CDC: Staying Healthy Around Pets and Other Animals
Understand the Risks and Benefits of Pets There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Most households in […]
FDA: Safely Soothing Teething Pain in Infants and Children
Teething is a normal experience for infants and children, but it can be painful. Many well-meaning parents and caregivers who want to ease a child’s pain might turn to products that could be harmful. Soothing children’s gums with prescription or nonprescription medicines containing benzocaine or lidocaine – or homeopathic tablets and other products – might […]
CDC: Effects of Mixing Alcohol and Caffeine
Why it’s an issue Drinks that have both alcohol and caffeine can cause harm. Caffeine is a substance that makes people feel alert. However, when used with alcohol, caffeine does not reduce the effects of alcohol on your body. Health risks Drinking alcohol that is mixed with caffeine can make you drink more, which could […]
CDC: Risk Factors for Obesity
Obesity is a complex and costly chronic disease influenced by many factors. These factors include health behaviors, stress, health conditions and medications, genes, and people’s environment. Knowing the risk factors can help individuals and communities take steps to prevent and reduce obesity. Health behaviors Certain health behaviors can contribute to excess weight gain and are […]
FDA: Fragrances in Cosmetics
Many products we use every day contain fragrances. Some of these products are regulated as cosmetics by FDA. Some belong to other product categories and are regulated differently, depending on how the product is intended to be used. Here is information about fragrances that people often ask about: How to Know If a Fragrance Product […]
CDC: Preparing for a Winter Storm
During extremely cold weather or winter storms, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Winter storms can bring cold temperatures, power failures, loss of communication services, and icy roads. To keep yourself and your loved ones safe, you should know how to prepare your home and your car before a winter storm hits. Make […]
FDA: Women and Anxiety
What is anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear about an event or situation. It is a normal reaction to stress. Anxiety can help you stay alert for a challenging situation at work, study harder for an exam, or remain focused on an important speech. In general, it helps you cope. When […]
CDC: Four Steps to Food Safety
Prevention steps and strategies Clean: wash your hands and surfaces often. Separate: don’t cross-contaminate. Cook to the right temperature. Chill: refrigerate promptly. Source: https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/prevention/index.html
FDA: It’s a Good Time to Get Your Flu Vaccine
Influenza (flu) viruses typically spread in fall and winter, with activity peaking between December and February. Getting vaccinated in the fall or winter can lower your chances of getting the flu. Flu is a serious disease, caused by influenza viruses, that can lead to hospitalization and even death. Every flu season is different, and the […]
CDC: About the Common Cold
A cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract (also called an upper respiratory infection or URI). Colds usually last less than a week and are caused by different respiratory viruses. They are also one of the most frequent reasons for missed school and work. Every year in the United States, adults have […]