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DBV Announces Phase III Trial Results for Viaskin Peanut
DBV Technologies Announces Publication of Detailed Phase III Trial Results Evaluating Viaskin Peanut as a Novel Treatment for Peanut Allergy in The Journal of the American Medical Association
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DBV Resubmits Viaskin Peanut Allergy Treatment to FDA
DBV Technologies, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced the submission of its Biologics License Application (BLA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Viaskin® Peanut for the treatment of peanut-allergic children ages 4 to 11 years.
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How Much Peanut Protein Can Be Found on Everyday Surfaces?
Press Release Contact: Melissa Graham mgraham@aaaai.org (414) 272-6071 Onsite Press Room (March 4-7): (213) 743-6242 HOW MUCH PEANUT PROTEIN CAN BE FOUND ON EVERYDAY SURFACES? Researchers Present Air and Surface Quantifications at AAAAI Annual Meeting Los Angeles, CA – For families managing food allergies, like peanut allergies, food avoidance is key. Researchers from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, however, wondered how much peanut exposure occurs in common environments like restaurants and...
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How to Make Your Own Allergy-Friendly Seed Butter to Replace Peanut Butter
Peanut-Free, Soy-Free, Non-Nut Butters by Melanie Carver If your child has a peanut and soy allergy, it can be difficult to find a safe replacement for peanut butter in your local grocery store. Some of the commercially-available options may...
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AAFA and KFA Talk About Preventing Food Allergies With Pediatricians
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) recently exhibited at the 2019 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) conference. We learned the latest news in pediatrics and food allergies. We also spoke with doctors about the food allergy and asthma programs and services we offer. Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) is a division of AAFA.
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AAFA Brings Patient Voice to FDA Committee Review on Palforzia, Oral Immunotherapy Treatment for Peanut Allergy
On Sept. 13, 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Allergenic Products Advisory Committee recommended the approval of Aimmune Therapeutics’ peanut treatment, Palforzia. If approved, Palforzia would be ground-breaking for the future of food allergy treatments. What Is Palforzia? Palforzia, also known as AR101, is a type of oral immunotherapy (OIT) for peanut allergy. If approved, it would be the first FDA-approved treatment for peanut allergy. Currently, some allergists already...
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AAFA Responds to FDA Cumin Warning
This week, the Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to people with peanut allergies, advising them to consider staying away from all food products containing ground cumin or cumin powder after a wave of recalls. Ground cumin, apparently...
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ACAAI Says Children with Asthma Do Not Need to Be Routinely Tested for Peanut Allergy
The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology disagrees with study findings that are circulating on the news and social media regarding asthma and peanut allergy. The ACAAI says children with asthma do not need to be routinely tested for...
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Aimmune Therapeutics Reports Positive Results From Peanut Immunotherapy Studies
Aimmune Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AIMT), a biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for life-threatening food allergies, announced clinical data presented today at the 2017 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Annual Meeting in Atlanta. The presentations included Phase 3 screening data and Phase 2 adherence data from Aimmune’s AR101 program. AR101 is Aimmune’s investigational biologic oral immunotherapy for desensitization of patients with peanut allergy.
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Food-Allergic Airline Passengers Left Stranded After Court Dismisses Case, Legal Advocates Say
UPDATE: We support a Congressional effort to improve airline safety for people with severe allergies . Join AAFA's Action Network and tell your senators you care about this issue today ! What happens if a passenger has an allergic...
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If Allergic to One Food, Do You Have to Avoid Related Foods?
FOOD ALLERGIES AND CROSS-REACTIVITY by Vaishali Mankad, MD A food allergy occurs when the immune system overreacts to a food. The most common type of food allergy results from the immune system making a type of antibody called IgE...
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Food Allergy "Joke" on the Emmy Awards Show
September 19, 2016 ABC Network Headquarters 77 West 66th Street New York, New York 10023 Dear ABC Network, On behalf of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and the more than 15 million Americans living with food allergies, I’m writing with some concerns about a comedy bit on the Emmys that aired on ABC on Sunday, September 18, 2016 . The joke – presented by host Jimmy Kimmel – involved the distribution of thousands of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the audience in...
