This week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced draft guidance for industry on action levels for lead in processed foods that are intended for babies and children under two years of age, to help reduce potential health effects in this vulnerable population from dietary exposure to lead. The proposed action levels would result...
Read MoreA new family-friendly arcade has arrived in Scottsdale. Cyber Quest Family Arcade at Arizona Boardwalk will celebrate their grand opening in Scottsdale on Saturday. The arcade located near the Loop 101 Pima Freeway and Via de Ventura is already welcoming customers with operating hours daily from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. The arcade boasts...
Read MoreMore than 14.4 million U.S. children and teens live with a common chronic disease that has been stigmatized for years and is associated with serious short and long-term health concerns when left untreated, including cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. The disease is obesity, and it can be treated successfully with the recognition that complex genetic,...
Read MoreIf you can dream it, you can build it. The iconic LEGO building blocks have spanned across generations for 90 years. No matter your age, at some point in your life, chances are you were either given a set of LEGO blocks or you have constructed something using the small blocks. Invented in 1932...
Read MoreInformation Provided by World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. One child is treated in U.S. emergency rooms every three minutes for a toy-related injury. World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (W.A.T.C.H.) is working hard to prevent those dangers by informing consumers and warning, buyers beware. W.A.T.C.H. revealed on Thursday their 50th annual nominees for the “10 Worst...
Read MoreA study released on Thursday from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 3.08 million (11.3%) U.S. middle and high school students reported current (past 30-day) use of any tobacco product in 2022, which includes 2.51 million (16.5%) high school students and 530,000 (4.5%)...
Read MoreAs thousands of trick-or-treaters prepare to explore neighborhoods statewide for Halloween, it is important to remind residents of important guidelines that will help everyone enjoy a fun and safe holiday. Halloween safety tips for drivers and trick-or-treaters: Drivers should always watch for people crossing the street, especially near intersections and crosswalks Stop your vehicle well before...
Read MoreAs Halloween approaches, authorities are warning parents to check their children’s Halloween candy for anything out of the normal or suspicious as thousands of fentanyl pills were found hidden in candy boxes. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office seized the dangerous pills on Wednesday morning at the Los Angeles International Airport, when a person...
Read MoreOn Monday, Target Corporation announced an exclusive multiyear agreement with iconic toy brand FAO Schwarz to ignite even more magic and inspiration across Target’s unrivaled toy assortment. Starting mid-October, FAO Schwarz toys will be available exclusively at Target stores, Target.com and FAO Schwarz stores. In addition, Target announced the 10th annual Bullseye’s Top Toys list, presented by FAO Schwarz,...
Read MoreThe Arizona Department of Education (ADE) released this week the statewide assessment results, Arizona’s Academic Standards Assessment or AASA, from school year 2021/2022, showing overall gains. Arizona’s public district and charter schools test students in Grades 3-8, and in Grade 11, students take the ACT. It is important to note that this is the...
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