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Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Recall reminder issued for baby teething sticks after reports of continued sales
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing a recall reminder for Gerber Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks after reports it was still being sold in stores and online after an initial recall in January. The strawberry apple flavor and banana flavor of the Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks were previously recalled because of a potential choking hazard for infants and young children, according to the FDA. Gerber has also since initiated a discontinuation of the product. More Local News The items were sold in stores nationwide and online. Those who purchased the products are advised to return them for a refund and contact a doctor if they're concerned about illness or injury. Some consumers have reported choking incidents due to the product and at least one emergency room visit has been reported, according to the FDA's website. More: Latest News from Around the Tri-State A list of the recalled products can be found below. Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Strawberry Apple, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04618 7, all lot codes Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04608 8, all lot codes Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 1.58 Oz (45g), with UPC 0 15000 01015 7, all lot codes Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
19-04-2025
- Health
- USA Today
FDA shares reminder of recalled Gerber teething sticks after product still seen on shelves
FDA shares reminder of recalled Gerber teething sticks after product still seen on shelves 'We sincerely apologize for any concern or inconvenience this action represents to parents, caregivers and retail customers,' Gerber said. Show Caption Hide Caption Tips to help manage food recalls and prevent foodborne illnesses About 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 people die each year from preventable foodborne illnesses. Payton, USA TODAY Well-known baby product maker Gerber Products Company issued a recall reminder in tandem with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on April 18 after affected products were still seen on store shelves. The original voluntary recall was initiated on Jan. 31 after the company received complaints of choking incidents resulting in at least one known emergency room visit. Gerber discontinued the production of the impacted items. The company chose to issue a second press release concerning the recall because it recently received reports that the recalled products were still available for sale on some retailers' shelves and online. "We have been working with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on this recall and will cooperate with them fully," Gerber said in the second press release. "Again, we sincerely apologize for any concern or inconvenience this action represents to parents, caregivers and retail customers." Here's what to know about the recall. Which Geber products were recalled? Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Strawberry Apple, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04618 7, all lot codes Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04608 8, all lot codes Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe 'n' chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 1.58 Oz (45g), with UPC 0 15000 01015 7, all lot codes What to do if you have recalled products or see them on shelves Consumers who previously purchased Geber Soothe N Chew Teething Stick should not give it to their children. Instead, they can return the product to the store from which they purchased it for a full refund, the company said. If you spot the recalled products still for sale, do not buy them, the company added. For questions or support, Gerber can be contacted at 1-800-4-GERBER (1-800-443-7237). Where were the recalled Gerber products distributed? The teething sticks were distributed nationwide via online shops, Gerber said. They were also sent to physical retailers in Puerto Rico and the following states:
