CDC: Family Health History
What is family health history? Family health history is a record of the diseases and health conditions in your family. You and your family members share genes. You may also have behaviors in common, such as exercise habits and what you like to eat. You may live in the same area and come into contact with […]
FDA: Pharmacists Help You Use Medicines Safely
How often has this happened to you: You pick up a prescription at the pharmacy and later realize you have questions about something in the directions or warnings. Or you buy a nonprescription drug but aren’t sure about the correct dosage after reading the label. That’s where pharmacists come in. Whether at your local pharmacy […]
CDC: Shingles Prevention
What Everyone Should Know about the Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix) CDC recommends that adults 50 years and older get two doses of the shingles vaccine called Shingrix (recombinant zoster vaccine) to prevent shingles and the complications from the disease. Adults 19 years and older who have weakened immune systems because of disease or therapy should also […]
Select Custom Solutions Voluntarily Recalls Jay Robb Vanilla Flavored Egg White Protein 24oz
Summary Company Announcement Date: October 13, 2023 FDA Publish Date: October 16, 2023 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement: May contain hard plastic foreign material Company Name: Select Custom Solutions Brand Name: Jay Robb Product Description: Vanilla Flavored Egg White Protein Company Announcement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 10/13/2023 – Select Custom Solutions is […]
CDC: Blood Clots and Travel – What You Need to Know
More than 300 million people travel on long-distance flights (generally more than four hours) each year. Blood clots, also called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), can be a serious risk for some long-distance travelers. Most information about blood clots and long-distance travel comes from information that has been gathered about air travel. However, anyone traveling more […]
FDA: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a chronic disease that attacks the body’s immune system, which can increase your chances of developing serious infections or cancer. If left untreated, HIV can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), an advanced stage of HIV infection. There is no cure for HIV, but HIV prevention and treatment options are […]
CDC: Game Day Food Safety
Tackling a game day spread? Play by these rules and keep the runs on the field. Make sure your game day favorites are memorable for all the right reasons. Follow these four tips to avoid food poisoning: 1. Keep it Clean 2. Avoid Mix-ups 3. Cook it Well Cooking food to the right temperature kills harmful […]
FDA: Accidental Exposures to Fentanyl Patches Continue to Be Deadly to Children
Accidental exposure to medication is a leading cause of poisoning in children. Young children, in particular, have died or become seriously ill after being exposed to a skin patch containing fentanyl, a powerful opioid pain reliever. If you suspect that a child has been exposed to a fentanyl patch, call 911 and seek emergency medical […]
CDC: What is Venous Thromboembolism?
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism (DVT/PE) are often underdiagnosed and serious, but preventable medical conditions. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein. These clots usually develop in the lower leg, thigh, or pelvis, but they can also occur in the arm. It […]
FDA: Kula Brands LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Coconut and Milk in Kula Can Pina Colada + Kratom Seltzer
Summary Company Announcement Date: October 06, 2023 FDA Publish Date: October 06, 2023 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Tree Nut (Coconut) and Milk Company Name: Kula Brands LLC Brand Name: Kula Can Product Description: Pina Colada + Kratom Seltzer Company Announcement Kula Brands LLC is recalling Kula Can – Pina Colada + […]