Following Complaints over Sunscreen, Jessica Alba’s Honest Company Faces Scrutiny
After consumers have publicly complained about the ineffectiveness of its sunscreen, Jessica Alba's Honest Company is under scrutiny. The Honest Company promises to sell “safe and eco-friendly household and baby care products” and markets an SPF 30 sunscreen with "broad spectrum, mineral-based protection." According to some … [Read more...] about Following Complaints over Sunscreen, Jessica Alba’s Honest Company Faces Scrutiny
J&J Face Criticism Over Drug Recalls
Johnson & Johnson Face Criticism. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) faced criticism yesterday from members of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for having a relationship with drug maker Johnson & Johnson that some said may have been “too cozy.” Several on the committee asserted that this relationship … [Read more...] about J&J Face Criticism Over Drug Recalls
Zimmer Ends Relationship with Doctor Following Criticism of Knee Replacement Component
Criticism of Knee Replacement Component. A prominent surgeon who was once a consultant for Zimmer Holdings, a maker of surgical tools and joint replacements, thinks the company may have terminated its relationship with him because he questioned the performance of one of its artificial knee components. According to The New York … [Read more...] about Zimmer Ends Relationship with Doctor Following Criticism of Knee Replacement Component
Ford Replacing Defective Tire Valve Stems
Ford Warned Customers About Tire Valve Stems. Ford Motor Company's recent decision to send letters to customers warning them that tire valve stems on 26 different Ford models could be defective has come under criticism. According to thebostonchannel.com, at least one car safety expert contends that Ford should have issued … [Read more...] about Ford Replacing Defective Tire Valve Stems
Lipitor Ads Ready
Lipitor Ads Ready. Pfizer has launched a new TV ad campaign for Lipitor - one that does not feature a celebrity endorsement. Pfizer had come under a great deal of criticism for TV spots that featured artificial heart pioneer Robert Jarvik. Critics said that in the ads it appeared that Dr. Jarvik - who is not a medical … [Read more...] about Lipitor Ads Ready
FEMA Faces Criticism over Toxic Trailers
Criticism Hits FEMA Over Toxic Trailers. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is again being criticized for the toxic trailers it distributed to victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The outcry came after tests revealed Thursday showed dangerous levels of formaldehyde in FEMA toxic trailers used to house hurricane victims … [Read more...] about FEMA Faces Criticism over Toxic Trailers
Lead in Lipstick gets Congressional Attention, Sparks Criticism of FDA
Lead In Lipstick Attracted The Attention Of Law Makers. Lead in lipstick has attracted the attention of some powerful law makers. Former presidential candidate Senator John Kerry-along with senators Barbara Boxter and Dianne Feinstein-is leading an attack on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) accusing them of … [Read more...] about Lead in Lipstick gets Congressional Attention, Sparks Criticism of FDA
CPSC Head Says She Won’t Step Aside, Despite Criticism Over Toy Recalls
Nancy Nord Said She Won't Resign Despite Criticism Over Toy Recalls. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) Chair Nancy Nord said she won’t resign her position, despite calls from several member of Congress that she step down. Nord and her agency have been under fire in recent months after a series of highly publicized toy … [Read more...] about CPSC Head Says She Won’t Step Aside, Despite Criticism Over Toy Recalls
Journal Continues Criticism of Vioxx Study
NEJM Published Additional Criticism Of Vioxx Study. The editors of the New England Journal of Medicine published additional criticism of a Vioxx study on Wednesday, even as it allowed the authors of the article to defend themselves against the critique it delivered two months ago. In the latest salvo, the editors said that if the … [Read more...] about Journal Continues Criticism of Vioxx Study
