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A crane being used on a new building under construction in Manhattan collapsed today, killing four people. The crane fell onto a building across the street and completely destroyed it. Two buildings on either side were also damaged. At least 12 people were injured in the construction accident that drew over 300 rescue workers to the scene. The four victims are believed to be construction...

General Motors Corp. announced an automobile recall of more than 207,000 Buick Regals and Pontiac Grand Prix sedans warning consumers not to park them in garages or other enclosed structures due to a fire hazard.The company has received reports of 267 vehicle fires and six injuries, five of them minor and one moderate. And 17 fires in structures.The recalled vehicles include: 1997-2003 Buick...

First responders to the World Trade Center in 2001 included fireman, police officers and rescue workers. Journalists also responded to the scene in order to report on the events there. There is a new report out now that journalists and photographers are also suffering from World Trade Center Illness. They were exposed to the same toxic fumes and materials believed to be responsible for a host...

The FDA has issued a safety alert regarding the proper use of Tussionex Extended-Release Suspension, a potent long acting prescription cough medication, following several reports of adverse events - including death - associated with inappropriate use.The medication contains hydrocodone (a narcotic) and chlorpheniramine (an antihistamine) and is prescribed for use in adults and children six years...

The Trump SoHo building project has been halted again, this time from a crane accident that shattered window glass. The construction accident happened on Saturday night. A chain on a crane was not secured and high wind sent it into the building. Glass was broken and fell 26 floors to the street below. No one reported any injuries from the accident. The department slapped contractor Bovis...

Quaker Oats has issued a product recall of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle mix sent to around 17 states due to fears of salmonella contamination. Salmonella can cause an illness with diarrhea, nausea, fever, and headache. The risk in the recalled pancake mix is in the raw or uncooked mix. The products, have a "Best Before" date between February. 8, 2009, and February 16, 2009.The recall...

Ricin, a known toxic substance, was found in a Las Vegas motel, according to preliminary testing. Authorities do not believe it is terrorism-related. Seven people were transported to local hospitals as a precautionary measure.When it's injected, ricin is "one of the most toxic substances known," Stata Norton, University of Kansas professor emeritus and expert in toxic plants, tells the Health...

Two busloads of first responders to the World Trade Center attacks traveled to Washington D.C. yesterday in order to ask for better health care coverage for themselves and others. Thousands are people are believed to suffer World Trade Center Illness after being exposed to toxic fumes and rubble. Two jetlines flew into the buildings on September 11, 2001 causing them to collapse. Thousands of...

Pecoware Co., in cooperation with the U.S. Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a voluntary recall of its children's metal necklaces due to high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by small children and can cause adverse health effects.The recalled necklaces include a cat with silver and pink rhinestones, a heart and lock with pink rhinestones, a silver colored heart with a...

A massive recall involving 143 million pounds of beef is affecting the New York City Public School System. The recalled beef was obtained through the National School Lunch Program and served in school cafeterias. News of a "hold" on beef prompted the New Yory City's Department of Education to "take it upon ourselves as a precaution to stop serving hamburgers," a spokesperson for the department...