All articles tagged with #health and safety
Consumer Reports tested five popular chocolate protein powders and found all had low levels of lead, with most below safety concern thresholds, highlighting that safer manufacturing is possible despite industry-wide regulatory gaps and inconsistent heavy metal levels across products.
The FDA has issued a widespread recall of thousands of products, including Tylenol, Advil, Haribo candies, Welch's juice, and Purina pet food, due to contamination from rodent and bird droppings at a Minnesota distribution facility, posing health risks to consumers.
A Minnesota-based grocery distributor, Gold Star Distribution, has recalled hundreds of products sent to over 50 stores across Minnesota and nearby states due to unsanitary conditions at their Minneapolis facility, including rodent and bird droppings, which pose a risk of contamination, though no illnesses have been reported.
Despite a recall, dangerous products like ByHeart infant formula can remain on store shelves due to lapses in removal protocols, highlighting ongoing challenges in product safety enforcement and the importance of vigilance by retailers, regulators, and consumers.
Listening to music while driving can influence driving performance, with effects varying based on experience, volume, and music type. While familiar and calming music may help maintain alertness, loud or aggressive music can increase risks, especially for inexperienced drivers, by causing distraction and reducing reaction times.
The FDA has recalled products from Gold Star Distribution due to insanitary conditions at the facility, including rodent and bird feces, which pose serious health risks such as Salmonella and leptospirosis to consumers and animals. The recall affects a wide range of FDA-regulated products distributed across numerous stores, though no illnesses have been reported yet.
The article warns against relying on AI tools like ChatGPT for outdoor activity planning, such as tide times, highlighting incidents where incorrect AI information led to rescues and emphasizing the importance of consulting verified sources and local expertise for safety.
Multiple product recalls in Wisconsin include cheese contaminated with metal, dog food with plastic, mislabeled tamales, baby formula linked to infant botulism, and tomato soup with undeclared allergen, urging consumers to check their purchases and dispose of or return affected items for safety.
Foraging for wild food, especially mushrooms, can be rewarding but risky due to the potential for confusing edible and toxic varieties. Experts emphasize the importance of proper identification, knowledge, and legal considerations to avoid health hazards and environmental impact. Beginners are advised to start with simple, easily recognizable plants and seek guidance from experienced foragers to safely enjoy the benefits of wild foods.
The article provides expert-recommended snow shovels suitable for seniors, emphasizing ergonomic designs, lightweight options, and safety tips to prevent injuries during snow removal in winter.
Using brake cleaner containing tetrachloroethylene to clean metal before welding can produce phosgene gas when exposed to welding heat, which is highly toxic and can be fatal. Proper safety measures, including protective clothing, masks, and avoiding chemical misuse, are essential to prevent serious health risks.
A Reddit survey and expert opinions reveal common activities like ATV riding, riding in pickup beds, and not wearing seat belts as significant risks, highlighting the importance of awareness and caution in everyday behaviors to prevent injuries or fatalities.
Using the microwave safely involves understanding which materials are appropriate; glass and ceramic are generally safe, while plastics should be carefully chosen and damaged containers discarded. Metals are never safe in microwaves, and decorative or damaged containers can pose risks. Always look for microwave-safe labels and avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent accidents and chemical leaching.
The article shares crucial safety tips from first responders, emphasizing the importance of calling an ambulance for chest pain, using tourniquets for bleeding, learning self-Heimlich, pulling over for emergency vehicles, and not removing impaled objects, among other life-saving advice to avoid common mistakes during emergencies.
Neutrogena has recalled its Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing Towelettes due to bacterial contamination with P. gergoviae, which can cause severe infections in vulnerable individuals. The recall affects products sold in several states and was classified as a Class II risk by the FDA, indicating potential for temporary health effects. The company stated the recall was out of caution and no other products are affected.