A report three years ago that came out of Portland State University revealed that there were previously unknown forms of formaldehyde in the vapor of e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes are handheld electronic devices that create the feeling of smoking tobacco, though they do not contain tobacco. E-cigarette use is sometimes called “vaping.” Recently, the original scientists reviewed their findings and discovered that the formaldehyde risks were even higher than they thought. It turns out that e-cigarette vapors can [...]

Babies and young children are our most vulnerable consumers. Parents and caregivers trust manufacturers and retailers to sell baby products that are safe. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning to parents, manufacturers, and retailers to stop using and selling teething products that contain benzocaine because they can pose a serious threat to children’s lives. Teething babies and children go through a great deal of discomfort from swelling and inflammation on [...]