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Food Allergy Research Roundup 2017 Quarter 1
Kids With Food Allergies will recap some of the top research in food allergies every three months. Here is a look at studies reported between January and March. Read about teens and food allergy, peanut allergy, secondhand smoke and more.
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Food Allergy Research Update: Viaskin Study for Peanut Allergy
Press Release: Consortium of Food Allergy Research Completes Recruitment of NIH-sponsored CoFar6 Phase II Trial with DBV's Viaskin(r) Peanut in Treatment of Peanut Allergy Leading US centers in food allergy involved in an NIH-funded CoFAR6 study,...
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For People With Peanut Allergies, Exercise and Lack of Sleep May Increase Chances of Having an Allergic Reaction
Peanut allergies can lead to severe allergic reactions, but everyday factors that may influence an allergic reaction are poorly understood. A new study, first presented at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), is trying to change that.
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The LEAP Trial 12 Months Later: Are We Ready to LEAP-On Peanut Allergy?
Researchers announced results from the second phase of a landmark food allergy study, with the data showing that feeding peanuts to babies at high risk for developing the allergy sharply cuts their chance of becoming allergic by age 5.
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The Social and Emotional Impact of Raising Kids With Food Allergies: Insights from Parents (Video)
On Aug. 21, 2019, Kenny Mendez, President and CEO of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), co-hosted a Facebook Live session with blogger Anna Luther of My Life and Kids. If you didn’t have a chance to tune in live, you can watch a replay of session. (Kids With Food Allergies is a division of AAFA.)
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Tree Nut (Almonds) Allergy Alert - Natural Grocers Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters
Natural Grocers Issues Recall on Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters For Immediate Release February 20, 2020 Contacts Consumers Customer Service 303-986-4600, ext. 80801 Media Pamela Lip****z 303-986-4600, ext 80150 Announcements Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc., a Lakewood, Colorado-based natural grocery chain, is recalling Natural Grocers brand 8-ounce Peanut Clusters Dark Chocolate Non-GMO because the product contains an undeclared almond allergen. People who have an allergy or...
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Tree Nut (Almonds, Coconut Oil) and Peanut Allergy Alert - IDLife Kids, Snack and Protein Bars
IDLife, LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Various Undeclared Allergens in its Bars For Immediate Release March 5, 2018 Contact Consumers 1-972-987-4430 Announcement IDLife, LLC of Frisco, TX is voluntarily recalling its line of Protein Bars (Lot #s PR33471, PR31771, & PR31971), Snack Bars (Lot #s SN32071 & SN30771), and Kids Bars (Lot #s A3617-1 & 03047-1), because they may contain undeclared allergens. As part of its quality control review process, IDLife discovered that the lots of...
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Tree Nut (Almonds), Milk, Egg, Peanut, and Shellfish (Crustaceans) Allergy Alerts - Prescript-Assist Dietary Supplement
LL’s Magnetic Clay Inc Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Allergens in Prescript-Assist Dietary Supplement For Immediate Release June 29, 2018 Contact Consumers Erica Anderson 1-800-257-3315 Announcement LL’s Magnetic Clay, Inc. of Austin, Texas is recalling certain lots of Prescript-Assist, a dietary supplement it marketed until late 2017, because of its potential to contain undeclared allergens, including almonds, crustaceans, dairy, casein, eggs, and peanuts. People who have an allergy or...
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Two Peanut Allergy Treatment Trials Move Forward
Kids With Food Allergies is sharing these press releases from Aimmune Therapeutics and DBV Technologies to bring you the latest research news quickly. [PRESS RELEASE] Aimmune Therapeutics’ Pivotal Phase 3 PALISADE Trial of AR101 Meets Primary Endpoint in Patients With Peanut Allergy BRISBANE, Calif.– (BUSINESS WIRE) – Feb. 20, 2018 – Aimmune Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AIMT), a biopharmaceutical company developing treatments for potentially life-threatening food allergies, today announced...
