Fitness Balls Recalled Due to Explosion Risk, Fall Hazard

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of about 3 million fitness balls, manufactured by EB Brands of Yonkers, New York. The Chinese-made balls were sold in three different sizes at department stores and sporting good retailers nationwide under the names Bally Total Fitness, Everlast, Valeo and Body Fit. Some  47 injuries, including fractures and multiple bruises,  have been reported in connection with the bursting balls.  Diane Lade, Orlando Sentinel 04/17/2009

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