CDC: Firearm Violence and Injury Prevention – Copy
What is a firearm injury? A firearm injury is a gunshot wound or penetrating injury from a weapon that uses a powder charge to fire a projectile. Weapons that use a powder charge include handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Injuries from air- and gas-powered guns, BB guns, and pellet guns are not considered firearm injuries as […]
FDA: Tips for Women to Prevent Heart Disease
More women die from heart disease than from any other cause: about one in five American women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. You can take action now to reduce your risk. Resources from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration can help women of all ages learn how to use FDA-approved drugs […]
CDC: ABCs of Viral Hepatitis
Learn the ABCs of Viral Hepatitis Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. People who get hepatitis A may feel sick for a few weeks to several months but usually recover completely and do not have lasting liver damage. The hepatitis A virus is found in the […]
FDA: My Dog Has Cancer: What Do I Need to Know?
Any pet owner who has been told their animal has cancer knows the two emotions: anxiety for the beloved pet’s life, and hope for an effective treatment. “Many people consider their dogs and cats members of the family,” says Food and Drug Administration veterinarian Lisa Troutman. “Just as the FDA reviews drugs for humans for […]
CDC: Diabetes and Hormonal Birth Control
Hormonal birth control basics Hormonal birth control is a common method of preventing pregnancy. It works by using female sex hormones to prevent the release of an egg. It has a high success rate when used as prescribed by your doctor. Types of hormonal birth control Types of hormonal birth control include: In addition to […]
FDA: Don’t Double Up on Acetaminophen
You have flu symptoms, so you’ve been getting some relief for the past two days by taking a cough and flu medicine every few hours. Late in the day, you have a headache and you think about grabbing a couple of acetaminophen tablets to treat the pain. Stop right there. What you may not realize […]
CDC: Facts About Added Sugars
Americans are eating and drinking too many added sugars, which can contribute to health problems such as weight gain and obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. To live healthier, longer lives, most Americans need to move more and eat better, including consuming fewer added sugars. About added sugars Americans should limit their added sugars Added […]
FDA: Eating Too Much Salt? Ways to Cut Back…Gradually
Did you know that “salt” and “sodium” are not the same thing, even though they’re often used interchangeably? Sodium, a mineral, is one of the elements found in salt. Salt is where most of your sodium comes from. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is working to make sure people have greater access to healthier […]
CDC: Improving Access to Healthier Food
Eating a healthy diet is difficult without access to nutritious food. When healthy foods are not available, people may settle for foods that are higher in calories and lower in nutritional value. CDC Helps Improve Healthy Food Access in Multiple Ways CDC works to improve healthy food access in food service and food retail environments […]
FDA: Safely Using Hand Sanitizer
We can help stop the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases by washing our hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds – especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing our nose. If soap and water are not available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend using […]