2013

Could a paper bike helmet help offset the safety risks that might spring up when citizens take part in a Bike Share program without bothering to bring a helmet along for the ride?  That seems to be the hope of a group of designers from the London-based Royal College of Arts.  By combining simple newspapers,… read more

Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and Ford Explorer vehicles have been recalled by the Ford Motor Company because of a potential failure of the child safety locks.  12,569 automobiles of the 2013 model year could be affected by this issue, which springs up after the door has been opened and closed numerous times.  This repeated movement can… read more

Late last week, citizens across the nation got together to celebrate Independence Day, and we sincerely hope that your family escaped the celebration unscathed by burns and other hazards.  However, it’s important to understand that certain risks inherent in July Fourth celebrations don’t simply go away; they could be present throughout the entirety of the… read more

The Food and Drug Administration has a number of offices and groups dedicated to different facets of safety.  One such group of scientists has been dubbed Team Tomato for its efforts to figure out why the produce is so susceptible to Salmonella and to limit outbreaks of such. In the past, the FDA ran into… read more

Most everyone has heard of the concept of a designated driver, but have you heard of something known as a “Water Watcher?”  If not, and if you plan on attending any kind of get-together near a body of water this summer, it’s imperative to learn about this vital duty among responsible adults. The Consumer Product… read more

Recently, we related a few tips on how to avoid tick bites, but one place where parents won’t be able to verify that their children are free of ticks is at summer camp.  That doesn’t mean, though, that precautions can’t be taken to protect your kids.  A new report outlines what parents can do to… read more

Over the long Independence Day weekend, the California Highway Patrol was out in full force to crack down on intoxicated drivers that could endanger themselves and others on the roads.  In the San Diego County area alone, 68 people had been arrested for a suspected offense by early Saturday morning.  That’s a dramatic jump from… read more

The potential presence of a placebo instead of the drug itself in a portion of the product has prompted the recall of Estarylla tablets by Sandoz.  The drug, an oral contraceptive, is being recalled on the heels of a user reporting that, within the row of actual tablets, there was a placebo.  The company notes… read more

Dodge Grand Caravan, RAM C/V Tradesman, and Town & Country vehicles of the 2013 model year are being recalled by Chrysler due to a potential software malfunction that could contribute to a greater injury risk should a crash take place.  When a collision affects one side of the vehicle, that side’s airbags are designed to… read more

Although many citizens of California will be attending fireworks displays or putting together their own private shows tomorrow, there are a great many people who would prefer a relaxing day at the beach.  But even if such persons don’t have to worry about the threat of an accidental explosion or a serious burn, there are… read more

When a plane is set to land, one hopes that things will go according to plan, that the plane will hit the tarmac and coast to taxiing speed before depositing passengers at the gate.  Sometimes, though, circumstances are such that a pilot has to pull out of the landing and try again, circling back in… read more

We often report on the latest vehicle recalls that could impact California citizens.  Getting potential vehicle defects fixed is a vital part of ensuring highway safety, as what may seem like a minor issue can lead to tragedy.  Our hope is that vehicle owners get issues taken care of right away so that they, their… read more