FDA: Face Rock Creamer Products Recall
Company Announcement Face Rock Creamery of Bandon, Oregon is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar Curds, 6oz. cups, Use By date 08/29/2025, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others […]
CDC: About Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
KEY POINTS What it is Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the legs or lower extremities is the narrowing or blockage of the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs. It is primarily caused by the buildup of fatty plaque in the arteries. This is called atherosclerosis. PAD can happen in any blood […]
FDA: Sabores Bakery Products Recall
Company Announcement Sabores Fit Bakery of Kissimmee, FL is recalling MOUSSE DESSERTS, because they may contain undeclared Milk, Eggs, Soy Ingredients (Soybean oil, Soy Lecithin), Wheat, Tree Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to these allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. […]
CDC: About Cardiomyopathy
KEY POINTS What it is Cardiomyopathy represents a collection of diverse conditions of the heart muscle. These diseases have many causes, symptoms, and treatments and can affect people of all ages and races. When cardiomyopathy occurs, the normal muscle in the heart can thicken, stiffen, thin out, or fill with substances the body produces that […]
FDA: You and Your Medicines as You Age
As you get older you may be faced with more health conditions that you need to treat on a regular basis. It is important to be aware that more use of medicines and normal body changes caused by aging can increase the chance of unwanted or maybe even harmful drug interactions. The more you know […]
CDC: About Atrial Fibrillation
KEY POINTS What it is Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib or AF, is the most common type of treated heart arrhythmia. An arrhythmia is when the heart beats too slowly, too fast, or in an irregular way. When a person has AFib, the normal beating in the upper chambers of the heart (the two atria) […]
FDA: Safe Drug Use After a Natural Disaster
Before a Natural Disaster An emergency plan is especially important for those with health concerns, particularly if the power goes out. Taking precautions for storing medications and supplies is key to being prepared. Patients should: After a Natural Disaster The Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) at FDA offers the following information on the […]
CDC: About Heart Disease
KEY POINTS What is heart disease? The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD affects the blood flow to the heart. Decreased blood flow can cause a heart attack. Symptoms Sometimes heart disease may be “silent” and […]
FDA 101: Product Recalls
What Is a Recall? A recall is an action taken by a company to correct or remove from the market an FDA regulated product that violates U.S. laws and regulations. Recalls may be initiated voluntarily by a company, or at the request of the FDA. Recalls are important because they protect the public from products […]
CDC: About Blood Cholesterol
KEY POINTS What is cholesterol? Blood cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made by your liver. Blood cholesterol is essential for good health. Your body needs it to perform important jobs, such as making hormones and digesting fatty foods. Your body makes all the blood cholesterol it needs, which is why experts recommend that people eat […]