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WEBINAR: Reducing Risk of Peanut Allergy – A Review of New Guidelines
New guidelines released in 2017 may help prevent the development of peanut allergy. The guidelines recommend early introduction of peanut-containing foods to infants as early as 4 and 6 months of age. How peanut-containing foods should be introduced to infants depends on the infant’s risk level. Join us for a free webinar on January 26, 2017 at 3 pm EST.
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What Parents Need to Know About New Food Allergy Treatments (Video)
On July 25, 2019, Kenny Mendez, President and CEO of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), co-hosted a Facebook Live session with pediatrician and blogger, Dr. Katie Freidman of Forever Freckled. If you didn’t have a chance to tune in live, you can still watch the session.
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Parenting + Food Allergies: The Social, Emotional and Financial Impact on Families (Video)
On Sept. 26, 2019, Kenneth Mendez, CEO and president of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), co-hosted a Facebook Live session with blogger Deva Dalporto of MyLifeSuckers. If you didn’t have a chance to tune in live, you can watch a replay of session. Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) is a division of AAFA.
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Patients Taking Lower Maintenance Doses of Peanut Oral Immunotherapy May Still Achieve Desensitization
Oral immunotherapy (OIT) is a treatment that could potentially help peanut allergic patients achieve desensitization, but some patients are unable to tolerate maintenance doses that are large enough to facilitate unlimited peanut consumption.
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Peanut Allergic Teen Builds Business from Ground Up
Thirteen-year-old Lily Pinto, co-founder of Don’t Go Nuts , is proving that you don’t have to be an adult to be able to help others in a big way. Don’t Go Nuts makes foods that are completely nut-free, “from field to...
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Peanut Allergy Alert- Annie Chun's Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowls
CJ Foods Voluntarily Recalls Annie Chun’s Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowls Due To Undeclared Peanuts For Immediate Release February 15, 2020 Contacts Consumers CJ Foods, Inc. 1-800-459-3445 Media Mike Smith (507) 537-8550 Announcement CJ Foods, Inc., a division of CJ America, Inc., of La Palma, CA, is voluntarily recalling Annie Chun’s Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowls because it may contain undeclared peanuts. Use of this product may cause serious allergic reaction or illness in...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie Pint Slices
Unilever Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut in Limited Quantity of Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Fudge Brownie Pint Slices For Immediate Release May 4, 2017 Contact Consumers 877-270-7397 Media Unilever: Joelle Hutcheon Joelle.Hutcheon@unilever.com 201-894-7760 Ben & Jerry's: Sean Greenwood Sean.Greenwood@benjerry.com 802-923-2648 Announcement Unilever is voluntarily recalling a limited number of boxes of Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Fudge Brownie Pint Slices, which may inadvertently...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Best Foods Deer Brand Cumin Powder
Best Foods Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Deer Brand Cumin Powder 7 Ounce and Deer Brand Cumin Powder 14 Ounce For Immediate Release February 22, 2016 Contact Consumers Abdul Paracha 1-732-650-1300 Ext 222 Announcement Best Foods Inc. 30 Saw Mill Pond Rd,. Edison, NJ is recalling its 7 ounce packages and 14 oz. packages of Deer brand Cumin Powder because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Best Foods Deer Cumin Powder 7 Ounce and 14 Ounce
Best Foods Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Deer Cumin Powder 7 Ounce and Deer Cumin Powder 14 Ounce Contact: Consumer: 1-732-650-1300 Ext 222 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 6, 2015 – Edison, NJ – Best...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Coburn Farms 4.5oz Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Juice-Infused Dried Cranberries & Roasted Sea Salted Cashews Snackers
Save A Lot Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Coburn Farms 4.5oz Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Juice-Infused Dried Cranberries & Roasted Sea Salted Cashews Snackers For Immediate Release February 13, 2020 Contacts Consumers Sarah Griffin 314-264-7868 Sarah.Griffin@savealot.com Announcement Save A Lot is recalling 131 cases of Coburn Farms 4.5oz Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, Cherry Juice- Infused Dried Cranberries & Roasted Sea Salted Cashews Snackers due to a labeling...
