Turkey Fryers Have Caused $15 Million in Property Damage and Killed People. Is Yours Safe?
Outdoor turkey fryers have become a popular Thanksgiving tradition — and a consistent source of serious fires, burns, and deaths every November. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that outdoor turkey fryers that use cooking oil pose serious hazards including fires, burns, and the risk of splattering or tipping boiling oil. CPSC data […]
CDC: About Whooping Cough
Key points What it is Whooping cough is a respiratory illness caused by a type of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. The disease is only found in humans. Whooping cough bacteria attach to the cilia (tiny, hair-like extensions) that line part of the upper respiratory system. The bacteria release toxins (poisons), which damage the cilia and cause airways […]