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FDA Teams with Everyday Health to Expand Reach of Health InformationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA expands its reach to millions of consumers through a new partnership with Everyday Health. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - November 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA to Examine the Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic BeveragesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Concerns about the health and safety hazards posed by caffeinated alcoholic beverages have prompted FDA action. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - November 6, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: October 2009Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has issued recent safety alerts on these medical products. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 22, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA, WebMD Expand Health Information PartnershipEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA and WebMD have expanded their unique partnership to provide increased access to FDA’s consumer health information. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 22, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Improper Use of Decorative Contact Lenses May Haunt YouEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
As Halloween approaches, FDA reminds consumers that non-prescription decorative contact lenses may harm their vision. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 22, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

The Word is Out on Unapproved H1N1 ProductsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has stepped up its campaign to inform consumers of—and protect them against—potential harm associated with unapproved products claiming to diagnose, prevent, or otherwise act against the H1N1 flu virus. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 22, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Improper Use of Decorative Contact Lenses May Haunt You (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA reminds people, in time for Halloween, that non-prescription decorative contact lenses may harm their vision. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 20, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

LASIK: Quality of Life Project, Warning Letters to FacilitiesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
On October 15, 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched a study of the impact of LASIK on patients' quality of life, and issued warning letters to 17 LASIK surgery centers that release patients the same day as their surgery. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 20, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA's International Posts: Improving the Safety of Imported Food and Medical ProductsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The posting of FDA staff in overseas regions is a key part of the agency's strategy for expanding oversight of imported food and medical products. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Cooperative Programs Help Keep Food SafeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA and more than 3,000 state, local, tribal, and territorial organizations work cooperatively to protect the nation’s food supply. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - October 1, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Cooperative Program Ensures Safe ShellfishEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A federal, state, and industry cooperative program helps protect the public from contaminated shellfish. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 30, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Fortify Your Knowledge About Vitamins (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Although most people get all the vitamins they need from the foods they eat, millions of people take supplemental vitamins as part of their health regimen. Here are facts about vitamins, including information on how they are regulated. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 30, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Avoiding Medication Mistakes (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Taking the wrong medication or the wrong dose can be an easy mistake to make. It can also be life threatening. This Consumer Update video provides tips on avoiding medication mistakes. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 30, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Avoiding Drug Interactions (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Be careful about the three main types of interactions: drugs with food and beverages, drugs with dietary supplements, and drugs with other drugs. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 30, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Food Allergies: Reducing the Risks (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This video highlights how FDA is working to ensure that allergens in food are clearly and accurately labeled. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 30, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA 101: Product Recalls (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This Consumer Update video highlights FDA’s involvement in product recalls from the moment the agency is notified to successful completion of the recall. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 28, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

A Close Look at UltrasoundEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article covers different uses of this technology, as well as some unapproved uses that have raised concerns. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - September 4, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Reducing Radiation from Medical X-rays (video)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Medical X-rays are an important tool for diagnosing and treating diseases, but they pose a small risk from radiation. This FDA Consumer Update video includes information on what you can do to reduce the risk. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Cooperative Program Ensures Safe Shellfish (slideshow)Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A federal, state, and industry cooperative program helps protect the public from contaminated shellfish. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: September 2009Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has issued recent safety alerts on these medical products. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Regulating Tobacco: Q&A with Lawrence Deyton, M.S.P.H., M.D.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The director of FDA’s new Center for Tobacco Products discusses the agency's role of regulating tobacco products. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Warning on Stolen Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution and Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation SolutionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA is advising consumers not to use certain respiratory medications purchased after Sept. 8, 2009 and manufactured by Dey L.P., a subsidiary of Mylan Inc., because the medications might have been part of a shipment being transported on a tractor-trailer stolen in Tampa, Fla., on Sept. 8, 2009. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Generic Drug Roundup: September 2009Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Every year, FDA approves many new generic drugs. Here are some of the noteworthy approvals so far during 2009. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Lowering Salt in Your DietEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Here's advice for lowering salt intake, along with information on FDA's regulatory role. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

2009-2010 Seasonal Influenza VaccinesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has approved seasonal vaccines for the 2009-2010 influenza season. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

