Accident & Injury News

Car Seats Dangerous Outside of Vehicles	October 2009
Improper use sends children to emergency room.
Bicycle Injuries on the Rise, According to New Study	October 2009
Serious injuries to the head, chest, and organs reported.
Back to School Safety	September 2009
Tips for buses, playgrounds, and more.
FDA to Reconsider BPA Safety	August 2009
Ruling expected in November.
Improving Home Safety for Older Adults	July 2009
Ways to keep elderly safe in their homes.
Study Reveals Dangers of Walkers and Canes	July 2009
They injure over 47,000 elderly each year.
Zicam Products May Damage Sense of Smell	June 2009
FDA has received 130 reports from consumers.
Most Bankruptcies Stem from Medical Bills	June 2009
Affects people with and without insurance.
"Natural" Supplements: Know the Dangers	May 2009
Experts offer safety advice to consumers.
Formaldehyde Linked to Common Cancers	May 2009
Chemical found in many everyday products.
Face Paints Recalled After Skin Reactions	May 2009
Children experience rashes, swelling, itchiness.
Hydroxycut Products Linked to Liver Damage Says FDA	May 2009
Manufacturer recalls several products, one death reported.
Pets Lead To Thousands of Fall Injuries Each Year	March 2009
Over 86,000 people have to get medical treatment.
Lawsuits Claim Fleet Phospho-soda Caused Kidney Damage	March 2009
Plaintiffs say company promoted dangerous use of product.
Many Homes Have Dangerous Levels of Lead	February 2009
40% have levels that can cause health problems.
Energy Drinks Linked to Caffeine Poisoning	January 2009
Vomiting, shaking, and other effects reported.
FDA Warning on Weight Loss Pills	December 2008
Unapproved pills pose serious risk.
Unintentional Injuries Kill 830,000 Children Each Year	December 2008
Road accidents and drowning cause the most deaths.
Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters	October 2008
Advice on kids' costumes, candy, and more.
Protect Yourself from Common Sources of Lead Exposure	October 2008
Low levels of lead can have serious health side effects.
Supplements Linked to Over 600 Adverse Events	September 2008
Sold without proof of safety or effectiveness.
Pittsburgh Doctor Debates Cell Phone Safety	September 2008
Says studies show cell phones linked to cancer.
Halloween Costume Safety Tips	September 2008
Prevent injuries and accidents.
CPSC Issues Baby Safety Month Tips	September 2008
Provides home and nursery safety tips.
Cheerleading Causes Catastrophic Injuries	August 2008
Sport has become more physically demanding.
Cancerous Ingredient Found in Potato Chips	August 2008
Chemical must be reduced in several brands.
Artificial Hip Sockets Fail to Ease Pain	July 2008
Injuries from surgery require more treatment.
Cell Phones May Lead to Cancer	July 2008
UPMC doctor releases health advisory.
Medical Mistakes in Western PA	July 2008
Errors occur at every area hospital.
Fourth of July Fireworks Can Lead to Injury	July 2008
Sent thousands to the emergency room last year.
Don't Be Blind to Eye Injuries	July 2008
Injury to eyes can happen at home.
FDA Issues Warning on False Cancer Cures	June 2008
Products can be dangerous to patients' health.
Dangers of Golf Carts Brought to the Fore	June 2008
Thousands suffer from injuries every year.
Mercury in Dental Fillings Hazardous	June 2008
May pose health risk to children and babies.
Young Adults Injured in Bunk Bed Accidents	June 2008
Injuries from falls can require hospitalization.
Multivitamins May Be Dangerous	May 2008
Studies show risks from supplements.
EPA Wants Tougher Lead Standards	May 2008
Public health and safety at risk.
Food Manufacturing Raises Health Concerns	April 2008
Process reforms are suggested for safety.
Children's Sports Summer Safety Warning	April 2008
Outdoor activities pose injury risks.
Playgrounds Injure Children	April 2008
Over 200,000 ER visits a year.
Is Organic Baby Food Safe?	April 2008
Additives raise safety concerns.
Herbal Dietary Supplements Recalled	April 2008
Ingredients pose serious health risks.
Stonyfield Farm Yogurt Recall	April 2008
Glass & plastic fragments found.
Adverse Reactions to Dietary Supplement	April 2008
Negative side effects of Total Body Formula.
Pain Lingers One Year After Injury	March 2008
Accidents can have long-term effects.
Elderly Injured in Slip and Falls	March 2008
Growing concern for senior citizens.
Injury from Denture Cleansers	March 2008
Persulfates lead to reactions.
Pills Found in PA Frozen Fish	March 2008
1,000 cases of Gorton's recalled.
Ice Cream Recalled in Western PA	February 2008
Due to undeclared peanut allergen.
Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella	January 2008
Smaller ones spread bacteria.
Amusement Parks Lack Safety Standards	December 2007
No official rules in place to prevent injury.
Dangerous Popcorn Chemical Removed	December 2007
Producers take diacetyl out of the recipe.
Holiday Decoration Home Dangers	November 2007
Put safety first this holiday season.
Is Your Child at Risk for Lead Poisoning?	October 2007
Lead paint in older homes threatens safety.
Escalators Hurt Kids in Crocs Clogs	September 2007
Soft shoes may easily catch on steps.
Food Additives Increase Hyperactivity	September 2007
Additives may cause children to act out.
Chemical May Cause Popcorn Lung	September 2007
Food additive linked to lung disease.
Dorm Room Fire Warning	August 2007
Students are at risk for serious fires.
Tips to Avoid Back-to-School Injuries	August 2007
Safety for the playground and beyond.
Accidental Death Rates Rise	June 2007
New report shows alarming statistics.
MRI Dye Causes Serious Skin Condition	June 2007
Kidney patients may contract rare disease.
'Tis the season to beware of dangerous toys	November 2006
The U.S. PIRG 21st-annual toy safety survey.
Keep safety in mind while holiday shopping	November 2006
Toy safety tips to use while shopping for the holidays.
Have a safe Halloween	October 2006
Safety tips for Halloween.
Back-to-School Safety	August 2006
Safety tips for the back-to-school season.
Prevent an unnecessary head injury: Wear a helmet	August 2006
Helmet reminder for back-to-school safety.
Lighting fireworks can be dangerous and deadly	June 2006
10,800 emergency room visits from fireworks in 2005.
Summer's here: Protect your kids at the pool	May 2006
Each year, around children under age five drown in pools.
Baby jumpers recalled	June 2005
Piece of clamp can break resulting in injuries.
Recalled exercise benches can collapse	July 2005
Nautilus workout bench could be dangerous.
Children's folding chairs recalled	June 2005
2 million chairs could cause severe cuts.
Pool safety alert	May 2005
Death and injury are preventable with safety steps.
Summer safety at a glance	July 2005
Things to keep in mind while outdoors this summer.
Trampoline safety tips	July 2005
Over 89,000 emergency room trampoline visits in 2004.
Dangerous trees and the law	May 2005
Neglecting dangerous trees might cost you money.