'Candy-like' nicotine pellets a poison risk to children
Flavoured nicotine pellets intended for use by smokers might pose a health threat for children and youth, a U.S. study suggests. cbc.ca |
EasyJet to test infrared ash detectors on planes
Low-cost British airline easyJet PLC unveiled plans Friday to test the ability of infrared technology to detect volcanic ash clouds and urged other airlines to help map the ash risk across Europe's skies. cbc.ca |
Energy drinks a sugary drug for kids: MDs
The Canadian Medical Association Journal is voicing alarm over the increasing popularity of highly caffeinated energy drinks among kids and teens. cbc.ca |
Spektrum model airplane remote recalled
A remote control unit used to pilot model airplane gliders is being recalled because it can lose contact with the airplane's radio control within normal radio range limits. cbc.ca |
Que. chemo patient calls for hair loss warning
A Montreal woman who has permanently lost all of the hair on her body says she was not warned about the possible side-effects of a popular chemotherapy drug. cbc.ca |