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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: "Bobby Chupete" pacifiers
Recalled: "Bobby Chupete" pacifiers
Wed, Nov 19, 2009 (BabyCenter News) — Grand World has announced a recall of about 641,000 "Bobby Chupete" pacifiers in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards. The pacifier mouth guard is too small, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers. No injuries have been reported.

The pacifiers have a ring-shaped handle and heart-shaped mouth guard with two ventilation holes. The nipple is made of latex.The words  “Bobby Chupete” and a picture of an infant are printed on the pacifier’s packaging. The pacifier was sold in aqua, red, white, or yellow.

The pacifiers were sold at various retail stores nationwide from November 2004 through July 2009 for about $1. They were made in China.