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Kao USA Recalls Jergens Moisturizer Due to Bacteria Contamination

Some Ultra Healing units could contain the bacterium Pluralibacter gergoviae.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Kao USA Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for certain Jergens Ultra Healing Moisturizer 3 oz and 10 oz products. Select units of Jergens Ultra Healing Moisturizer could contain Pluralibacter gergoviae, a bacterium which typically poses little medical risk to healthy people. However, people who have certain health problems such as weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to infections. Kao USA is urging consumers to discontinue use of the recalled lotion as a precautionary measure. ...

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