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Many states are preparing this year for a legislative battle over the issue of texting and driving.  One such state is Oklahoma, where it’s still legal to text at the wheel.  A proposal from a Representative from District One would change that. That measure would ban texting and driving among most, but not all, drivers. … read more

A report found in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine illuminates some of the biggest hazards found in households across America.  Consumers concerned about maintaining safety for themselves and their children should take note. By analyzing accident data between 2000 and 2008, the persons behind the study were able to determine that, on average, 30,000… read more

A product hailing from Santa Clara is being recalled because of a potential E. coli threat that could compromise the safety of consumers.  San Jose Valley Veal announced the recall, which affects boneless veal trimmings originally available in a 60 pound cardboard case.  1,260 pounds in total are being recalled by the company, and all… read more

Throughout the Northeast, citizens are battening down the hatches to protect themselves from the Winter Storm that’s set to wreak havoc.  And here in California, we’re not always free from the ravages of winter weather either.  Snow is a possibility throughout much of the state, and those who travel throughout the country also have to… read more

Snowy weather may still impact California for the next few months, and as such, people must pay particular attention to recalls of items designed to be used during these frosty months.  If you own one of the following products, make sure you do what’s necessary to protect yourself from harm. The Valcourt, Canada-based Bombardier Recreational… read more

For a long time, airbags have been the nearly exclusive purview of automobiles.  As vehicle occupants, we tend to take these protective measures for granted.  It’s thus easy to forget that motorcyclists and bicyclists aren’t likewise protected when they’re involved in a collision.  We recently brought you word of airbags meant for just these types… read more

Companies across the world continue to develop systems meant to improve safety along the roads.  Although many of these technologies are geared toward automobiles and their occupants, that isn’t always the case.  Yesterday we brought you news of a Swedish team that worked on an airbag that inflates around a bicyclist’s head when it senses… read more

The safety of bicyclists is receiving attention in the city of San Diego.  Earlier this week, the Land Use and Housing Committee approved a measure that would call upon city officials to prioritize bicycle safety and infrastructure improvements.  Now that the document has received the go-ahed from the committee, the Council will consider the matter. … read more

Violations of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act have prompted a judge to shut down a company based in Santa Fe Springs, California.  Until Titan Medical Enterprises gets its manufacturing practices in line with the requirements of the aforementioned act, they will not be able to produce or distribute dietary supplements and drugs.  Inspections… read more

Two, two and a half, and three foot wide versions of BlueStar gas-powered stainless steel wall ovens are being recalled by the Reading, Pennsylvania-based Prizer Painter Stove Works.  940 ovens are being recalled, and each was produced up until November 23 of last year and sold across the country from January 2008 through November 2012. … read more

This week is National Burn Awareness Week, and thus, it’s as good a time as any to warn citizens across California of the dangers posed by seemingly innocuous things within the home.  Kids are particularly at risk of sustaining a burn, and if you’re a parent, it’s important to take steps to keep your children… read more

The threat of a laceration has prompted a wide-ranging recall that could affect those persons who are into canning as a hobby.  If you fall into that category, then make sure you pay attention to the announcement. The Kent, Washington-based Progressive International announced the recall, which pertains to One Handed Jar Lifters.  These plastic and… read more