Reuters reports that the FDA “on Thursday classified the recall of Philips’ breathing devices and ventilators as Class 1, or the most serious type of recall, saying the use of these devices may cause serious injuries or death.” According to the article, “The Dutch medical equipment company recalled some of its breathing devices and ventilators in June, as the foam used to dampen the machines’ sound could degrade and emit small particles that irritate airways.”

From the news release of the American Association for Justice.