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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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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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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Recognizing the Risk of Stomach Cancer during National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month
Throughout the year, various organizations dedicate certain months to increased efforts in raising awareness with regard to their causes. November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, according to NoStomachForCancer.org. According to information posted on NoStomachForCancer.org, stomach cancers are the fourth most common types of cancer in the world and are the second leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. An
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Fire Hazard Leads to Recall of Champion Power Equipment Portable Generators
Champion Power Equipment, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is recalling approximately 8,600 portable generators due to a fire hazard. The defective generators were sold exclusively at Costco stores across the nation. The CPSC has received 11 reports of fuel leaking from the portable generators, including eight reports of the generators catching fire.
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