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Parents urged to watch out for dangerous toys

If you'll be shopping this Friday or weekend, watch out for some of those toys which could be choking hazards to those small children. Although toy ... Read More »

Lead levels in children take center stage

Although the Chinese-made toy recall is pretty much a second-tier issue in the media at this time, kids that have a lower exposure to the lead amount ... Read More »

More lead paint recalls come from Chinese products

More bad news from China, as another round of recalls related to lead-based paint on toys has been announced. This time, more children's jewelry and ... Read More »

'Safe' lead levels still too high for kids, says expert

With all the recent hubbub on lead paint-containing toys being recalled and pulled from the marketplace, there is one expert who thinks that lead ... Read More »

Winnie the Pooh playsets recalled due to high lead levels

Oh now, here we go again. More toys are being recalled due to lead paint scares, and national retailer J.C. Penney has joined the fray now by ... Read More »

Protect your toddler from lead

Living in a old home has its perks -- lofty ceilings and plenty of charm. But since becoming a parent, and since my children are still so young, I've ... Read More »

Get the lead out -- of your house, that is

Living in a home that's nearly 100 years old has its perks -- high ceilings, amazing woodwork, and plenty of character. There are also some drawbacks: ... Read More »