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Ticketmaster.com earned especially low marks in Ratings of 52 of the nation's largest retail sites; Seven ways to shop smart on any site YONKERS, N.Y., Sept. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Overall, shoppers are satisfied with online shopping-but some sites do a better job than others when it comes to value, customer service and more. In Consumer Reports' new survey about online shopping satisfaction, B&H Photo, REI, and Zappos were among the higher-rated sites; florists...
Porsche Panamera easily outpoints Karma in face-off of luxury sports cars YONKERS, N.Y., Sept. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The plug-in extended range electric Fisker Karma can go gas free for 38 miles on a full charge, but Consumer Reports' engineers found it full of flaws: Compared with other luxury sedans, the Karma has tight confines and limited visibility, and a badly-designed touch-screen system makes the dash controls an ergonomic disaster. Consumer Reports bought...
The Consumer Justice Foundation, a for-profit corporation whose team of consumer advocates provides free online educational resources to individuals regarding the potential dangers of using certain prescription medications, has a Web site URL that is located at http://www.sideeffectsrx.com. The CJF hereby alerts the pubic of a recent article published in Consumer Reports magazine that advises individuals with diabetes to avoid using Actos or generic equivalents because of concerns...
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) has joined the list of consumer communication partners for Choosing Wisely®, a national campaign launched in April by the ABIM Foundation and Consumer Reports promoting informed healthcare decision making. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110105/DC25260LOGO) The goal of Choosing Wisely is to promote conversations between physicians and patients about...
Initiative to Educate Patients and Foster Doctor/Patient Relationship SEATTLE, Sept. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) is launching "Know Your Choices - Ask Your Doctor," a statewide campaign to educate patients on important health topics and to enhance the relationship between patient and physician. Initially the new umbrella campaign will promote three initiatives, the "ER is for Emergencies" campaign to educate patients...
Concerning levels of known human carcinogen found in tests of more than 200 samples Yonkers, NY (PRWEB) September 19, 2012 Here is a link to an infographic that highlights key findings from Consumer Reports' investigation: [https://dl.dropbox.com/u/6922431/arsenic-big-04.jpg In Consumer Reports’ tests of more than 60 rice and rice products, inorganic arsenic, a known human carcinogen, was found in most of the name brand and other rice product samples. Levels varied, but were...
LEWIS CENTER, Ohio, Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Consumer Reports released additional information about arsenic and its impact on America's food supply. The arsenic testing conducted by Consumer Reports concluded that Baby's Only Organic® formulas tested safe for a baby's consumption. "When we tested the new versions of the two dairy formulas, the levels were either undetectable or nearly so," stated Consumer Reports in its article, Arsenic in your food. (Photo:...
Michael Harper for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online In recent years, we’ve seen a number of warnings against eating the kinds of foods we always thought were good for us. We’ve been warned against eating peanuts, spinach and even tomatoes: All foods that, under normal circumstances we would be encouraged to partake of. Today, consumer advocate group Consumer Reports has issued a new warning about a food which has sustained human life for generation upon generation. According to...
Concerning levels of known human carcinogen found in tests of more than 200 samples YONKERS, N.Y., Sept. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In Consumer Reports' tests of more than 60 rice and rice products, inorganic arsenic, a known human carcinogen, was found in most of the name brand and other rice product samples. Levels varied, but were significant in some samples. While there are federal limits for arsenic in drinking water, there aren't many standards for arsenic in food....
Test of 78 models finds several good choices YONKERS, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- When it comes to Consumer Reports latest tests of all-season and winter replacement tires, Michelin and Continental lead the way. However, tests revealed that worthy tires were not difficult to find and many provided good overall performance. In total, Consumer Reports tested 78 models of All Season and Winter Tires: 20 T-speed-rated (118 mph) all-season tires, 20...
