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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.
Recalled: Children's animal masks and pendants
Recalled: Children's animal masks and pendants
Team Work Trading has announced a recall of about 1,400 children's animal masks and pendants in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause serious health effects. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves a children’s animal mask and four styles of metal pendants. The mask resembles the face of a cat. The pendants have various animated symbols including a dog tag with fire symbol (Bleach), knife and lion symbol (Final Fantasy), Mickey Mouse symbol (Kingdom of Hearts), and a burning sun symbol (Naruto). The pendants were sold with silver-colored chains.

The animal masks and pendants were sold at gift shop and modeling stores nationwide and at the Team Work Trading store from November 2008 through March 2009 for between $4 and $8. They were made in China.