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Coverage dated October 29, 2026 to October 30, 2026

Medline electric beds pose fire hazard after 2 deaths, FDA warns

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The medical equipment supplier's motorized beds can overheat and cause fires, regulators said in an urgent alert to consumers.

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  1. Sun Times

    FDA issues alert about Northfield-based Medline beds tied to fire-related deaths and injuries (opens Sun Times)

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    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an alert about Northfield-based medical supply company Medline’s beds Thursday after two people died and 16 others were seriously injured by the product. The FDA issued an Early Alert warning Thursday about Medline beds for patients in home or long-term c…

  2. CBS News

    Medline electric beds pose fire hazard after 2 deaths, FDA warns (opens CBS News)

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    The medical equipment supplier's motorized beds can overheat and cause fires, regulators said in an urgent alert to consumers.

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