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• Flour Tortillas Recalled

  Rick Patterson | November 17, 2007 8:05 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc. of Chicago announced a recall of its flour tortillas due to health risks. Children in a local school experienced vomiting, nausea and cramps, and it is believed their illness was a result of ingesting contaminated tortillas. These products have been distributed nationwide. State officials have said that they do not believe this involves microbial contamination. Del Rey...

• Drug Feared to be Defective Will be Phased Out

  Rick Patterson | November 14, 2007 7:01 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the drug maker has agreed to a marketing suspension of Trasylol. It has come to the attention of the FDA that a Canadian study suggests there is an increased risk of death to the patient with the use of the drug. Trasylol is what is known as an antifibrinolytic drug. Antifibrinolytic drugs help slow the breakdown of blood clots...

• How to Avoid Car Crashes

  Rick Patterson | November 12, 2007 7:12 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Dean Voelker, has an idea. He has worked of that idea for the past 17 years. He feels he has perfected the automobile headlight that will significantly reduce automobile crashes. He has invented and patented a new brake light system that lights up proportionately to how much force the driver is exerting on the brake pedal. "When you step lightly, it lights up only the middle of the light. The...

• Dog Bite Prevention Education

  Rick Patterson | November 04, 2007 6:37 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Dog bites are a serious concern for people, particularly for children. Often dog bites occur because the people interacting with dogs need education regarding that interaction and how to keep it fun and free of danger.England's leading behaviourist Kiran Brice, premotes educational course focusing on interacting with dogs safely. Brice said " We are seeing quite a lot of young dogs having...

• Recalled Products on the Rise

  Rick Patterson | October 28, 2007 6:27 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  From pet food to toothpaste to toys with excessive amounts of lead, the list of recalled products seems endless. In the last 40 years alone "more than 390 million cars and other vehicles have been recalled, as have 46 million tires, 66 million pieces of motor vehicle equipment, and 42 million child safety seats." China in particular has been in the spotlight due to an excessive amount of...

• Dog Safety Sought by Apple Valley Residents

  Rick Patterson | October 21, 2007 6:39 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  The City Council of Apple Valley will hear the first reading of the new ordinance pertaining to dog safety in the community and may approve it as early as October 25, 2007. The new ordinance allows for a more detailed description of what is meant by "proper enclosure." It also bans dangerous dogs from all areas of the city except industrial zones. "A truly dangerous dog is not something we want...

• Campbell Soup Company Announces Recall

  Rick Patterson | October 14, 2007 6:13 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Campbell Soup Company has announced that they are recalling some of 18.8 ounce cans of "Campbell's Chunky" Baked Potato with Cheddar & Bacon Bits. The recall is due to the fact that the soup may contain pieces of hard plastic. Consumers have reported injuries in and around the mouth. Other than this particular product, no other recalls have been announced by Campbell Soup Company of late. There...

• Country Wheat Rolls Recalled

  Rick Patterson | October 13, 2007 6:10 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of 18 oz Wegmans Food You Feel Good About Country Wheat Rolls with best-if-used-by date of October 10. It is feared that the product may contain a milk allergen, which is not noted on the packaging. Accordingly, anyone who has a severe reaction to milk or milk products is at risk.To date, no illnesses have been reported. "Concerned...

• Teen Driver Safety Week

  Rick Patterson | October 06, 2007 2:51 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  Most people are concerned about the safety of teen drivers. Beginning on October 15 it is National Teen Driver Safety Week, which is partially backed by State Farm Insurance Company. The idea is to bring about awareness and to help prevent teen deaths while driving. Parents would be well advised to take part and talk to teens in their household. Remind teens of the repercussions of...

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  Rick Patterson | October 04, 2007 3:18 PM | 0 CommentsLancaster, CA

  In January 29, 2003, Michael Simmons, 28, was stopped by state trooper, John Hayes for running a red light. During that traffic stop, Simmons' teen-age cousin gave false information to the trooper in the form of conflicting names and was subsequently arrested. Once Simmons' cousin was arrested, Simmons thought it best to flee from the trooper. As a result, the trooper fired 11 shots 7 of which...