Several frozen meals produced by Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s are under recall due to “the possible presence of a wood-like material.” On March 17, Nestlé USA initiated this voluntary recall following reports from consumers, including one incident that could have resulted in choking.
Nestlé USA commented, ‘We are actively investigating the source of the wood-like material. We are confident that this is an isolated issue and we have taken action to address it.’
The specific meals recalled include three Lean Cuisine dishes — butternut squash ravioli, spinach artichoke ravioli, and lemon garlic shrimp stir fry — as well as Stouffer’s party-size chicken lasagna. It is important to note that only meals produced since August 2024 are potentially affected. Consumers checking their purchases can find more information on eligible batch numbers on the Nestlé USA recall alert webpage.
Those with affected meals are advised not to consume them and return the products to the retailer for a full refund or replacement.
The Dyslexia Foundation of Western Colorado is gearing up for its ninth annual “Learning Symposium” scheduled for April 5. This event will highlight various therapies and integrated approaches for neurodivergent children, aiding their educational success.
Co-hosted by the foundation alongside Wellington Wellness, New Life Chiropractic, and Pediatric Psychology Services of Colorado, the symposium will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bookcliff Christian School, located at 2702 Patterson Road. Tickets are available for $50 through www.dyslexiaco.org/events, with inquiries being directed to dyslexiafoundationwc@gmail.com.
Meanwhile, in a significant update, Governor Jared Polis announced that over 10,000 Coloradans have achieved accreditation in health care careers marked by workforce shortages since the launch of the “Care Forward Colorado” initiative, just three years ago.
The program, implemented via Senate Bill 22-226, finances community college tuition and associated fees for residents preparing for careers in healthcare with critical employment gaps. The initiative has recently produced 2,600 certified nursing assistants, 3,500 emergency medical technicians, and 1,100 medical assistants, with over 90% of graduates securing jobs in their fields.
This initiative alleviates financial obstacles that could prevent low-income Coloradans from entering these professions, covering expenses such as tuition, materials, transportation, childcare, and rent, funded through $26 million allocated from state recovery funds following the bill’s signing in 2022. Health Headlines is a Sentinel feature compiled by Jace DiCola, health and wellness reporter. Email him at jace.dicola@gjsentinel.com
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