Car Seat Check in Bath, England Turns Up Numerous Installation Errors
As part of the Good Egg campaign, there was an event held in Bath, England for parents looking to get their child’s safety seat checked for free. This event was held in the hopes that people would bring in their cars and let experts check that all the straps and buckles were secure and that… read more
New Albany, Indiana Teens Taught Distracted Driving Lesson by Victim
A 22 year old who suffered a brain injury when he was involved in a car accident is talking to students throughout the country, and his travels recently brought him to New Albany High School in Indiana. He told students there the story of his injury and how it was caused because his girlfriend was… read more
AMTA Says Fatalities Caused by Distracted Driving Are Overestimated
The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association has reported that they have found evidence that runs contrary to a news release that stated around 33% of Queensland’s fatal automobile collisions were caused by distracted cellphone driving. They say the actual reported number was much lower at .7% of deaths. The AMTA wants to let people know that… read more
Wahpeton, North Dakota Moves to Ban Texting Behind the Wheel
The Wahpeton, North Dakota City Council made a few important decisions recently, including passing an ordinance regarding distracted driving. The amendment that was passed states that it is illegal to read or send messages from handheld devices while behind the wheel. If you are a minor. you cannot be on your phone at all. Violators… read more
Turtles Are a Leading Salmonella Threat
We often hear about instances where Salmonella outbreaks occur because the food that certain people ate had been contaminated with the dangerous organism. However, a new report sheds light on an innocuous-seeming trend that might actually be causing far more illnesses than contaminated food: pet turtles leading young children and other people to incur a… read more
Injury Threat Leads Haier to Recall 5,000 42 Inch LED Televisions
Haier America has voluntarily recalled around 5,000 LED televisions due to a faulty neck stand on the 42 inch models. The stand could break, potentially leading the television to tip over and cause injury to those nearby. Owners should look for units with the model number LE42B1380. Affected consumers are encouraged to get in touch… read more
In Dunbar, West Virginia, Scooter and Cellphone Laws May Soon Pass
The Dunbar City Council of West Virginia addressed two potential hazards at a recent meeting: motorized scooter visibility and the use of cellphones while driving. The ordinances discussed passed their first readings. The mayor said scooters and carts, which will now have see use limited on city crosswalks and streets, will have to have reflective… read more
Indiana Brand Popcorn Recalled by Dale and Thomas Over Listeria Risk
Dale and Thomas Popcorn has announced the recall of a wide variety of popcorn items under the Indiana brand due to a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria monocytogenes can cause things like fever, headache, nausea, and more. It may also lead pregnant women to experience a miscarriage. Consumers are urged to refrain from eating the… read more
Cobalt Dive Computers Recalled by Atomic Aquatics Over Leakage Risk
Atomic Aquatics announced that it is recalling 4,200 Cobalt Dive Computers because the product can potentially leak. This could cause the computer’s lens to dislodge at a high speed, which can result in an injury, a gas leak, or even drowning. The units recalled are spread among the U.S. and Canada. The recall comes on… read more
Listeria Risk Leads Publix to Recall Hearts of Romaine Lettuce
Publix Super Markets has announced the recall of Publix Hearts of Romaine, Chopped Hearts of Romaine available in ten ounce packages. The recall is due to a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria monocytogenes may cause fever, nausea, or in more severe cases, death. So far, there have been no reports of an illness filed. Consumers… read more
Labeling Error Prompts Recall of Soups by Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market has announced the recall of soups that have been mislabeled and sold throughout six different states. A soup with a label describing it as being Roasted Garlic and Eggplant Soup was actually Lobster Bisque. Consumers with a milk or shellfish allergy may thus become ill after consuming this product. All products included… read more
Peanut Butter Items Recalled by Xan Confections Over Salmonella Risk
A possible Salmonella contamination among Xan Confections products has led to the voluntary recall of 13 gourmet peanut butter chocolate items. There have been no reported illnesses. Recalled items were made available between May 28 and September 28 and were sold at various outlets in eight states in the west and the south, as well… read more
