YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - Nursery Safety
Remember to follow instructions carefully when assembling kids toys, furniture, and displays.
AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Virginia doctor wakes to find bat trying to crawl into her mouth — and her response is a lesson for every homeowner
A Richmond, Virginia, gastroenterologist woke from a dead sleep to find a bat physically pushing between her lips, and because she knew exactly what to do next, her story doubles as a public-health warning worth hearing. Dr. Krista Edelman was asleep in her home when something at her mouth jolted her awake. She reached up […] The post Virginia doctor wakes to find bat trying to crawl into her mouth — and her response is a lesson for every homeowner appeared first on American Almanac .
A Richmond, Virginia, gastroenterologist woke from a dead sleep to find a bat physically pushing between her lips, and because she knew exactly what to do next, her story doubles as a public-health warning worth hearing. Dr. Krista Edelman was asleep in her home when something at her mouth jolted her awake. She reached up and touched what she described as something "slimy and a little hairy and cool." It was a bat, and it was not just resting on her face. Edelman shared the account on Instagram , where the post gained wide attention. Her description left little room for ambiguity: "This bat was legitimately trying to burrow between my lips into my mouth, trying to get past my teeth. I grabbed this bat and I threw it across the room and…Open
NYTIMES (Ryley Ober) - What to Know About Hiking in Areas Prone to Flash Floods
Canyons, small streams and dry creek beds in the West can be deceptively dangerous, trapping hikers when rainfall upstream causes rapidly rising water.
YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - Squishy toys with water beads can be dangerous
Parents - if your kids have squishy toys with water beads, be aware that these toys can be dangerous. Never leave squishy toys in a hot car or heat them in a microwave or anywhere else. Keep them cool. #squishy #squishytoy #parenting
YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - The dangers of squishy toys
Squishy toys — including popular animal, food, and character-shaped squeeze toys — are widely sold through online marketplaces, social media, discount stores, and other retailers. CPSC is aware of fake and counterfeit versions that do not comply with federal safety requirements for children’s toys, including requirements addressing water beads, small parts, lead, phthalates, and other hazardous substances. Videos shared online may depict the toys expanding, changing texture, or bursting when heated. These demonstrations are dangerous and should never be attempted or imitated. What to Do if a Burn Occurs - Immediately place the affected skin under cool running water for at least 20 minutes. Gently wash the area with mild soap to…
YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - Back to School Safety Tips
Back to School Safety Tips - New school supplies? Check with CPSC.gov/Recalls to make sure you're safe for school!
NEWSNATIONNOW (Zach Kaplan) - Bought recalled food? What to know about preventing salmonella spread
Here's what you can do to ensure your home remains happy and healthy in these uncertain times.
YOUTUBE (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) - Safety Tip of the Week: Tiny Battery. Huge Problem. #cpsc #consumersafety
Button batteries are found in many everyday products and can pose serious hazards if swallowed. Store batteries securely, keep them away from children, and dispose of used batteries properly. #ButtonBatterySafety #ChildSafety #ProductSafety #ReesesLaw #SafetyTips
DAILYCALLER (Harold Hutchison) - Social Media Video Shows Why Proper Technique Matters With Guns
‘The actual cause of the problem seems to be more silly’
NYTIMES (Katrina Miller) - What to Know About Europe’s Total Solar Eclipse: Where to See It and How to Watch Safely
We’re answering some questions about the solar eclipse on Aug. 12, and providing a place for you to ask more of them.