When you think about it, using high heat to remove wrinkles and creases from clothes sounds pretty dangerous. But most modern clothes irons are safe and effective to use. However, a manufacturer has recently issued a recall of its electric steam irons over the risk...
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Smart bassinets with white noise features can damage babies’ hearing
It can be difficult to get babies to sleep. Newborn children are especially sensitive, so even the slightest irritants such as bright lights, changes in temperature and unchanged diapers can disturb their slumber. One method for parents to get their babies to calm...
Three types of product defects that may lead to liability claims
Product liability claims arise when consumers are harmed by defective products. Understanding the types of defects that can lead to such claims is crucial for consumers seeking justice and companies aiming to ensure the safety of their products. Here, we delve into...
Food manufacturers recall fruit pouches over lead contamination
Fruit pouches are convenient snacks for babies three years and under. The fruit and vegetable purees are easy enough to consume by babies and allow even the pickiest of eaters to enjoy their greens. Parents would think these pouches only contain safe and healthy...
3 ways to ensure toys are safe for kids
Seeing your child’s eyes light up after handing them a new and exciting toy is priceless. Naturally, you want them to enjoy your gift, not to suffer harm because of it. However, not all toys for kids are risk-free. As a parent, keeping an eye on potentially dangerous...
5 signs of medical gaslighting
When you have something going on with your health, you expect your medical provider to treat your concerns with respect and compassion – not dismiss or downplay them. Unfortunately, medical gaslighting isn’t uncommon. Medical gaslighting involves a healthcare provider...
Can someone with epilepsy become a licensed trucker?
Epilepsy, a neurological condition known for causing repeated seizures, can raise doubts about whether someone can get a commercial driver's license. This concern is particularly significant for those aiming to become truckers, given their long hours on the road. When...
Locked-in Syndrome: The impact of handoff failures
There's a significant role that doctors and others in health care need to fill. They need to give their patients the best treatment from when they arrive until they leave. The duty involves more than identifying and treating health problems. For doctors, it also...
Electric skateboard recalled after causing injuries and deaths
Personal mobility devices such as Segways and “hoverboards” were all the rage in 2015 and 2016. They may not be as popular as they once were years ago, but some people still swear by their personal mobility devices. All this, despite issues that plagued the...
5 unsafe practices when driving with your pet
Any distraction that takes your focus off the road, no matter how endearing, can be fatal. Sometimes, you do not even have to look further or think deeply to lose your driving concentration. All it takes is a moment of reaching for your pet to figure into a tragic...