Tis the season for…scams? Unfortunately, impersonation scams increase around the holidays. You can keep your information safe by learning how to identify and avoid them. Keep reading to find out what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones from scams this holiday season. What is an Impersonation Scam? An impersonation scam is […]
Micromobility Devices Injuries Rise By 21%
Emergency departments have seen an increase in injuries due to the use of e-scooters and e-bikes over the past year. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that injuries associated with these and other micromobility devices increased by nearly 21 percent from 2021 to 2022. These types of injuries have continued to […]
Hyundai and Kia Recall: Engine Compartment Fire Risk
Nearly 3.4 Hyundai and Kia vehicles in the United States have been recalled due to risk of engine compartment fires. Owners are advised to park outdoors and away from buildings until the repairs are completed for their vehicles. The affected models have an anti-lock brake system module that may leak brake fluid internally, causing an […]
Is Another Airbag Recall on the Horizon?
Airbag inflators continue to make the news as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) calls for an immediate recall of 67 million airbag inflators. The inflators in question have a dangerous defect and the NHTSA cited at least nine incidents of airbags rupturing, leading to major injuries and deaths beginning in 2009. Seven of […]
Mislabeled Melatonin and the Dangers of Gummy Supplements
A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that many brands of melatonin gummies in the United States may contain up to 347% of the amount listed on the label. In the study, researchers tested 25 brands and found that 22 were improperly labeled. One contained no detectable melatonin and others […]
