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Colorado THC vape and Amazon-brand acetaminophen recalls

Dozens reported health problems after a Colorado THC vape recall, while the FDA recalled Amazon-brand acetaminophen over discolored tablets; check both notices.

On air: Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock on BBN This Morning
Published 9:27 AM ET, Thursday, October 15, 2026

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First reported by Westword: “‘Adverse health effects’ reported by dozens after Colorado THC vape recall”, with reporting from KOAT.
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:27 AM ET on BBN This Morning, by Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock.
Topics: Amazon-brand, Colorado, FDA.
BBN covered this story before: Colorado Springs councilwoman faces recall push; Lightning recall a… (October 15).

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Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorTwo recalls to check before you leave the house, and the first one is a Colorado THC vape, where dozens of people reported adverse health effects, per Westword.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorAdverse health effects. That's the polite way of saying people felt awful.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorIt is a very gentle phrase. Check the maker's notice, and stop using the vape if it's yours.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorSecond one: the FDA has recalled Amazon-brand acetaminophen bottles after reports of discolored tablets, per KOAT.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorDiscolored. So the pills are the ones having a mood.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorSame advice, then: check the notice from the maker and stop taking them.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorI love a clear notice.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorClear is the one thing those tablets weren't.

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