Study Explains Low Effectiveness of Flu Shots
The notoriously low effectiveness of the seasonal flu vaccine is likely caused by problems with the way the virus is grown in chicken eggs, according to a study by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute.
Halloween Buckets Are Why Laundry Pods Are Still a Problem
Tide Pods orange laundry buckets are made for detergent, not Halloween candy.
CDC Recommends Shingrix Shingles Vaccine
The American federal health system has recommended a new shingles vaccine called Shingrix® made by GlaxoSmithKline.
Fisher-Price Recalls Soothing Motion Seats
Fisher Price is recalling about 65,000 bounce seats for babies because the motor can overheat and catch on fire.
Allred Urges Settlement Fund for Weinstein Sex Abuse
Attorney Gloria Allred urged The Weinstein Co. to establish a "substantial" settlement fund to compensate sex abuse victims of the company's co-founder, Harvey Weinstein.
Samsung J7 Phone Explodes on Jet Airways Flight
It was a close call for nearly 120 people on board a Jet Airways airplane when a Samsung J7 mobile phone exploded mid-flight in India. The airplane landed safely after the crew put out the fire.
Over 500,000 Wind-Up Musical Toys Recalled
Over half a million wind-up musical stuffed animals were recalled after 6 reports of the wind-up handle breaking off, posing a choking hazard for children.
Spicely Organics Tarragon Recalled for Salmonella Risk
A recall has been issued for Spicely Organics Tarragon after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Diono Recalls Over 500,000 Car Seats for Injury Risk
Over 500,000 Diano child car seats have been recalled because they may not adequately protect children from injuries in car accidents.