pain/tenderness
How is C. difficile disease treated?
C. difficile is generally treated for 10 days with antibiotics prescribed by your healthcare provider. The drugs are effective and appear to have few side-effects.
How do people get C. difficile disease?
People in good health usually don’t get C. difficile disease. People who have other illnesses or conditions requiring prolonged use of antibiotics and the elderly are at greater risk of acquiring this disease. The bacteria are found in the feces. People can become infected if they touch items or surfaces that are contaminated with feces and then touch their mouth or mucous membranes. Healthcare workers can spread the bacteria to other patients or contaminate surfaces through hand contact.
What should I do to prevent the spread of C. difficile to others?
If you are infected you can spread the disease to others. However, only people that are hospitalized or on antibiotics are likely to become ill. For safety precautions you may do the following to reduce the chance of spread to others:
* wash hands with soap and water, especially after using the restroom and before eating;
* clean surfaces in bathrooms, kitchens and other areas on a regular basis with household detergent/disinfectants.
What should I do if I think I have C. difficile disease?
See your healthcare provider.
Where can I get more information?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also has information for healthcare providers and more information about Gastrointestinal Infections in Heathcare Settings.
Date last modified: June 6, 2007
Content source:
Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP)
National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases
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Recently Posted U.S. FDA Warning Letters
Posted on November 06, 2009
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FDA: Procter & Gamble Unlawfully Marketing Two Vicks Cold and Flu Medicines Containing Vitamin C
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm188543.htm
FDA NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Oct. 30, 2009
Media Inquiries: Christopher Kelly, 301-796-4676, christopher.kelly@fda.hhs.gov
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA
FDA: Procter & Gamble Unlawfully Marketing Two Vicks Cold and Flu Medicines Containing Vitamin C
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today sent a warning letter to Procter & Gamble notifying the company that its Vicks DayQuil Plus Vitamin C and Vicks Nyquil Plus Vitamin C are illegally marketed combinations of drug ingredients and a dietary ingredient.
Both of the over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, which contain vitamin C in addition to several drug ingredients, are marketed as treatments for cold and flu symptoms. The FDA took the action against the Cincinnati-based company:
* To clarify that these single dosage form combinations of drug ingredients and dietary ingredients legally cannot be marketed because they have not been proven safe and effective, and
* Because the agency previously determined that there are insufficient data to show that vitamin C is safe and effective in preventing or treating the common cold.
Under its OTC monograph system, the FDA allows some OTC drugs to be marketed without agency approval. Such drugs must comply with applicable monographs, which are regulations that set requirements for the drugs' labeling, formulations and indications. The two Vicks products do not comply with the applicable FDA monograph and must first be evaluated and approved under the FDA’s new drug approval process to be legally marketed.
The FDA’s position on the regulatory status of OTC drug products that combine drug ingredients with dietary ingredients in a single dosage form has been described in previous warning letters issued in 2001 and 2008. The agency’s position on the marketing of vitamin C for preventing or treating the common cold also has been stated in a number of previous warning letters.
(Editor’s note: The warning letter sent to Procter & Gamble today concerns the same products as the letter mistakenly posted on the FDA Web site on Oct. 14, 2009, due to a computer error.)
For more information
FDA Warning Letter to Procter & Gamble
http://www.fda.gov/ICECI/EnforcementActions/WarningLetters/ucm188361.htm
FDA Drug Safety Initiative
http://www.fda.gov/cder/drugSafety.htm
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.f2217bee37fb302f6d7c121046108a0c/?javax.portlet.tpst=1e51531b2220b0f8ea14201046108a0c_ws_MX&javax.portlet.prp_1e51531b2220b0f8ea14201046108a0c_viewID=detail_view&itemID=38d803e5fa0c4210VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD&pressReleaseYearSelect=2009
NHTSA 110409
Wednesday, November 04, 2009 Karen Aldana
Telephone: (202) 366-9550
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a statement today correcting inaccurate and misleading information put out by Toyota concerning a safety recall involving 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles:
A press release put out by Toyota earlier this week about their recall of 3.8 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles inaccurately stated NHTSA had reached a conclusion "that no defect exists in vehicles in which the driver's floor mat is compatible with the vehicle and properly secured." NHTSA has told Toyota and consumers that removing the recalled floor mats is the most immediate way to address the safety risk and avoid the possibility of the accelerator becoming stuck. But it is simply an interim measure. This remedy does not correct the underlying defect in the vehicles involving the potential for entrapment of the accelerator by floor mats, which is related to accelerator and floor pan design. Safety is the number one priority for NHTSA and this is why officials are working with Toyota to find the right way to fix this very dangerous problem. This matter is not closed until Toyota has effectively addressed the defect by providing a suitable vehicle based solution.
NHTSA constantly monitors consumer complaints and other data. This comprehensive recall focuses on pedal entrapment by floor mats, but NHTSA will fully investigate any possible defect trends in these vehicles.
TIMELINE OF EVENTS
* On September 29, 2009, NHTSA issued a Consumer Alert warning owners of Toyota and Lexus vehicles about "conditions that could cause the accelerator to get stuck open." As an interim measure, NHTSA "strongly encouraged" owners of specific models to take out the removable driver's side floor mats and not to replace them any other type of mat. NHTSA warned consumers "a stuck accelerator may result in very high vehicle speeds and a crash, which could cause serious injury or death."
* On the same day, Toyota issued a voluntary recall of 3.8 million vehicles to address problems caused when removable floor mats push the accelerator pedal to the floor.
* NHTSA officials are meeting with Toyota to hear their action plan for redesigning the vehicles and correcting this very serious defect.
Monday, November 2, 2009
evidence vs. Makati councilor JJ Binay
evidence vs. Makati councilor J. J. Binay
who was identified as a son of Makati Mayor Binay, who reportedly will run for Philippine vice-president. Is said councilor Binay above R.A. 6713? Based on the registry return receipt for my registered letter No. 6465 addressed to said Binay, said letter, concerning security lapses at Ayala Center Makati and defective CR at Glorietta mall at said center, was received by said Binay's agent on June 17, 2009. Contrary to said law, up to November 2,2009, said Binay has not provided me with a reply to said letter.
who was identified as a son of Makati Mayor Binay, who reportedly will run for Philippine vice-president. Is said councilor Binay above R.A. 6713? Based on the registry return receipt for my registered letter No. 6465 addressed to said Binay, said letter, concerning security lapses at Ayala Center Makati and defective CR at Glorietta mall at said center, was received by said Binay's agent on June 17, 2009. Contrary to said law, up to November 2,2009, said Binay has not provided me with a reply to said letter.
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