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Toxins in household dust may be harmful to kids
Most of the dust that coats your furniture and floors comes from outdoors and can pose a health threat, a new study suggests.
BPA in canned foods could harm children, group says
Measurable levels of the chemical additive bisphenol A (BPA) were found in a variety of canned goods, including some that claimed to be BPA-free, according to an analysis released this week by the nonprofit advocacy group Consumers Union.
Toxic toys? Health group finds high lead levels
Children's toys carrying the Barbie and Disney logos have turned up with high levels of lead in them, according to a California-based advocacy group — a finding that may give consumers pause as they shop for the holiday season.
Ikea recalls half a million roller blinds for child strangulation risk
Ikea recalls half a million roller blinds for child strangulation risk
Ikea has announced a recall of about 533,000 roller blinds in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Strangulations can occur if the blind’s looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child’s neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves all the Isdans, Tupplur, and Enje style roller blinds. These blinds are made of a solid or sheer fabric, measuring 24” to 79” wide, and have a metal top rail and a bead chain. The Enje blinds have a glued label on the wall fitting with the Ikea logotype, article number, 5-digit supplier number, four digit date stamp (YYWW), and the words "Made in Taiwan". The roller blinds have an orange warning label attached at the base of the blind that is marked with the code AA-136800-3.

The blinds were sold at Ikea stores nationwide from July 2005 through July 2009 for between $10 and $55.. They were made in Taiwan and France.