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W.A.T.C.H. TO REVEAL NOMINEES FOR “10 WORST TOYS” OF THE YEAR ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2011 at 10:00 AM

Many injuries to children can be prevented with education about the dangers lurking in toy boxes.

WHAT: For more than 30 years, World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (W.A.T.C.H.) and Edward Swartz (1934-2010), W.A.T.C.H.’s founder, have identified hazards in toys and have been responsible for the recall or redesign of hundreds of dangerous toys. W.A.T.C.H. will reveal its nominees for the “10 Worst Toys” of 2011 and demonstrate why the hazards in these toys, and others like them, should be eliminated. This year’s toy report will include updated information about recalls and the need for vigilance while holiday shopping.

WHO: Consumer advocates James A. Swartz, nationally known trial attorney and a Director of W.A.T.C.H., and Joan E. Siff, President of W.A.T.C.H.

WHERE: Franciscan Hospital for Children (Chamberlain Conference Room). 30 Warren Street. Brighton, MA.

WHEN: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 - 10:00 AM

WHY: Parents and caregivers need to know what dangers to look for when they purchase toys for children – especially in the coming holiday season, which accounts for more than 65% of all toy sales. Unfortunately, there have been many deaths, disfigurements and disabilities inflicted upon children as a result of poorly designed and tested toys. Copies of the report, interviews & photo opportunities available following the press conference.

Franciscan Hospital for Children, located in Boston’s neighborhood of Brighton, is the leading pediatric rehabilitation center in New England. The hospital offers medical, behavioral and educational services for children with complex issues requiring interdisciplinary care.

For more information on the hospital visit http://www.franciscanhospital.org/, find it on Facebook or follow it on Twitter @FranciscanHFC.

W.A.T.C.H. is a non-profit organization working to educate the public about child safety. W.A.T.C.H helps raise awareness about the dangers lurking in many toys, children’s products, and recreational activities. Noted trial attorneys, authors and consumer advocates, Edward Swartz (1934-2010), James Swartz, Joan Siff and W.A.T.C.H. have been responsible for the “10 WORST TOYS” nominees released for over 30 years as well as safety conferences addressing summer safety hazards for children. For more information on W.A.T.C.H. and the press conference, please visit www.toysafety.org.