CDC: About Alzheimer’s Disease
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Who has Alzheimer’s Disease? In 2023, as many as 6.7 million Americans were living with Alzheimer’s disease. Social Determinants Conditions such as where people are born, live, work and play can have a profound effect on a person’s health, including their risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. What do we […]
FDA: Pregnancy
From the FDA Office of Women’s Health Are you pregnant or planning to become pregnant? Having a baby can be a joyous time that comes with changes as you go through each stage of pregnancy. The FDA has lots of resources to help you make good choices about medicines, foods, and other products for you […]
CDC: Reducing Fatigue in the Workplace
Fatigue can affect any worker in any job and may have serious consequences for worker safety and health. Providing easy-to-understand information for employers and workers about ways to reduce fatigue will help to minimize risks and improve the safety of all workplaces. How does fatigue affect workers? Fatigue has been described as “a feeling of […]
FDA: Medicines for Your Pet: What’s The Difference Between FDA-approved & Pharmacy-compounded Drugs?
If you’ve ever had to give your cat a dose of medicine, you know that it can go sideways quickly. While no cat enjoys the process, some might be more cooperative depending on how the drug is given. For example, some cats tolerate taking pills easier than liquid, while others make the pill-giving process into […]
CDC: Reducing exposures during 3D printing
3D printers that make objects from plastics can release very small, potentially harmful particles and gases. Some ways to reduce exposures to these chemicals include using a 3D printer in a room with lots of fresh, uncontaminated air provided by the ventilation system or open windows and doors, using lower emitting plastics, following the printer […]
CDC: Reduce Radon Levels in Your Home
Radon is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the U.S. after cigarette smoke. Get the facts to protect yourself and your loved ones from radon: Radon is a radioactive gas that is naturally released in the air from rocks and soil. It can be found in the air outside and can get […]
FDA: Have You Given Blood Lately?
Every day, hospitals throughout the U.S. transfuse blood or blood components, such as platelets, to save the lives of people who are in car crashes, and victims of fires and other emergencies. Blood is also needed for many people with life-threatening illnesses and others undergoing routine surgeries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, […]
FDA: Halloween Safety Tips: Costumes, Candy, and Colored Contact Lenses
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following these guidelines. Whether your Halloween plans are for adults or kids, there’s plenty to consider before choosing a costume, putting on makeup, and eating a bag full of treats. To help you and your loved ones enjoy a safe and happy Halloween, here are some tips from […]
CDC: Reduce Risk of Cervical Cancer
The most important things you can do to help prevent cervical cancer are to get vaccinated against HPV, have regular screening tests, and go back to the doctor if your screening test results are not normal. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine The HPV vaccine protects against the types of HPV that most often cause cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. If […]
FDA: Vaccination Is the Best Protection Against Measles
Measles is one of the most contagious respiratory diseases in the world that has the potential to be life-threatening. It is caused by a virus and is still common in many countries. There are FDA-approved vaccines that provide lasting protection against measles that are proven both safe and effective. Most people who get the recommended […]