Warning: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard with Camping Equipment
Camping season brings millions of Americans into the outdoors — but one invisible, odorless killer follows them right into their tents and campers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning from camping equipment is a serious and deadly hazard. From 2006–2010, CPSC is aware of at least 26 people […]
Coffee Connexion Co. Recalls Alfredo Sauce In 41 States Over Salmonella Risk — Elevated To FDA’s Most Serious Recall Classification
The Coffee Connexion Co. of Tennessee is voluntarily recalling 913 cases of Alfredo sauce sold in 41 states after the FDA determined the product contains dry milk powder from California Dairies, Inc., which was recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall was classified by the FDA as Class I on June 4 — the […]
Don’t Swim with Shocks: Electrical Safety In and Around Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs
Every summer, millions of Americans cool off in pools, spas, and hot tubs — but few are aware of a silent, invisible danger lurking in the water. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that electricity and water are a deadly combination, and since 2002, CPSC is aware of 33 fatalities involving electrocutions in […]
Kidisle Recalls 17,600 Coffeemakers Sold On Amazon, Walmart, And eBay Over Hot Liquid And Steam Burns
Kidisle has recalled approximately 17,600 Kidisle hot and iced coffee machines after the coffeemakers were found to become clogged internally, causing hot liquid or steam to build up and release unexpectedly during use — scalding users or anyone nearby. The recall was announced June 11, 2026. The CPSC is aware of at least 107 reports […]
CDC: About Andes Virus
Key points Overview Andes virus is a type of hantavirus spread by rodents in South America and, less commonly, by other infected people. The rodents that carry Andes virus have not been found in the United States. It can cause a severe respiratory disease in people, called Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS). Andes virus is the only type […]
Water Beads: A Danger to Young Children & Can Be Deadly if Swallowed
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has heard heartbreaking stories from parents whose children ingested water beads and suffered severe consequences, including grave internal injuries, lifelong health impacts, and death. From 2016–2022, there were an estimated 7,800 emergency room visits associated with water beads, and CPSC is aware of at least one death. What […]
Honda Recalls 880,514 Pilots, Ridgelines, Passports, And Acura MDXs Over Road Salt Corrosion That Can Cause Rear Suspension Failure
American Honda Motor Co. has recalled 880,514 Honda and Acura vehicles after the rear subframe was found to corrode at suspension mounting points when exposed to road salt — weakening the attachment points for rear suspension components and potentially causing them to fracture and fail while driving. The recall was announced June 4, 2026, under […]
Beware! Airborne Beach Umbrellas Can Kill
Every summer, beach umbrellas become unintended weapons. Wind gusts on crowded beaches have sent beach umbrellas flying, resulting in lacerations, impalements, and even death. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging beachgoers to take this hazard seriously and follow updated safety guidance. A New Safety Standard Is Now in Place A voluntary safety […]
Clover Hill Dairy Recalls Soft Ricotta And Requeson Cheese In Six States Over Listeria Outbreak
Clover Hill Dairy LLC of Mechanicsville, Maryland, has recalled all of its Soft Ricotta/Requeson cheese products after eight people were infected with Listeria monocytogenes in a multistate outbreak linked to the cheese — one of whom has died. The recall was announced early June 2026. Clover Hill Dairy has ceased all production and distribution, and […]
CDC: About Hantavirus
Key points Overview Hantaviruses can infect and cause serious disease in people worldwide. People get hantavirus from contact with rodents like rats and mice, especially when exposed to their urine, droppings, and saliva. It can also spread through a bite or scratch by a rodent, but this is rare. Hantaviruses cause two syndromes. Hantaviruses found […]