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Peanut Allergy Alert: Cookie Dough Cafe Chocolate Chip Chilled Gourmet Edible Cookie Dough Bar
JuJu Bakes, LLC, DBA The Cookie Dough Cafe of Bloomington, IL is recalling 15 cases of 1.6 ounce Chocolate Chip Chilled Gourmet Edible Cookie Dough Bars, because they may contain peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Product was distributed in IL, MI, PA, IN, KY, WI, OH, MN, WV via Lipari Foods and was distributed to select retail stores.
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Danone Light & Fit Greek Crunch S’mores Flavor
Danone North America Issues Allergy Alert and Recall for Light & Fit Greek Crunch S’mores Flavor For Immediate Release December 5, 2018 Contact Consumers Danone North America 1-877-326-6668 Media Michael Neuwirth michael.neuwirth@danone.com 914-872-8708 Announcement Danone North America is voluntarily recalling 3,521 cases of Light & Fit® Greek Crunch Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings S’Mores Flavor sold in the United States with an expiration date of December 30, 2018 and UPC of 36632...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - DSD Merchandisers, Inc. Roasted/Salted Deluxe Mixed Nuts in Deli Tubs
DSD Merchandisers, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut in Roasted/Salted Deluxe Mixed Nuts in Deli Tubs. For Immediate Release April 13, 2020 Contacts Consumers: DSD Merchandisers, Inc. 1-925-449-2044 Announcement DSD Merchandisers, Inc. of Livermore CA is recalling 2040 individual 10oz deli tubs of Roasted /Salted Deluxe Mixed Nuts, because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of a serious or...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Fannie May Heart Shaped Box of Chocolates
Fannie May Issues A Voluntary Recall Of Its 4.0 Oz. Heart-shaped Box Of Assorted Chocolates Due To Undeclared Peanuts Contact: Consumer: 1-330-494-0833 Ext. 193 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 19, 2014 - Fannie May Confections Brands, Inc. (...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Almond Drinking Powder
Feng Mao Biotechnology Organic Food CO.,LTD. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Almond Drinking Powder For Immediate Release April 14, 2017 Contact Consumers Walong Marketing Inc. (887)675-8899 Richin Trading Inc. (626)308-3212 Tiffany Food CORP. (718)326-2667 Announcement Feng Mao Biotechnology Organic Food CO. of R.O.C is recalling Almond Drinking Powder in 600 g cans, because it may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Frito-Lay Issues Voluntary Recall of Select Rold Gold Pretzels
Rold Gold pretzels join the growing list of foods affected by the Grain Craft flour recall.
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Happy Harvest Canned Spinach
Voluntary Recall Notice of Happy Harvest Canned Spinach Due to Potential Undeclared Peanut Allergen from Product Mislabeling For Immediate Release April 21, 2018 Contact Consumers customerservice@mccallfarms.com 800-277-2012 Announcement McCall Farms, Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of cases of Happy Harvest Spinach in 13.5 oz cans as a precautionary measure due to the potential presence of peanuts resulting from product mislabeling. This product may cause an allergic reaction...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Harris Teeter Low Fat Cookies & Cream Frozen Yogurt
Voluntary Recall on Harris Teeter Low Fat Cookies & Cream Frozen Yogurt Due to Undeclared Peanut Product For Immediate Release September 25, 2018 Contact Consumers 800-432-6111 and select option 2 Media Danna Robinson 704-844-3904 drobinson@harristeeter.com Announcement Harris Teeter is notifying shoppers of a voluntarily recall of Harris Teeter Low Fat Frozen Yogurt Cookies & Cream 1.5 qt laminated cartons, UPC 0 72036 98182 0, with all SELL BY DATES up to 07/30/19 due to undeclared...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Hercules Candy Cashew Brittle Bits
Hercules Candy LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Cashew Brittle Bits For Immediate Release April 15, 2019 Contact Consumers Terry Andrianos 315-463-4339 Announcement Hercules Candy LLC . of East Syracuse, NY, is recalling its 4 ounce packages of Cashew Brittle Bits because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recalled Cashew Brittle Bits were...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Hostess Brands Issues Recall on Certain Snack Cake and Donut Products Due to Possible Undeclared Peanut Residue
Move comes as part of FDA’s safety advisory regarding Grain Craft flour recall.
