FDA: DMAA in Products Marketed as Dietary Supplements
What is DMAA? DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine) is an amphetamine derivative that has been marketed in sports performance and weight loss products, many of which are sold as dietary supplements. DMAA is not a dietary ingredient, and DMAA-containing products marketed as dietary supplements are illegal and their marketing violates the law. Also known as methylhexanamine or geranium […]
CDC: 5 Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team
WHAT TO KNOW Ask these important questions to understand your diabetes treatment plan and stay on track with diabetes management. 1. How do I manage my ABCs? A: Get a regular A1C test to measure your average blood sugar over 2 to 3 months. Ask your health care team what your goal should be. B: Try to keep […]
FDA: Bodybuilding Products Could Be Risky
Your buddy at the gym can’t say enough about the bodybuilding products he’s been taking to help build muscle mass and strength. You wonder, are they all safe to use? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration found some bodybuilding products may illegally contain steroids or steroid-like substances associated with potentially serious health risks, including liver injury, […]
CDC: Genetic Testing
KEY POINTS What it is Genetic testing looks for genetic changes, sometimes called mutations or variants, in your DNA. Some genetic changes can cause disease or other health conditions. You inherit your DNA from your parents, so any genetic changes they have can be passed down to you. Genetic testing can give you information to […]
FDA: Generic Drugs Undergo Rigorous FDA Review
Maybe you’ve had this experience: You go to fill a prescription, and the pharmacist mentions there is a generic available. You’ve noticed generic drugs often cost less and wonder: How can I be sure they are as safe and effective as brand name drugs? Applying the rigorous standards set out by law, the U.S. Food […]
CDC: Pharmacogenomics
KEY POINTS What it is Pharmacogenomics is an important example of the field of precision medicine, which aims to tailor medical treatment to each person or to a group of people. Pharmacogenomics looks at how your DNA affects the way you respond to drugs. In some cases, your DNA can affect whether you have a bad […]
FDA: Warning Use of Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) Among Teens, Young Adults
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers that the agency continues to receive adverse event reports related to selective androgen receptor modulators, commonly called SARMs. Social media posts by influencers and sellers of SARMs contribute to the availability and promotion of these dangerous products. Targeting teenagers and young adults, videos on social media […]
CDC: Managing Risk for Cancers Related to Lynch Syndrome
KEY POINTS Cancers related to Lynch syndrome People with Lynch syndrome are more likely to get colorectal (colon), uterine (endometrial), ovarian, stomach, small intestine, urinary tract (kidney, ureter, bladder), biliary tract (liver, gall bladder, bile ducts), pancreatic, prostate, brain, and some skin cancers. Medical options Several medical options are available for managing cancer risks in […]
FDA: Be Aware of These Potentially Dangerous Products and Therapies that Claim to Treat Autism
Products or treatments claiming to cure autism are deceptive and misleading, because there is no cure for autism. The same is true of many products claiming to “treat” autism or autism-related symptoms. Some may carry significant health risks. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays an important role in warning companies against making improper claims about […]
CDC: About Lynch Syndrome
KEY POINTS What Lynch syndrome is Lynch syndrome, also known as hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), is the most common cause of hereditary colorectal (colon) cancer. People with Lynch syndrome are more likely to get certain cancers and to get them before age 50. Lynch syndrome-related cancers include: Lynch syndrome causes about 3,800 colorectal cancers […]