Nov 26th -

• The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is warning the public about a potential threat regarding imported mothballs from China that could be mistaken for candy. For questions regarding this, call the NJ Poison Experts 24/7 at 800-222-1222.
  
  Illegal Pesticides in Misleading Packaging

Nov 24th -

• Johnson & Johnson announced a recall for Children's Benadryl Allergy Fastmelt Tablets, Junior Strength Motrin Caplets, and Extra Strength Rolaids softchews. For questions regarding this recall, call the NJ Poison Experts 24/7 at 800-222-1222.
  
  http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE6AM1SR20101123

Nov 8th -

• Sleepy drivers were involved in more than 16 percent of fatal crashes nationwide over the last 10 years. Interesting article but it did not point out many medications can cause significant drowsiness. Does your prescription or over-the-counter meds cause drowsiness? The NJ Poison Experts can help answer this question. 800-222-1222 http://bit.ly/a7GVWk

Oct. 19th –

• McNeil recalls another lot of Tylenol. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the poison experts 24/7 at 800-222-1222.
• The FDA is warning against the use of Unapproved Chelation Products. Companies claim that these drugs treat diseases by removing toxic metals from the body. These products can cause serious harm, including dehydration, kidney failure, and death. If you think you have a disease caused by lead, mercury or arsenic NJ Poison Experts are available 24/7 at 800-222-1222.
  
  http://bit.ly/asP7Xy

Oct. 1st –

• Many infant formulas by Abbott have been recalled. For more information contact a specialist at NJPIES or go directly to the FDA website for more information:
  
  http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/infantformula/index.cfm