FDA: Radiological and Nuclear Emergency Preparedness
The FDA and other agencies work hard every day to help prepare the nation for potential threats. Everyone can be involved in disaster readiness by learning more about different types of emergencies, and creating an emergency supply kit and family emergency plan. What’s new Fast facts about radiation emergencies From the Centers for Disease Control […]
CDC: How Cardiac Rehabilitation Can Help Heal Your Heart
AT A GLANCE If you have a heart attack or other heart problem, cardiac rehabilitation is an important part of your recovery. Cardiac rehabilitation can both help a person recover from a heart problem and prevent future heart problems. What cardiac rehabilitation is About 800,000 people in the United States have a heart attack every […]
FDA: Zika Virus
Fast Facts About Zika Zika virus is spread to people primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. Most people never know that they have been infected with the virus. It is estimated that four out of five people with Zika virus infections have no symptoms at all. When symptoms do occur, the most common symptoms are fever, […]
CDC: About Sleep and Your Heart Health
KEY POINTS How much sleep do I need? Most adults need at least 7 hours of sleep each nigh. However, more than 1 in 3 American adults say they don’t get the recommended amount of sleep. While this may be fine for a day or two, not getting enough sleep over time can lead to serious health […]
FDA: Supply Chain & the FDA’s Role
The FDA is committed to promoting access to safe and effective medicines, medical devices, and critical foods. We actively work with HHS and other federal partners on a multi-pronged, all-of-government approach to address shortages, including strategies for facilitating access to critical drugs, and medical devices, accelerating domestic manufacturing, and identifying and addressing supply chain vulnerabilities. […]
CDC: About Heart Disease and Mental Health
KEY POINTS Overview Mental health disorders can be short- or long-term and can interfere with a person’s mood, behavior, thinking, and ability to relate to others. Various studies have shown the impact of trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress on the body, including stress on the heart. What mental health disorders are related to heart disease? […]
FDA: International Foodsource Product Recall
International Foodsource, LLC of Randolph NJ is recalling 10 oz packages of Southeastern Grocers Dark Chocolate Nonpareils, because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Dark Chocolate Nonpareils was distributed by C&S Wholesale […]
CDC: About Pulmonary Hypertension
KEY POINTS What it is With pulmonary hypertension, the blood vessels to the lungs develop an increased amount of muscle in the wall of the blood vessels. The heart pumps blood from the right ventricle to the lungs to get oxygen. Because the blood does not have to travel very far, the pressure in this […]
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 […]