New Report Exposes America’s Recall Crisis
According to a new report posted on cbs4indy.com, a year following the introduction of the "Sunshine in Product Safety Act," lawmakers appear to be failing to give the Consumer Product Safety Commission additional authority. The Sunshine in Product Safety Act, which Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut sponsored, would repeal a … [Read more...]
The FDA Postpones Hundreds of Drug Company Inspections
WASHINGTON, DC - A news report posted on nytimes.com reports that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has postponed conducting hundreds of drug company inspections due to the coronavirus. The FDA states that the agency is trying to guard its employees against the coronavirus. However, critics state the FDA's inspectors are … [Read more...]
Avoid Summer Accidents While At-Home with the Kids
The global COVID-19 pandemic has changed the lives of billions of people. As cases begin to surge once again, it is clear that many more people than usual will spend time at home with their children this summer. Parents must be aware of the dangers around the house and outside of the house that could injure or kill a child. … [Read more...]
Product Recalls Show No Sign of Slowing Down
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumer protection agencies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as well as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) continue to perform their primary function to promote and ensure the safety and reliability of foods, medicines, and consumer products despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Most … [Read more...]
Merck Asks Court to Hide Propecia Health Risks
Reuters opened an investigation into the devastating side effects of Propecia, the men’s hair loss prevention drug manufactured by Merck. Reuters explored the link between men taking Propecia, sexual dysfunction, and suicide. During its research of one case, in particular, Reuters stumbled on a problem that undermines … [Read more...]
Legal Restrictions on Releasing Dangerous Products Information
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – As reported online by www.news4jax.com, a Consumer Reports investigation uncovers legal restrictions that make it difficult for the government to share information with consumers about dangerous and potentially deadly products. A Consumer Reports investigation reveals that the United States Consumer Product … [Read more...]
Paintball Gun/Markers Recalled
About 1,400 BT SA-17 Paintball Gun/Markers have been recalled, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) just announced. The CPSC is advising consumers to stop using this recalled product and notes that it is illegal to resell or to attempt to resell an item subject to a product recall. The defective product was … [Read more...]
