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NEWS from CPSCU.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionOffice of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 30, 2007Release #08-054Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 264-3702CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908Connecticut Electric Recal...

 General Radon Information Radon is a carcinogenic gas that is hazardous to inhale. Build-up of radon in homes is a health concern and many lung cancer cases are attributed to radon exposure each year. About 12% of lung cancers > more than 22,000 Americans die of radon-related lung cancer each ye...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Thermador® Brand ...

  Asko Cylinda Recalls DW95 Series Dishwashers Due to Fire HazardWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediatel...

U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionOffice of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 7, 2007Release #07-207Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 758-1001CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908Thermador® Ceramic Cooktops Recalled by BSH ...

Swimming Pool Safety AlertEach year, about 250 children under 5 drown in swimming pools. In addition, the suction from drains in swimming pools and spas, under certain conditions, can entrap swimmers underwater. To help protect your family, be sure to take the following steps. Use Layers of Prote...

NEWS from CPSCU.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionOffice of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 16, 2007Release #07-190Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 607-6395CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908General Electric Media Contact...

Mold, Moisture, and Your Home Mold Basics The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.Why is mold gro...

 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is encouraging consumers to spring clean for safety. CPSC is launching the new "Drive to 1 Million" initiative. The goal: to sign up at least one million consumers to receive life-saving information electronically through CPSC's e-mail notificat...

NEWS from CPSCU.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionOffice of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 5, 2007Release #07-151Firm's Hotline: (800) 688-2575CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908NY Thermal Inc. Recalls to Repair Ga...