Poll Shows Trump’s Coronavirus Approval At All-time Low
July 10, 2020, Politico
Support for President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic has hit an all-time low, according to a new survey released by ABC and IPSOS, with a similarly substantial majority of Americans also disapproving of his response to widespread racial unrest.
Tips From the CPSC Fire Safety Information Center
July 8, 2020, CPSC Website
More than 2200 people die each year in home fires. Many of these deaths are in homes with no smoke alarms are with alarms that don’t work. Here are some safety tips from the CPSC.
He Was Finally Ready to Ask for Help. Then The Pandemic Hit.
July 9, 2020, Washington Post
Finally, living in the hyper-medical awareness that the pandemic plagued world now knows, he knew it was time to ask. Elliot Kaye isn’t good at asking for help. His entire career has been about helping others.
What To Do If Your Baby’s Crib Has Been Recalled
July 7, 2020, Baby Gaga
A crib is recalled when it doesn’t meet the CPSC federal standards. A crib should be free of any hazardous issues, especially since baby will spend many hours sleeping on it. Here’s what the CPSC says you need to do if your crib has been recalled.
Lacoste And Adidas Pledge To Cut Forced Uighur Labor
July 7, 2020, Glossy
As a growing body of research connects China’s forced detention of Uighurs to the supply chain of the world’s largest fashion companies, a new campaign to pressure brands to end ties with factories connected to forced labor is gaining momentum.
5 Tips For Communicating With Employees During A Crisis
July 9, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Leaders know that communication during a crisis is critical. And, that conveying a compelling message of hope can foster resilience in facing the challenges that lie ahead.
Protecting European Consumers: Follow-up Action On Dangerous Product Alerts Increased Significantly In 2019
July 8, 2020, EUReporter
This work includes the publication of the latest report on the ‘Rapid Alert System’ which shows that the number of actions taken by authorities following an alert of a dangerous product, is growing year on year. In 2019, toys were the most notified product category, followed by motor vehicles, and electrical appliances and equipment.
Taking People With You: How Effective Leaders Navigate Difficult Conversations
July 8, 2020, Columbia Missourian
Great leadership is never more important than during a crisis. During Covid-19, many parts of our world have been upended. Along with the need to communicate early, often and effectively, many leaders must have difficult conversations, such as whether to issue an apology, talk layoffs, closings or job losses.
Australia/New Zealand Update Safety Standards For Projectile Toys
June 12, 2020, ACCC
An updated mandatory safety standard for projectile toys has been issued today, designed to protect children from serious eye injuries or choking from toys like bow and arrow sets and toy guns.
Florida Family Charged With Marketing Coronavirus Cure Made Of Textile Bleach
July 7, 2020, Forbes
A Florida family faces federal fraud charges after prosecutors say they sold tens of thousands of bottles of “Miracle Mineral Solution,” marketed as a cure for Covid-19, that is actually a toxic bleach the FDA says has led to hospitalizations and deaths.
