FDA: Updates on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is a disease that is highly contagious and often deadly in poultry, caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5) and A (H7) viruses; it is also known as bird or avian flu. HPAI viruses can be transmitted by wild birds to domestic poultry and other bird and animal species. […]
CDC: What You Should Know About Xylazine
WHAT TO KNOW Xylazine A tranquilizer called xylazine, a non-opioid sedative, is increasingly being found in the US illegal drug supply and linked to overdose deaths. Xylazine—which is not approved for use in people and can slow down the brain and breathing, make the heart beat slower, and lower blood pressure in people, is especially dangerous […]
FDA: Egg Safety
Fresh eggs, even those with clean, uncracked shells, may contain bacteria called Salmonella that can cause foodborne illness, often called “food poisoning.” FDA has put regulations in place to help prevent contamination of eggs on the farm and during shipping and storage, but consumers also play a key role in preventing illness linked to eggs. Protect yourself […]
CDC: About Prescription Opioids
WHAT TO KNOW What are prescription opioids? Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that bind to receptors in your brain or body to reduce the intensity of pain signals reaching the brain. Doctors sometimes prescribe opioid medications to manage and treat moderate-to-severe pain. Common prescription opioid drugs include: Prescription opioids for pain management Prescription opioids […]
FDA: Travel Training for You and Your Pet
We all need vacations to get away from the monotony of our everyday routine. If you choose to bring your four-legged friends with you on your retreat, it’s important to know how to care for them while you’re traveling. Most of us travel by car or plane, but either option brings certain drawbacks for our pets. When traveling with […]
CDC: Cannabis Health Effects
KEY POINTS How cannabis can affect your health Cannabis is the most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States, with an estimated 61.9 million people using it in 2022. Cannabis use may have a wide range of health effects on the body and brain. Click on the sections below to learn more about how cannabis […]
FDA: Tips to Reduce Food Waste
We can all play a part in reaching the national food waste reduction goal – to reduce food waste by 50% by the year 2030. Start using these tips today to reduce food waste, save money, and protect the environment. At the Grocery Store or When Eating Out In the Kitchen – Storage and Prep At […]
CDC: Medications That Can Interact With Alcohol
KEY POINTS Background It can be dangerous to use two or more drugs at the same time, or within a short time of each other. Alcohol and other drug use This includes drinking alcohol and taking other drugs, such as: Over-the-counter or prescribed medicines Drinking alcohol and taking certain medicines that are over-the-counter or prescribed […]
FDA: GMO Crops, Animal Food, and Beyond
Am I eating foods that come from GMO crops? It is very likely you are eating foods and food products that are made with ingredients that come from GMO crops. Many GMO crops are used to make ingredients that Americans eat such as cornstarch, corn syrup, corn oil, soybean oil, canola oil, or granulated sugar. […]
CDC: Rethink Your Drink
WHAT TO KNOW Sugary drinks are the leading source of added sugars in the American diet. People who often drink sugary drinks are more likely to experience health problems. These problems include weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cavities, and gout, a type of arthritis. Learn how to rethink your drink. Sugar and […]