Summer break is almost here, and that means bringing out the ice cream and having poolside fun with the kids. As you gear up for sun-soaked bonding sessions and playdates, it’s important to stay alert. Certain toys, pool accessories and other summer essentials can...
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Air fryers recalled for issue that can lead to fire, burns and cutting risks
While they’re not exactly new, air fryers exploded in popularity in recent years thanks to being a healthier, oil-free alternative to deep frying foods. But air fryers, like any electrical appliance, can still pose a fire risk, especially if they have manufacturing...
Millions of handheld garment steamers recalled due to burn risk
Garment steamers are incredibly useful devices that can help remove the most stubborn creases in clothes. But because they use hot steam to straighten cloth, they can be serious burn hazards if something goes wrong. That appears to be the case behind the latest recall...
Is it safer for desert residents to stay inside during high heat?
As a desert resident, you are no stranger to the sweltering heat that can make life unbearable during the summer months. Prolonged exposure to high heat and direct exposure to the sun can be hazardous, especially for the young, the elderly and those with chronic...
Experts warn weighted baby blankets and swaddles aren’t safe
Weighted blankets have become popular ways for adults to relieve anxiety and improve their sleep. It was only a matter of time before weighted blankets for babies hit the market. In theory, if they worked for restless adults, they could work for babies. However,...
Nearly five million portable blenders recalled over fire, laceration risks
Countertop blenders mix, crush and puree food using a rotating blade at the bottom of the jar. As effective as this blade is at cutting and mixing, it also makes the appliance dangerous if it detaches or breaks off mid-operation. The manufacturer BlendJet has recalled...
Safety regulator raises concerns about small magnetic balls in toys
Toys with small parts will always pose a choking hazard to children, but one recent federal notice has raised concerns about certain small parts that are even more dangerous than usual. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) posted an online notice warning...
Hair relaxer products linked to increased risk of uterine cancer
Thousands of Black women have filed lawsuits claiming that the hair relaxer products they’ve been using gave them uterine cancer. A new report has found that women have filed over 7,000 lawsuits since a U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) report in October 2022...
Toyota recalls over a million SUVs over unsecured batteries
No matter how small, a loose part left unchecked can lead to catastrophic failure for any mechanical device. This is the crux of the matter with Toyota’s latest recall, involving improperly secured batteries. The automaker is recalling about 1.9 million of its RAV4...
Mattresses recalled over mold exposure risk
Manufacturers recall their products for a variety of reasons. It might be due to a design flaw that makes the item dangerous or the product used the wrong labels. But sometimes, manufacturers recall a product for something that happened during manufacturing, making...