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Izzy’s Maple Nut Ice Cream
Recall of Certain Lots of Izzy’s Maple Nut Ice Cream Due to Undeclared Peanuts For Immediate Release March 16, 2018 Contact Consumers Owner Jeff Sommers (651) 341-7709 | General Manager Shannon Leach shannon@izzysicecream.com (612) 554-5196 Announcement Izzy’s Ice Cream, LLC is voluntarily recalling limited numbers of its Maple Nut Ice Cream pints following a supplier’s recall of walnuts due to the possible presence of undeclared peanut residue. People who have an allergy or severe...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Kancho Choco Biscuit
Lotte Int’l America Corp Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut In "Kancho Choco Biscuit" For Immediate Release February 23, 2018 Contact Consumers 1-213-688-8806 Announcement - LOTTE Int’l America Corp. located in Los Angeles, CA is recalling its 1.48-ounce packages of "Kancho Choco Biscuit" manufactured by LOTTE Confectionery Co. Ltd. Korea because of findings of small amounts of peanut in the product and no peanut declaration. LOTTE Int’l America Corp discovered this fact through lab...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Kellogg Company Recalls Over 20 Products Due to Flour Supplier Recall
Kellogg Company products join the growing list of foods affected by the Grain Craft flour recall
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Landis Candies Co. Inc. on “WEGMANS MILK CHOCOLATE (BIG EAR BUNNY) SUCKER”
Landies Candies Co. Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts on “WEGMANS MILK CHOCOLATE (BIG EAR BUNNY) SUCKER” For Immediate Release March 6, 2017 Contact Consumers Landies Candies Co. Inc. 716-834-8212 Announcement Landies Candies Co. Inc. of Buffalo, NY is recalling its 3-oz packages of “WEGMANS Milk Chocolate Big Ear Bunny Sucker”, Net Wt 3 oz, Lot # 35016, Best by 9-15-2017 because they may contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Lotte Kancho Choco Biscuit
Lotte Int’l America Corp Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut In "Kancho Choco Biscuit" For Immediate Release February 26, 2018 Contact Consumers LOTTE Int’l America Corp. 1-213-688-8806 Announcement LOTTE Int’l is recalling its 1.48-ounce packages of "Kancho Choco Biscuit" manufactured by LOTTE Confectionery Co. Ltd. Korea because of findings of small amounts of peanut in the product and no peanut declaration. The product varies in three different packages: Kancho 42g, Kancho Cup 95g,...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Marsee Baking Cookies Sold At Café Yumm! Restaurants
Marsee Baking Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Peanuts In Cookies Sold At Café Yumm! Restaurants For Immediate Release August 15, 2018 Contact Consumers info@cafeyumm.com 1-877-367-9866 Media Marne Dunder marne.dunder@cafeyumm.com 541.338.YUMM (9866) Announcement Marsee Foods, Inc. dba Marsee Baking is voluntarily recalling chocolate chip, ginger spice, and oatmeal raisin cookies sold at Café Yumm! restaurants. T he cookies may contain undeclared peanuts . People who have an allergy or...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Melanie Liubitelskie Cookies
Melanie Wholesale Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Cookies For Immediate Release May 18, 2018 Contact Consumers Sergey Trotsky, Manager 1-718-492-8492 Announcement Melanie Wholesale Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 17.6 oz (500g) package of “Melanie Liubitelskie Cookies”, because they contain undeclared peanuts. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recalled “Melanie...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Mikawaya Chocolate Chocolate Mochi Ice Cream
Mikawaya Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Peanuts In Limited Quantity Of Mikawaya Chocolate Chocolate Mochi Ice Cream For Immediate Release May 10, 2017 Contact Consumers (323) 587-5504 Media Kim Le / Carmen Hernandez kle@konnectagency.com chernandez@konnectagency.com Announcement Mikawaya is issuing a voluntary recall of a limited number of Mikawaya Brand Chocolate Chocolate Mochi Ice Cream, which may inadvertently contain peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to...