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Banning water beads would prevent more fatal injuries
Marketed towards kids, water beads are small colorful toys that grow in water. But they can cause serious harm to small children and even fatal injuries.
Food companies are failing to disclose allergens, putting people’s health at risk
In 2023, 154 foods were recalled because of unlabeled allergens. How can people protect their health and avoid foods that could trigger dangerous allergies?
Car companies are sneakily selling your driving data
Car companies are tracking drivers’ data and selling it to third-party data brokers — leaving their customers to suffer the consequences.
Apple AirPods are designed to die: Here’s what you should know
AirPods are nearly impossible to repair and their batteries are short-lived. Apple should design them to last.
New report reveals widespread presence of plastic chemicals in our food
Plasticizers pose serious threats to human health, and yet they’ve been found in a variety of foods — from fast food to baby food.
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Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG