CDC: Working in the Cold
KEY POINTS Overview Cold stress can affect workers who work in cold environments. When temperatures drop below normal, heat can rapidly leave your body. Some workers may be at risk of health emergencies due to cold stress, including: What constitutes cold stress and its effects can vary across different areas of the country. In regions […]
FDA: Use of the Term Healthy on Food Labeling
The FDA announced on December 19, 2024, a final rule to update the “healthy” claim that manufacturers can voluntarily use on food packages. The updated claim is consistent with current nutrition science and Federal dietary guidance. Updated “Healthy” Claim Claims like “healthy” on food labels can help consumers identify healthier food choices at a quick glance. Foods […]
CDC: Choosing Healthy Carbs
WHAT TO KNOW In recent years, carbohydrates (carbs) have gotten a bad reputation. But carbs can be part of a healthy diet for people with diabetes. The key is to know how to portion and choose carbs so you get the most nutrition from your food. Types of carbs Simple carbs These increase your blood […]
FDA: Medication Errors Happen to Pets
Your dog or cat is sick, and you head to the animal hospital. The veterinarian prescribes medications that you hope will make your pet better. But with pets, as with people, medication errors can happen. Just as the Food and Drug Administration monitors medication errors that affect people, the agency watches out for mistakes that […]
CDC: How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Body
KEY POINTS Health effects of wildfire smoke Wildfire smoke is a mix of gases and fine particles from burning trees and plants, buildings, and other material. Wildfire smoke can make you sick. Breathing in smoke can affect you right away, causing: People at increased risk Wildfire smoke can make anyone sick, but some people have […]
FDA: Know When and How to Use Antibiotics, and When to Skip Them
Antibiotics are powerful medications that save countless lives every day. But they’re not the answer for every illness. Antibiotics treat only some infections caused by bacteria – and none caused by viruses. Most often, antibiotics work by killing the targeted bacteria or by making it difficult for the bacteria to multiply. Talk to your health […]
CDC: How to Prevent Norovirus
KEY POINTS How norovirus spreads You can find norovirus in your vomit or feces (poop) even before you start feeling sick. The virus can also stay in your poop for 2 weeks or more after you feel better. You can still spread norovirus during that time. Prevention steps and strategies If you are sick Do not prepare, […]
FDA: How Smoking Affects Reproductive Health
How Does Smoking Affect Fertility, Hormone Production, and Conception When Trying to Get Pregnant? Smoking cigarettes can have negative health effects on fertility, making it harder to conceive. Research shows that: If you or someone you love is trying to conceive and uses tobacco, learn more about what it’s like to quit smoking and get started on […]
CDC: Your Immune System and Diabetes
KEY POINTS How your immune system works Your immune system recognizes and fights off germs that can make you sick. Many people think of the immune system as protection inside the body. But your first line of defense is your skin, which keeps unwanted germs out. The second layer of your immune system is a […]
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 […]