Fighting Diabetes' Deadly Impact on Minorities
The Office of Minority Health (OMH) at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working on several fronts to help ethnic and racial minority groups stay healthy and, when appropriate, is helping to raise awareness of available treatments for diabetes. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - February 18, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

FDA 101: Regulating Biological Products
Biological products often represent the cutting edge of medical science and research. Also known as biologics, these products replicate natural substances such as enzymes, antibodies, or hormones in our bodies. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - February 14, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Hyland's Homeopathic Teething Tablets: Questions and Answers
The FDA continues to warn consumers that Hyland's Teething Tablets may pose a risk to children. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - February 6, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

La FDA advierte contra el uso de silicona inyectable para delinear y mejorar la figura
Los rellenos d érmicos inyectables son dispositivos médicos controlados por la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de los Estados Unidos, pero ninguno está aprobado por la dependencia para delinear o mejorar la figura con cantidades grandes. Entérese de por qué la silicona inyectable y otros productos no sancionados (también llamados rellenos de glúteos, rellenos de senos o productos para rellenar los espacios entre los músculos) son peligrosos y deben evitarse. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - February 6, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Vaccines Protect Children From Harmful Infectious Diseases
If you have questions about vaccines, visit the FDA ’s guide for parents and caregivers. It describes the routinely administered vaccines for children and provides answers to commonly asked questions. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - February 6, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

You May Be Surprised by How Much Salt You're Eating
FDA is encouraging industry to gradually reduce the amount of sodium in foods. Consumers have the opportunity to comment. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - January 13, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

¿Por qué las carnazas de carne seca están enfermando a las mascotas?
Miles de perros y algunos gatos en los Estados Unidos se han enfermado despu és de comer carnazas (tiras o palitos de carne seca) para mascotas. A pesar de investigaciones exhaustivas, la causa aún se desconoce. Los científicos de la FDA están ampliando la búsqueda de la causa solicitando muestras e información a los consumidores y los veterinarios. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Why Are Jerky Treats Making Pets Sick?
Thousands of dogs and some cats in the U.S. have gotten sick after eating jerky pet treats. Despite extensive investigations, the cause remains elusive. FDA scientists are broadening the search for the cause by soliciting samples and information from consumers and veterinarians. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Don't Be Misled
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has not been proven to cure cancer, autism, or diabetes. But advertising on the Internet would have you believe it'sa cure-all for many diseases. Using HBOT in the absence of other treatments can endanger your health. Read the Consumer update to learn more. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Don't Be Misled
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has not been proven to cure cancer, autism, or diabetes. But advertising on the Internet would have you believe it'sa cure-all for many diseases. Using HBOT in the absence of other treatments can endanger your health. Read the Consumer update to learn more. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

FDA Team Advances Women's Health
FDA's Office of Women's Health conducts research specific to women's health issues, ensures that women are involved in clinical trials, sponsors training and disseminates critical information in a variety of ways. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Keep Listeria Out of Your Kitchen
Keep Listeria at bay by keeping your refrigerator temperature low and carefully cleaning kitchen surfaces. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Caffeine and Kids: FDA Takes a Closer Look
FDA has concerns about the increasing number of caffeinated products and their impact on children. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news

Temporary Tattoos May Put You at Risk
Are temporary tattoos just a little harmless fun? Not necessarily, say FDA experts. Learn the potential dangers of temporary tattoos made with henna ink and how they have sent many people to the emergency room. (Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates)
Source: FDA Consumer Health Information Updates - December 26, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: FDA Source Type: news