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New Federal Infant Sleep Safety Standard
A Consumer Reports analysis determined that inclined sleepers have been the culprits in at least 92 deaths and more than 1,000 incidents (some of which resulted in serious injuries) among young children. Inclined sleepers create an array of catastrophic hazards: chiefly, that they position an infant’s body at an upward angle between 10 and 30[…]
Peloton Concedes to Recall Treadmills after a Child Dies
When the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) first issued its urgent warning to consumers to stop using Peloton’s Tread and Tread+ treadmills last month, Peloton refused voluntarily to recall its products. The company even went so far as to call the CPSC’s warning “inaccurate and misleading”. However, in response to the whirlwind of negative publicity[…]
Injuries and Deaths Associated with E-Cigarettes
Despite observing a slow decline in hospitalizations and deaths related to e-cigarettes and other vape products (such as devices that contain THC), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are reminding consumers to stay vigilant and to avoid vaping devices that contain vitamin E acetate. Though vitamin E is generally safe to ingest as[…]
Most Dangerous Toys of 2020
Believe it or not, not all toys are safe for children. Even ones that are for sale in stores or online may come with a slew of unknown hazards. With the holiday season rapidly approaching, it is important to know which ones are notorious for causing injury. Every year, consumer watchdog groups compile data to[…]
Preventing Tragedies at Train Crossings
Did you know that it is illegal to be on or near train tracks in a vehicle unless you are at a designated crossing? This is because train accidents can cause deadly injuries. In fact, people are injured or killed at train crossings in the United States every day. According to the National Highway Transportation[…]