Flint Michigan Turns to Legal Action for Accountability in Water Crisis
Water Crisis Hits Residents In Michigan. The city of Flint, Michigan is struggling with a water crisis that has exposed tens of thousands of residents to highly toxic lead in their tap water. The water is particularly dangerous to children, who may suffer irreversible problems including lower IQ, learning difficulties, and behavioral … [Read more...] about Flint Michigan Turns to Legal Action for Accountability in Water Crisis
Investigation of Surgical Device that Can Spread Uterine Cancer
Surgical Device Suspected Of Having Problems Under Probe. Last Friday, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) said it will investigate a surgical tool that was on the market for two decades before the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned it can spread uterine cancer. Twelve members of Congress wrote to the GAO last … [Read more...] about Investigation of Surgical Device that Can Spread Uterine Cancer
Members of Congress Call for Government Accountability
Congress Call For Government Accountability. Twelve members of Congress have written to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to ask the agency to investigate why a surgical tool used in gynecologic surgery was sold for two decades before the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued safety warnings about the device's … [Read more...] about Members of Congress Call for Government Accountability
Senator Pushes Accountability for Nonprofit Hospitals
Nonprofit Hospitals Hold Tax Exempt Status. Nonprofit hospitals could face more accountability for fulfilling their charitable missions under a new law Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) is thinking about introducing. Nonprofit hospitals hold tax exempt status in return for providing care at free or reduced care for those who … [Read more...] about Senator Pushes Accountability for Nonprofit Hospitals
Retailers to Face More Product Safety Accountability
CPSC Will Subject Retailers To Increased Product Safety. Following a year of record toy recalls and concerns over defective Chinese imports, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) will soon start subjecting retailers to increased scrutiny. Nancy Nord, acting chair of the commission, said yesterday that the change in … [Read more...] about Retailers to Face More Product Safety Accountability
