Pets. They give us unconditional love. And we love them back. They are members of the family, and we treat them as such. We do our best to take care of them and feed them. However, with more than 100-million pets overweight or obese in…
Although 4th of July celebrations may look a bit different this year, it is still important to keep safety tips in mind. COVID-19 Precautions As communities begin to reopen, many are experiencing their first break from cabin fever in months. Unfortunately, the virus is still…
Lakeside Refrigerated Services has recalled nearly 43,000 pounds of ground beef shipped nationwide to various Walmart locations due to possible contamination with E. coli. The USDA announced that during routine testing, the possible contamination was discovered. All of the meat that has been recalled has…
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In February 2019, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Child Victims Act (CVA) into law. It amended the state’s previous laws to allow the following: Victims of child sexual abuse to file civil lawsuits against perpetrators or related organizations at any time up to…
It’s no surprise that Amazon is the largest online retailer in the world. It sells millions of products to consumers every day, and most of the time, buyers are happy with those purchases. Sometimes, though, the products consumers receive from Amazon are defective. Such was…
Sheltering in place may protect people from COVID-19, but it can also pose a higher risk for those in abusive relationships. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 10 million people per year are physically abused by an intimate partner in the U.S. Often…
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Due to school closings and extracurricular activities canceled as a result of COVID-19, kids are spending more time online via laptops, tablets, phones, and video games. They are logging on for classes, to play games, connect with friends, and just pass the time. However, in…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently issued a press release announcing the advancement of a possible new federal safety standard for crib bumpers. “The proposed rule would prohibit the sale of padded, pillow-like bumpers that fail to meet minimum airflow requirements,” the release…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced that Woom bikes is recalling about 5,500 bicycles due to potential fall and injury risks to the rider. The manufacturer has advised owners to immediately stop using the bikes and contact the firm for more information.…
The COVID-19 pandemic has me thinking about my family’s health and our interaction with the public in ways that I never have before. I know I’m not alone in having these feelings and concerns. Seemingly healthy people have started preparing for the worst and praying…
