Chapter 3 Ethics and Social Responsibility

It is estimated that acetaminophen poisoning calls exceed 100,000 per year. Studies indicate that acetaminophen overdose results in over 56,000 injuries, 2,500 hospitalizations, and an estimated 450 deaths per year. Over the past 2 years Tylenol has recalled over 100 million of there products of store shelves. Over 8 billion Tylenol pills are taken each year. Johnson & Johnson has a very very popular product and they always recall all there products at the first sign of any contamination, tampering or any other problems. In my opinion Johnson and Johnson does a good job of keeping its customers safe for such a large company. Most Tylenol related deaths are due to accidental overdosing.