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Kids Bike Helmets Recalled For 'Risk Of Head Injury,' CPSC Says Kids Bike Helmets Recalled For 'Risk Of Head Injury,' CPSC Says
Kids Bike Helmets Recalled For 'Risk Of Head Injury,' Cpsc Says These helmets had one job — to keep kids safe — and they failed to do it, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Ecnup Kids Bike Helmets failed to comply with basic federal safety requirements "for coverage, positional stability, and labeling," according to the recall notice issued on Aug. 24, 2023.  CPSC noted that "the helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury." The recall includes the size Extra Small (XS), fitting a head circumference of about 18-1/2 to 20-1/2 inches.  They were sold in pink, purple, blue, “d…
Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Falling Tree Limb In Maryland Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Falling Tree Limb In Maryland
Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Falling Tree Limb In Maryland A man airlifted to an area hospital in Maryland after suffering a head injury on Monday, June 5, State Police said. The 27-year-old man reportedly was struck by a tree limb in the head on Sassafras Road in the Town of Galena and required medical assistance. A spokesperson for the Maryland State Police Department confirmed that the patient was transported to Shock Trauma by a police medevac, though the nature of the injuries was not initially disclosed. The patient's condition was not immediately available on Monday afternoon. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates.