Fire Threat Prompts General Motors To 193,652 Vehicles
Two types of GMC Envoy and Chevy Trailblazer vehicles as well as SAAB 9-7x, Isuzu Ascender, and Buick Rainier vehicles of the 2006 and 2007 model years are being recalled by General Motors. A whopping 193,652 automobiles are potentially encompassed within the scope of the recall, which was issued once it was discovered that moisture… read more
Milk and Dark Raisins Recalled By See’s Candies Over Allergen Risk
Milk and Dark Raisins available in either eight ounce cellophane packages or in bulk are being recalled by the San Francisco-based See’s Candies because of the risk of an undeclared allergen. Available across the country, these products might contain traces of eggs or tree nuts without the label declaring as much. As a result, persons… read more
A Reminder About The Dangers of Hot Cars
Temperatures are going to keep rising around California, and with that in mind, we’d like to post a reminder about the danger posed by hot vehicles. It’s imperative that you don’t underestimate the hazardous situation created when a child is left in a vehicle in the sun. Even on relatively cool days, it might only… read more
Financial Elder Abuse Prevention Tips Offered Ahead of Awareness Day
In a new report, the Better Business Bureau and Western Union provide a series of safety tips designed to prevent financial abuse of the elderly by scammers. These types of abuse can cripple the financial resources of older individuals, and the tips provided are a great way to commemorate tomorrow’s designation as International Elder Abuse… read more
FDA Concerned About Medical Device Hacking
As medical devices become more and more complex, they also may become open to hackers looking to gain access to the device. Such is the fear of the Food and Drug Administration, which has just released a report to Congress seeking to stress the importance of cyber security. In particular, the FDA worries that oversights… read more
Lubbock, Texas Delays Texting Ban to Widen Its Reach
The City Council of Lubbock, Texas, was set to make an initial vote on a texting and driving ban yesterday, but the matter was pulled by the Mayor at the last minute. But instead of pulling it because she’s not in favor of the measure, she instead would like to see the ban expanded to… read more
1,253 Ram 3500 & 2500 Trucks Recalled By Chrysler Due to Crash Threat
1,253 Ram 3500 and 2500 Trucks of the 2013 model year are being recalled by Chrysler because of an issue with the premium headlamps available on these vehicles. The trucks are in danger of running afoul of the Federal Standard governing lamps and reflective devices because of a headlight shutter error that can take place… read more
Cedar Lake Heaters/Cookers Recalled By Texsport Over Fire Risk
The Houston, Texas-based Texsport has announced the recall of 325 propane heaters/cookers under the Cedar Lake brand. The affected products were sold around the country and online between May of last year and this past February. When a person flicks the switch that enables the unit to move between heater and cooker modes, a malfunction… read more
Avoid Common Summer Electrical Hazards
With warmer weather here to stay, many people are going to do whatever they can to seek solace from the heat. But an increase in the number of air conditioners on at any given time and people engaging in water-based activities can pose electrical shock hazards that must be understood and overcome. You can do… read more
FDA Developing Framework For Medical App Regulation
The burgeoning nature of the medical app industry is something that no one could have predicted ten years ago. As more and more hospitals and doctors across the country begin to adopt apps for a variety of purposes, the Food and Drug Administration is trying to come to terms with these new innovations and develop… read more
Prevent Drowning And Other Hazards While On a Boat
The summer brings more and more people out on the water, and thus it’s as good a time as any to explore the steps needed to encourage boat safety. Some tips from the the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency would thus be helpful to those who plan on taking a boat on the water anytime soon…. read more
Airbag Malfunction Prompts Recall of Millions of Automobiles
Because it affects millions of vehicles of various model types, we would like to remind consumers of a vehicle recall from a couple months ago necessitated because of a safety issue that could crop up because of an error affecting the airbag. The recall affects vehicles from General Motors, Honda, Toyota, and Nissan. The first… read more