New Study Shows Obese Drivers More Likely to Die in Auto Accidents
A new study suggests that a person’s weight might have an influence on the likelihood of that person surviving a vehicular accident. The study, which will be presented by the University of Buffalo in New York at Chicago’s Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, hinges on the fact that persons of normal weight utilize seat belts… read more
Peanut Presence Prompts Harry and David BBQ Almond Recall
Barbeque almonds are the latest item to get the recall treatment. The product in question is Harry & David Premium Kansas Style Barbeque Almonds. The items, which come in two ounce bags, may contain peanuts, an allergen that could cause allergic persons to have a severe reaction if they consume the product. 205 bags are… read more
Challenges Impede Mandatory Rearview Camera Ruling
Studies have shown that rear-view cameras can save a number of lives if they are installed on vehicles across the country, but when can we expect this to become commonplace? A new report discusses the benefits of such devices as well as difficulties that are preventing extensive installation. It quotes statistics which show that a… read more
Two More Grocery Chains Nix So-Called Pink Slime
Two more grocery chains have joined the ranks of those companies that are refusing to stock so-called “pink slime.” Strack & Van Til and WiseWay grocery chains are pledging to stop using the item, which is actually called lean finely textured beef, in response to numerous consumer concerns about the product. They will become part… read more
Alcohol Detection Systems in Cars Could Become Mandatory
In many states, it’s necessary for convicted drunk drivers to have ignition interlock devices installed in their cars. These devices require persons to blow into a tube that can detect the presence of alcohol on their breath. But lawmakers are looking to explore whether these items should become a requirement in all vehicles. The federal… read more
Cadillac XTS To Unveil the First Ever Vibrating Safety Seat
Car technology continues to improve in a bid to keep motorists safe. The 2013 Cadillac XTS, a full size sedan, will debut next month with a first of its kind safety feature: a safety seat. This technology has been designed to better alert the driver of a vehicle when an accident is about to occur…. read more
Texting While Driving Could Be Banned by South Carolina
This week, Pennsylvania became the latest state to put forth a law that makes it illegal to text while driving. And now another state is lining up to do that very same thing. The South Carolina House of Representatives voted 93-15 to make texting while behind the wheel a crime that carries a fine of… read more
Bedford Labs Recalls Three Lots of Leukemia Fighting Drug
A recall has been announced for an item that there’s already a shortage of thanks to a variety of other recalls. Bedford Laboratories out of Ohio has issued a voluntary recall for three lots of cytarabine. This is used in the treatment of leukemia, and is a particularly popular chemotherapy drug due to its irreplaceability… read more
Aveda Recalls Lash Abundance Boosting Serum
Aveda has become the latest company to voluntarily recall one of its products. This particular recall concerns their Lash Abundance Boosting Serum. The item was sold beginning February 12, 2012 in America, Canada, and Australia, and March 1 in Europe. However, it should be noted that samples were available for some time prior to that…. read more
Gore Brake Cables Recalled Due to Detachment Risk
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has initiated a recall on a certain number of bicycle brake cables used in road bikes. The product was manufactured by W.L. Gore and Associates, a company based out of Elkton, Maryland. Specifically, the recall affects by the GORE Ride On Low Friction System and Professional System. 9,900 units… read more
Recall: Design Direct Rooster Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazard
According to news sources, a recall has been issued for about 2,000 units of Living Traditions 21-inch Rooster Lamps after it was found that the product posed a fire or shock hazard. The company, Designs Direct, announced the recall in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission after it was discovered that the product… read more
Hurricane Style Lights Recalled Over Risk of Fire Hazard
Even though you may have just recently put away your Christmas ornaments, now comes a reason to dig them back out. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has reported that Nantucket Distributing Co. announced a recall of around 4,500 Hurricane Style Lights which were imported from China and sold at Christmas Tree Shops in the Midwest,… read more