According to an article posted on USA Today.com, Toyota has initiated a worldwide vehicle recall for Prius hybrid vehicles due to steering system defects and/or water pump defects; 1,020,367 of these are being recalled in the U.S. The first set of recalled vehicles includes 669,705 model year 2004 to 2009 Priuses, which were manufactured from August
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Junior Woman’s Club Hosts Shopping Fundraiser to Benefit Cancer Stinks Foundation
The Junior Woman’s Club (JWC) hosted a shopping fundraising event in Westfield, New Jersey at St. Paul’s Church to benefit the Cancer Stinks Children’s Foundation, according to an article posted on the Westfield Patch. The JWC sold festive scarves, chocolate-covered treats, and totebags, and the 10-year-old President of Cancer Stinks, Nicholas Tarabokia, also attended. Nicholas had
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Approves New Infant Swing Standards
The CPSC has unanimously approved, with a 3-0 vote, a new mandatory federal safety standard to be implemented for infant swings in order to prevent injuries to and deaths of young children. Between 2009 and May 2012, there were 351 infant swing-related incidents, two of which resulted in death; 24 of the non-fatal incidents caused injuries. Infant
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Monessen Hearth Systems Recalls Fireplaces and Inserts Due to Fire Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the voluntary recall of approximately 15,000 Monessen Hearth Systems Signature Command™ Controlled Direct and B-Vent gas fireplaces and inserts due to the risk of fire. A control component in the inserts and fireplaces may prevent the unit from lighting even though the gas is on, presenting a fire hazard.
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Understanding the Impact of Lung Cancer During Lung Cancer Awareness Month
During the year, various organizations dedicate certain months to increase efforts in raising awareness for their causes. According to the Lung Cancer Alliance, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. While the fight against lung cancer is not limited to one month per year, the awareness month brings focus onto the impact of the disease and what
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