4,532 Vehicles Recalled By Ford Over Windshield Visibility Issue
E-450, E-350, E-250, and E-150 vehicles of the 2011 model year are being recalled by the Ford Motor Company over concerns that visibility could be diminished. On 4,532 vehicles, there is a chance that a driver’s ability to view the road would be impeded due to bubbles within the windshield. This problem, which is apparently… read more
Eye Drops Recalled By Mentholatum Over Sterility Concerns
Various types of eye drops that were imported from Vietnam are being recalled by the Orchard Park, New York-based Mentholatum Company because of concerns about a potential lack of sterility. The recall affects Ice, Cool, Hydra, Arctic, and Relief eye drops under the Rohto brand. To determine if the items arrived from Vietnam, consumers are… read more
Don’t Let Your Wood-Burning Fireplace Endanger Your Home
Now that winter is in full swing, residents everywhere are likely wondering when the spring is going to get here and banish the cold weather. That may still be months away, so for now, it’s up to you to do what you can to stay warm within your residence. For many people, that will mean… read more
First Ever Google Glass Ticket Gets Tossed Out
A couple months ago, we related a situation widely reported in the media involving what seemed to be the first ever distracted driving ticket handed out to a person wearing Google Glass. At its most basic, Glass is a heads-up display that a person can wear over his or her face to access many of… read more
CDC Study Reveals Alcohol Risks Don’t Often Get Across
Alcohol can certainly be a danger in a number of circumstances, not the least of which is drinking and driving. While texting draws the brunt of media attention in the modern world, intoxication at the wheel still leads to its share of serious and often fatal automobile collisions around the country, and everyone who drinks… read more
Take Steps To Prevent A Home Invasion
A home invasion can be a traumatizing situation, and you certainly never want to be a part of one. Although it’s never possible to truly eliminate the danger, there are certain precautions you can take in order to protect yourself and your family from such an occurrence. A new report relates some tips from the… read more
Numerous Undeclared Drugs Prompt Recall Of Pro ArthMax Supplement
A dietary supplement called Pro ArthMax is being recalled by the Human Science Foundation because of the potential presence of a slew of undeclared substances that could prove hazardous to an individual’s health. An investigation by the Food and Drug Administration recently deduced that these products could contain Naproxen, Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Nefopam, Indomethacin, and Chlorzoxazone,… read more
14,000 Glacier Bay Medicine Cabinets Recalled By Anaheim Company
The Anaheim, California-based RSI Home Products has announced the recall of bathroom medicine cabinets under the Glacier Bay brand. There are four different models of cabinet impacted by the recall, adding up to a total of 14,000 affected products. The back panel or the mirror can be dislodged from the cabinets, and when they come… read more
300,000 GMC Sierras And Chevy Silverados Recalled Over Fire Risk
GMC Sierra and Chevy Silverado vehicles of the 2014 model year are being recalled by General Motors because of a possible overheating threat. Each of the 300,000 vehicles estimated to be affected by the recall could have a 5.3L or 4.3L engine. The overheating issue affects the exhaust and could be triggered when the vehicle… read more
Protect Yourself During Projects That Are Do-It-Yourself
Now that the holidays are over, many people have no excuse for continuing to put off those home remodeling plans that may have been on their radar for months. If such a do-it-yourself project is in the near future for you, you must make sure that you’re taking the proper precautions so that you and… read more
Acetaminophen Warning Issued In Light Of Perceived Risk At High Levels
Most people probably think nothing of popping a couple Tylenol when they’re suffering from a headache, and in small doses, there shouldn’t be a problem for most consumers. However, the Food and Drug Administration has grown increasingly concerned about what could occur if people take too much acetaminophen, the active ingredient, at any one time,… read more
FDA Urges Caution When Removing Warts
Have you had a pesky wart that you wanted to remove but didn’t want to have to go in to the doctor to do so? If so, then you might set your sights on the kind of over the counter products that are readily available in stores around the country. Unfortunately, these items could prove… read more