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Why the government can't always warn you about potentially dangerous products

When you buy something for your family, you assume it's safe. After all, somebody is probably testing these things and paying the closest attention to products for infants and children. But we've learned the federal agency that's supposed to protect you is facing major obstacles before it can reveal a product on the market is causing injuries or even death.
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