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Dirt-cheap toys imported into U.S. can be dangerous, group says. Here's what to know

5:45am November 26, 2024

"We rarely come out and say, 'You should not do this.' But this is one of the exceptions," consumer advocate Teresa Murray says, warning against the lure of rock-bottom prices from unfamiliar sellers.

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Senators call on TikTok to produce documents in response to NPR report

8:29pm October 11, 2024

Two senators, who have pushed online child safety legislation in Congress, demanded that TikTok executives share all materials the company has about the dangers kids may encounter on the wildly popular service.

TikTok executives know about app’s effect on teens, lawsuit documents allege

5:30am October 11, 2024

In communications newly revealed, TikTok executives discuss being aware of the harms caused by their app. TikTok officials were warned of the app’s dangers to minors.

More than a dozen states sue TikTok, alleging it harms kids and is designed to addict them

10:00am October 08, 2024

Lawsuits filed by 14 attorneys general argue that TikTok knowingly exacerbates the youth mental health crisis and places profits over child safety.

Ranking member Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., speaks during a Senate Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Data Security hearing about online child safety in October.

Senators aim to rewrite child safety rules on social media

8:21am February 16, 2022

by Shannon Bond

The bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act comes amid mounting frustration in Washington that apps like Instagram and YouTube aren't doing enough to protect their youngest users.

Apple last week unveiled new features aimed at combating child sex abuse. The changes are being celebrated by families of sexual abuse survivors. But privacy advocates are fighting to stop it.

Survivors Laud Apple's New Tool To Spot Child Sex Abuse But The Backlash Is Growing

4:08pm August 13, 2021

by Bobby Allyn

Apple's new feature to fight child sexual abuse is encouraging to families of survivors. But privacy advocates are trying to convince Apple to drop its plans, fearing they could lead to surveillance.

The Rock 'n Play sleeper by Fisher-Price has been linked to the deaths of more than 50 infants. The company recalled the product in 2019 after having sold roughly 4.7 million units.

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Fisher-Price Ignored Safety Warnings Even After Infants Started Dying, Report Finds

5:04pm June 07, 2021

by Joe Hernandez

At least 50 infants died in the Rock 'n Play inclined sleeper over a decade before Fisher-Price recalled it in 2019. Company officials said they believed the product was safe when used correctly.

The Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Rock 'n Glide Soother which has been recalled after four infant deaths.

Health & Safety

Fisher-Price Recalls Baby Gliders And Soothers After Four Infant Deaths

9:58pm June 04, 2021

by Joe Hernandez

Officials recalled the Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Rock 'n Glide Soother and the 2-in-1 Soothe 'n Play Glider, and urged consumers to stop using them immediately.

About one child a month dies from being entangled in cords from blinds and shades, a study finds. Efforts are underway to get corded blinds off the market, but many will remain in homes.

Window Blind Cords Still Pose A Deadly Risk To Children

12:02am December 11, 2017

by Tara Haelle

Nearly one child a month dies after being entangled in window blind cords, despite years of effort to reduce the toll. A new industry standard to remove most corded blinds from the market may help.

Injuries to babies associated with products like strollers and cribs have increased, a study finds.

Nursery Products To Blame For Rise In Infant Injuries, Study Finds

4:26pm March 13, 2017

by Jessica Boddy

The number of children injured by strollers, cribs, carriers and other nursery products is on the rise. Researchers say both parents and manufacturers can do things to limit injuries.