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These air compressor devices’ instructions for use have been updated by GE HealthCare.
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Update: Use of GE HealthCare EVair and EVair 03 Compressors – Letter to Health Care Providers
The recommendations for EVair Compressor use have been updated by GE HealthCare.
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FDA Roundup: October 25, 2024
FDA Roundup: October 25, 2024
http://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-roundup-october-25-2024
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Tracheostomy Tube Recall: Smiths Medical Removes BLUselect, BLUgriggs, and BLUperc Tracheostomy Tube Kits due to Potential Disconnection of Pilot Balloon
BLUselect tracheostomy tubes are used for artificial airways. Some lots may have an issue where the pilot balloon disconnects.
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Assistive Arm Correction: Kinova Issues Correction for Jaco Assistive Robotic Arm due to Fire Hazard and Burn Risk
Jaco assistive robotic arms are used when people have little or no arm mobility but a damaged arm contacting part of the wheelchair is a fire hazard.
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$76 Million in Illegal E-Cigarettes Seized in Joint Federal Operation
$76 Million in Illegal E-Cigarettes Seized in Joint Federal Operation
http://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/76-million-illegal-e-cigarettes-seized-joint-federal-operation
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FDA Roundup: October 18, 2024
FDA Roundup: October 18, 2024
http://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-roundup-october-18-2024
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Vascular Embolization Device Correction: Boston Scientific Updates Use Instructions for Obsidio Conformable Embolic for Increased Ischemia Risk When Used for GI Bleeding
These vascular embolization devices’ instructions for use have been updated by Boston Scientific.
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Voluntary Recall Notifying Medtronic Insulin Pump Users of Potential Risks of Shortened Pump Battery Life
Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, voluntarily issued a field action starting on July 31, 2024, notifying global customers of its MiniMed™ 600 series or 700 series insulin pumps to follow their pump’s built-in alerts and alarms for battery status and to contact Medt
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Insulin Pump Recall: Medtronic Notifies Users of MiniMed 600 and 700 Series Pumps of Risk of Shorter than Expected Battery Life
MiniMed pumps deliver insulin to people with diabetes who need it. Wiring damage from impacts may cause the battery to drain faster than expected.