Two of this week's recalls involved faulty batteries or battery connections in toy boats and headsets, which created fire hazards. And sadly, the death of a baby boy in Brooklyn prompted the recall of a convertible crib with mesh sides.
New salmonella warning over microwaving raw frozen chicken entrees
USA Today
The U.S. Department of Agriculture once again is warning consumers to read the label when cooking frozen chicken entrees amid the fourth salmonella outbreak in four years linked to raw frozen entrees.
There have been 34 cases this year of salmonella food poisoning in at least 12 states from eating undercooked chicken.
In each case, consumers thought breaded or pre-browned frozen chicken entrees were cooked, but they were raw. Read more ...
We've written about this hazard before and recommend using a thermometer to make sure any chicken you eat is thoroughly cooked to an interior temperature of 165 degrees.
EPA tightens limit on airborne lead
USA Today
Three decades after removing lead from gasoline, the Environmental Protection Agency is slashing the amount of the toxic metal that will be allowed in the nation's air by 90 percent. EPA officials, under a federal court order to set a new standard by midnight Wednesday [10/22], said the limit would better protect public health, especially for children. They can inhale lead particles released from smelters, mines and waste incinerators and ingest it after it settles on surfaces. Read more ...
Another melamine recall: Koala's March creme-filled cookies
The Chicago Tribune
Lotte USA is recalling Koala's March creme-filled cookies from U.S. shelves because they were made in China and may be contaminated with melamine. The Battle Creek, Michigan-based company says it's not aware of any illnesses associated with the products. Read more ...
Decades later, concerns about U.S. drinking water still exist
Consumer Reports Home blog
In 1974, Consumer Reports published a three-part series titled "Is the Water Safe to Drink?" Thirty-four years later, cleaning up the nation's water supplies remains a work in progress. Read more ...
Are chemicals in your cosmetics putting you at risk?
Consumer Reports Health blog
If you've ever tried to decode the ingredients list on a cosmetic product, you know it can be difficult to decipher. But since some of those products contain ingredients that might not be so good for you, knowing what to steer clear of can help. Read more ...
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