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Melatonin Overdoses Among Children Prompt Calls for Packaging Changes
As cases of melatonin overdoses among children rise, an industry association is calling for melatonin producers to follow a new set of packaging and labeling guidelines.
April 22, 2024
After the CDC reported a 530% rise in melatonin overdoses among children from 2012 to 2021, an industry association is calling on manufacturers to follow a new set of packaging and labeling guidelines.
Package Design
Nutraceutical Corp. Recalls Mouthwash Over Lack of Child Resistance
Heritage Store, part of Nutraceutical Corp., issued a recall on February 29 of its two flavors of its Hydrogen Peroxide Mouthwash due to a lack of child-resistant packaging.
April 12, 2024
Nutraceutical Corp.’s February 29 recall includes its Hydrogen Peroxide Mouthwash in Wintermint and Eucalyptus Mint flavors.
Quick Hits
PFAS Found in Bandages from Band-Aid, CVS, and More
A study of 40 bandages from major brands has found that about two-thirds include markers of PFAS “forever chemicals.”
April 9, 2024
About two-thirds of 40 bandages tested by Mamavation included a marker of PFAS, with 17 containing over 100 parts per million of the PFAS marker.
Market Trends
Ransomware Attacks Target Healthcare Providers
One of the largest pediatric healthcare orgs in the Midwest was targeted. In a separate attack, Change Healthcare may have paid a $22 million ransom.
March 5, 2024
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Sustainability
Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Publishes Guiding Principles on Advanced Recycling
Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council
"Based on where we are today with our research and testing, we see transformative potential for advanced recycling to offer a viable solution for recycling healthcare plastics that would otherwise be destined for landfills or incineration."
February 28, 2024
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Industry News
54 Hospitalized at Pharma Packaging Facility in Pa.
The employees were transported to local hospitals for evaluations following reports of a "chemical odor" on Feb. 23.
February 26, 2024
54 Hospitalized At Pharma Packaging Facility In Pa
Sustainability
UK Pharmacy Launches Blister Pack Recycling Plan
Customers can dispose of their used blister packs, a packaging form notorious for its recycling difficulties, in designated bins at participating stores.
February 23, 2024
Boots launches recycling pilot scheme for blister packs.
Market Trends
Sanofi Supports Employees Diagnosed With Cancer and Illnesses
The drugmaker guarantees employees one year of salary and support after cancer diagnosis.
February 15, 2024
Sanofi supports its employees with cancer and other diagnoses through a new program.
Quick Hits
‘Copycat’ Eye Drop Packaging Draws FDA Warning
One of the alleged copycats tested positive for bacterial contamination, while active ingredients may be lacking.
February 13, 2024
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Supply Chain
Last-Mile Pollution Hits Homes Near Hubs
Though the study focused on consumer goods, it’s a good reminder for the life science community to consider how shipping and the rise in home healthcare impact air quality, while delivering undeniable patient benefits.
January 31, 2024
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Medical Device/Packaging
Pharmapack 2024 Winners Announced
Open to the entire pharma industry, the Exhibitor Awards recognize packaging and start-up innovation and the Health Product Awards honor eco-design and patient-centric design.
January 24, 2024
Pharmapack Award Winners
Pharmaceuticals
Multiple Fatalities Alleged as Nurse Swapped Fentanyl with Tap Water
Police are conducting a criminal investigation, in which painkillers were allegedly removed and replaced with tap water, which is not sterile.
January 16, 2024
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Materials
2024 Worldstar Pharma and Medical Award Winners Announced
Winners include an electronic nasal lockout device to prevent overuse of pain medication, a recycle-ready blister, easy-to-open implant packaging, and more.
January 9, 2024
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Materials
Spoon-in-lid Packaging Launched for Infant Formula
Partnership between Chadwicks and Tekplas results in innovation packaging system to improve ease of product use for consumers.
January 5, 2024
From submerged scoops to readily available through innovation packaging partnership.
Market Trends
Top 10 Packaging and Labeling Quick Hits of 2023
News bits from around the world in packaging, labeling, and drug delivery.
January 5, 2024
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Quick Hits
Contamination Issue Leads to Pain Reliever Spray Recall
In the affected lot, a low level of benzene came from the propellant in the can.
January 3, 2024
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Quick Hits
Wireless Under-the-Skin Charger for Medical Implants
The breakthrough device tested successfully in rats, aiming to replace traditional batteries and wiring in bioelectronic devices.
December 29, 2023
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Quick Hits
FDA Eyes Manufacturers of Eye Drops
The agency wants mandatory recall authority for drugs and increased funding for foreign inspections to address challenges.
December 28, 2023
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