The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention join Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco), in warning consumers not to consume Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese (Costco item 40654), as this cheese may be associated with an outbreak of E.coli O157:H7 infections. The cheese was available for sale, and free […]
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Megapops recalled; check your kids halloween bags
You might want to sort through that stash of Halloween candy before the big night, and of course, check what the kids bring home. Manufacturer Colombina is recalling certain lots of their Mega Pops lollies because they may contain traces of metal. The pops came in 14-oz and 28-oz bags, with watermelon, cherry, orange, and […]
Nissan announces recall of 2 million vehicles
Nissan Motor announced it is recalling 2.14 million vehicles worldwide for an ignition problem that may stall the engine. The recall includes the popular March and Mycra subcompacts. This is the third-largest recall ever. According to Nissan Motor to date no accidents have been reported that are suspected of being caused by the defect. The […]
Preventing Halloween Costume and Decoration-Related Injuries
There is nothing scary about preventing Halloween-related injuries. By taking a few simple safety precautions when selecting costumes and Halloween decorations, consumers can prevent burn, fall and laceration injuries. Parents who make their kids’ costumes can send off their little ghosts, goblins and superheroes safely by using inherently flame-resistant fabrics, such as polyester and nylon. […]
