Air bag manufacturer Takata has issued a new recall involving air bags that were built with non-azide driver inflators (NADI). This is separate from the ongoing air bag inflator recalls that affect over 41 million vehicles. What’s Going On? The issue with the recalled air bags is that defective inflators could explode, or cause the […]
Celebrate the Holidays Safely
From decorations to roasted turkey, holiday hazards lurk among some of our favorite traditions. In this article, we’re sharing tips for celebrating the holidays safely with every member of your household, from pets to elder relatives. Holiday Decorations Decorating for the holidays is a great way to add some light and seasonal fun to your […]
What You Need to Know About Vaping Lung Injury
It’s hard to miss the news about vaping related fatalities. Hundreds of illnesses and at least twelve fatalities have been reported around the US. In many cases, the individuals who died were in their 20s or 30s, like this case reported in southern Indiana. The Indiana State Department of Health is currently investigating at least […]
What You Need to Know About Pesticides Like Roundup
Last month, a jury in San Francisco, CA ordered Monsanto to pay $289 million in damages to a man who developed cancer after years of using Roundup (a popular weed killer) in his role as a school groundskeeper. You’ve likely been seeing Roundup and parent company Monsanto in the news a lot lately, and you […]
Safe Sleeping for Infants: Inclined Sleeper Recalls
Fisher-Price, Dorel Juvenile Group USA, and Kids II are among the companies who have recalled inclined and rocking sleepers for infants in the past year. Infant fatalities have occurred in these sleepers, most frequently when the infants rolled from their backs to their stomachs or sides while unrestrained. Creating a safe sleep environment for infants […]
