Sales of Peloton equipment, including both stationary bikes and treadmills, have taken off during the pandemic. According to the Associated Press, New York-based Peloton Interactive, Inc., brought in $1 billion in revenue during the final three months of 2020 – more...
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Month: April 2021
Is there asbestos in my home?
Depending upon the age of your home, the answer may well be yes. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber with heat-resistant properties that was widely used in construction and consumer products for years. Although it is less common in newer construction, it...
Johnson & Johnson sets aside $3.9B to settle talc suits
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson now has set aside $3.9 billion to settle lawsuits over use of its popular talc-based baby powder containing asbestos. That far exceeds the $400 million the company put aside to settle these lawsuits in 2019. Number of suits...
Study: DDT exposure affects granddaughters’ breast cancer risk
The insecticide DDT was developed in the 1940s to fight insect-borne diseases such as typhus and malaria. In 1972, the United States banned DDT. It is known to be an endocrine disrupter, meaning that it interferes with hormones and development. Although it was banned,...
Will self-driving cars really reduce accident rates?
When manufacturers introduced self-driving technology in cars, safety experts felt it could be a game changer. They expected the technology could greatly reduce the number of accidents on U.S. roadways. However, according to a 2020 study from the Insurance Institute...
How do you reach a BAC of 0.08%?
Unlike most liquids or food, alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream. This is why it might not take long for alcohol to impair your senses – and why your blood alcohol content (BAC) is also such a significant factor if you face charges of driving under the influence....
Furniture tip-overs are still killing kids; anchors aren’t enough
Let’s be clear: if you buy a set of bookshelves or a substantial piece of furniture, consider installing wall anchors to the furniture. Wall anchors can help prevent heavy furniture from falling over onto young kids, which can be deadly. The problem is that anchoring...