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Chinese-made Toy Beads Recalled
A chemical in Aqua Dot beads caused children who swallowed them to become comatose. Where to turn if you have this toy at home, and ways to keep toddlers safe
Baby Seat Safety
If you're planning to buy a baby chair for your infant, choose carefully. Bouncer seats, exersaucers, baby swings, play pens and high chairs all carry potential risks.


Contributing Articles in Consumer Alerts/Product Recalls

Auto Maker Toyota Recalls the Prius
Toyota recalls another auto. The Prius falls under scrutiny this time. Learn about the recall and how it affects you.
Is Cadmium Legal in Children's Jewelry?
In response to outrage over reports of toxic levels of cadmium in children's jewelry sold by major retailers, legislators scramble ban unsafe products from the market.
Toyota Recall for Sticking Gas Pedal
Toyota has announced a recall of recent model year vehicles to repair accelerator pedals in many of their car models. The pedals may stick in cars without floor mats.
Concerns Prompt OSRAM SYLVANIA to Issue Recall
Portable Nightlight recalled by OSRAM SYLVANIA Products Incorporated because of documented cases of breaking. Open parts could result in shock if touched.
Children's Product Recalls
Three recent children's product recalls show the importance of being aware of recalls and knowing how to pick safe products and toys.
USPS Closings- Possible Post Office Closure List
Postal Regulatory Commission announced possible USPS closings. Learn how to find out if a post office is being closed & get the list of potential postal service closures.
Identity Theft - A Growing Danger
With the economy at an all-time low, it's even more important to protect yourself against identity thieves.
Arthritis Caused by Toxins in Mattress Materials
Systemic poisoning induced via many avenues can result in a myriad of agonizing symptoms the average doctor has no way of determining, unless his patients can tell him.
Is Ticketmaster Taking Advantage?
Ticketmaster is under fire for its suspicious sales practices and affiliations with sister companies like TicketsNow.
What to Do During a Product Recall
Consumers need not feel helpless when a product they have bought is the subject of a recall. There are steps they can take to protect themselves and their loved ones.
DTV 2009 Transition Away from Analog TV
Digital TV will replace analog TV during the DTV 2009 transition on February 17, 2009.
Chinese Tires Recalled
More than 250-thousand Chinese-made tires are being recalled as unsafe because they lack an important safety feature that prevents treads from separating.
Mattel Toy Recall
Mattel is just the latest American company to announce a recall of products outsourced to China. The danger this time is lead paint on children's developmental toys.

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