A Parent's Guide to Kids' VaccinesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This updated guide offers useful information about the benefits and risks of vaccines, along with steps to take when children are vaccinated. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Update to FDA Alert About Stolen InsulinEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA is reminding the public that stolen vials of the long-acting insulin Levemir made by Novo Nordisk Inc. still may be on the market. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Facing Facts About AcneEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Separating the facts from the myths can help people with acne treat the disease and keep it under control. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - August 13, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

El acetaminofeno y las lesiones hepáticas: Preguntas y respuestas para los consumidoresEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Los días 29 y 30 de junio de 2009, el comité asesor de la FDA llevó a cabo una reunión acerca de las lesiones hepáticas relacionadas con el acetaminofeno. A continuación se presentan las recomendaciones de la FDA para el uso seguro de este analgésico. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 29, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Expands Access to Investigational DrugsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has published final rules that will make investigational drugs more widely available, and clarify the circumstances under which a manufacturer can charge for these drugs. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 29, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: August 2009Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has issued recent safety alerts on these medical products. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 29, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Warning on Body Building Products Marketed as Containing Steroids or Steroid-Like SubstancesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA is warning consumers to stop using body building products that claim to contain steroids or steroid-like substances. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 28, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Treating Head LiceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A look at prevention and treatment of head lice, including a recently approved medication. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 24, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Warns of Health Risks Posed by E-CigarettesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA and other health experts warn consumers about the potential health risks posed by electronic smoking devices. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 23, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Reporting Drug Quality ProblemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Consumers and health care professionals can report problems to FDA's Drug Quality Reporting System. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 22, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Tablet Splitting: A Risky PracticeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA advises against splitting drug tablets unless it's specified in the drug's labeling. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 21, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Safe Use of Flea and Tick Products in PetsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Pet owners should take certain precautions to use these products safely on their pets. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 20, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Update on Recalled Nestlé Toll House Cookie DoughEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA provides updated information on recalled Nestlé Toll House cookie dough. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 15, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Takes Action on Darvon and Other Pain MedicationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA is taking action to reduce the risk of overdose in people who use pain medications that contain propoxyphene. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 14, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Improves Egg SafetyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A new regulation means eggs will be safer for people to eat. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 6, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Warns Not to Consume Two Liquid “Energy” ProductsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA warns consumers not to buy or use two liquid “energy” products due to suspected product tampering. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 6, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Advertencia sobre productos para fisicoculturismo comercializados como productos que contienen esteroides o sustancias similares a los esteroidesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
La Administración de Medicamentos y Alimentos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) advierte a los consumidores que suspendan el consumo de productos para fisicoculturismo que afirmen contener esteroides o sustancias similares a los esteroides. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 2, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Chantix and Zyban to Get Boxed Warning on Serious Mental Health EventsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA is requiring manufacturers to put a Boxed Warning on the prescribing information for the smoking cessation drugs Chantix (varenicline) and Zyban (buproprion). (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - July 2, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Acetaminophen and Liver Injury: Q & A for ConsumersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
On June 29 and 30, 2009, FDA will hold an advisory committee meeting about liver injury related to acetaminophen. Here's advice from FDA on using this pain reliever safely. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 24, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Illuminating the Hazards of Powerful Laser ProductsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA cautions consumers about the irresponsible use of powerful lasers. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 24, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Warns Not to Eat Two Brands of PistachiosEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Two more brands of pistachios are recalled because of the risk of contamination with Salmonella. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 23, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Warns Not to Eat Nestle Toll House Prepackaged, Refrigerated Cookie DoughEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA warns consumers not to eat Nestle Toll House prepackaged, refrigerated cookie dough (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 19, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

FDA Advisory About Levemir InsulinEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Stolen Levemir insulin has reappeared on the market; check your lot number if you use this insulin. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 18, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Ensuring Safe Use of Contact Lens SolutionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Advice from FDA for using contact lens solution (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 16, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations

Warnings on Three Zicam Intranasal Zinc ProductsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
FDA has warned consumers not to use three Zicam intranasal products because the products may cause a loss of sense of smell. (Source: FDA Consumer Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Updates - June 16, 2009 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: organizations