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 […]
FDA: Allergic to Milk? Some Dark Chocolate Labeled as Dairy-Free May Still Contain Milk
If you’re allergic to milk and you love dark chocolate, how do you know whether you can indulge in a dark chocolate bar without having an allergic reaction? That’s what the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wanted to learn. Milk is a permitted ingredient in dark chocolate, but it is also one of eight major […]
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: Beware of Illegally Marketed Diabetes Treatments, Fraudulent Pharmacies
As the number of people diagnosed with diabetes continues to grow, an increasing number of products marketed under the guise of “dietary supplements” or “over-the-counter drugs” promising to prevent, treat, and even cure diabetes are being sold illegally. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises consumers not to use such products – for many reasons. […]
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: Paws Off Xylitol; It’s Dangerous for Dogs
This sugar substitute, found in some human foods and dental products, can be poisonous to your dog. Your six-month-old puppy, Hoover, will eat anything that isn’t tied down. Like many dog owners, you know chocolate can be dangerous to your pooch. But you may not know that if Hoover sticks his nose in your handbag […]
CDC: Food Poisoning From Seafood
Generally, eating fully cooked food that is served hot helps you avoid foodborne disease, sometimes called food poisoning. However, there are a few types of foodborne diseases you can get from fish that cannot be prevented by cooking. During travel if you think you have food poisoning from seafood seek medical care immediately. Shellfish Poisoning […]
FDA: Know Your Treatment Options for COVID-19
Today you have several treatment options to prevent hospitalization and other serious complications of COVID-19. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved drug treatments for COVID-19 and has authorized others for emergency use. In addition, more therapies are being tested in clinical trials to evaluate whether they are safe and effective in treating COVID-19. […]
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: Is It Really ‘FDA Approved’?
“FDA approved!” Maybe you saw those words on a company’s website or in a commercial promoting a product or treatment. Some marketers may say their products are “FDA approved.” But how can you know for sure what the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved? The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by regulating […]