What's Dirtier? Cell Phone or Toilet Seat?
Created on 24-Aug-10 12:08.
Summary: This is pretty gross. But a new study out of the UK says cell phones are covered with up to 18 times more living bacteria than a toilet handle! The article below says “the study tested 30 mobile phones for levels of potentially harmful bacteria, or the total viable bacterial count (TVC). High TVC levels don’t pose any immediate harm, but usually indicate poor hygiene.”
Annual Campaign to Nab Impaired Drivers
Created on 23-Aug-10 13:33.
Summary: Nevada law enforcement agencies are already getting ready for Labor Day weekend. The Las Vegas Sun says local police departments will have extra officers looking for impaired drivers during the next two weeks and they will also be setting up checkpoints throughout the Valley.
How often do you check your tire pressure?
Created on 20-Aug-10 13:24.
Summary: Who can ever forget the Bridgestone-Firestone tire recall? It’s probably one of the most famous recalls in history and this month marks the 10-year anniversary. Below is an article from www.injuryboard.com that discusses how tire pressure is crucial to vehicle safety and how warnings in cars may still be inadequate.
Egg Recall Expanded
Created on 19-Aug-10 11:18.
Summary: According to the New York Times, the egg recall has been expanded. The Iowa based company that produces the eggs broadened its recall from 228 million to 380 million eggs on Wednesday after some of the company’s facilities were linked to an outbreak of salmonella that has sickened hundreds of people across the country.
Eggs Recalled after Salmonella Outbreak
Created on 18-Aug-10 16:43.
Summary: The Las Vegas Review-Journal says a nationwide outbreak of salmonella in eggs has sickened more than 250 people and led to a recall of more than 228 million eggs.
Unrestrained Dogs in Cars Pose Threat
Created on 18-Aug-10 11:48.
Summary: I have two dogs myself so I really found this interesting! A new study says nearly 60% of dog owners have driven while distracted by their pets as passengers. An article in the USA Today explains that the study also found that only 17% of dog owners ever use restraints while their pets are in the car, which could prevent their 4-legged friends from being a distraction.
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