In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, New Jersey residents gathered together in multiple locations to raise money for researchers and those coping with the disease during the 14th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer march. In an article posted on NJ.com, it was reported that six Making Strides walks occurred throughout New Jersey,
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More Than 7,000 Softimals Toy Playsets Recalled for Choking Hazards
In conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Infinitoy, Inc. has issued a recall of approximately 7,134 playsets after it was discovered that the products posed a choking/aspiration hazard for children. According to a CPSC report, the plastic hats on the playset figures featured in the Softimals Building Toy Playsets are the reason behind
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New Jersey Work Environment Council Finds Workers at High Risk of Chemical Exposure
A study released by the New Jersey Work Environment Council indicates that workers and communities within the State of New Jersey are at a high risk of being harmed in a toxic chemical disaster, despite efforts to reduce the odds of one happening. According to an article posted on NJ.com, the Council’s report indicates that there
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Ford, Toyota Issue Recalls Despite Government Shutdown
The recent government shutdown prevented various agencies from being able to report new product recalls, including those typically issued by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). However, that hasn’t prevented some vehicle manufacturers from announcing recalls on their own. According to Automarketing.com, Ford Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Sales USA have both issued recalls
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Research Finds Breast Cancer Treatment Link to New Jersey
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing increased focus on how cancer can and should be diagnosed and treated. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer survival rates are linked directly to New Jersey’s breast cancer treatment research. In an article posted on HNGN.com, it was noted that dozens of new breast cancer drugs have
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