• CPSC Warns Toddler Drownings Happen Quickly and Silently


• Children’s Metal Jewelry Sold at Limited Too and Justice Stores Recalled by Tween Brands Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

May 7 - CPSC Warns Toddler Drownings Happen Quickly and Silently
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports there are about 260 drowning deaths of children younger than 5 each year in swimming pools, and an estimated 2,725 children are treated annually in hospital emergency rooms for pool submersion injuries – mostly in residential pools. CPSC strongly advises that parents use layers of protection around the pool to prevent their children from becoming a drowning victim.

May 21 - Children’s Metal Jewelry Sold at Limited Too and Justice Stores Recalled by Tween Brands Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 103,000 pieces of Children’s Metal Jewelry. The jewelry contains high levels of lead which can cause adverse health effects and is toxic if ingested by young children.