FDA: Quesito El Establo Recalls Spanish Cheese
Company Announcement Date: August 12, 2025FDA Publish Date: August 12, 2025 Product Type: Food & BeveragesCheese/Cheese ProductFoodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Due to the presence of rodent, rodent activity, and other insanitary conditions during the manufacturing and storage process Company Name: Quesito El EstabloBrand Name: Quesito El EstabloProduct Description: Spanish Cheese (Quesito Colombiano) Quesito El […]
CDC: About Prescription Opioids
WHAT TO KNOW What are prescription opioids? Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that bind to receptors in your brain or body to reduce the intensity of pain signals reaching the brain. Doctors sometimes prescribe opioid medications to manage and treat moderate-to-severe pain. Common prescription opioid drugs include: Prescription opioids for pain management Prescription opioids […]
FDA: Do You Need a Device That Claims to Clean a CPAP Machine?
If you use a continuous positive airway pressure or CPAP machine to help you breathe during sleep, you know it can be difficult to keep up a regular cleaning schedule. A dirty CPAP machine, air filter, hoses or mask contaminated with germs, like viruses and bacteria, can make you sick. So automated machines advertised on […]
CDC: Risks and How to Reduce Them
At a glance This page provides information on how to reduce the risks that can be associated with opioids. Help prevent prescription opioid misuse Create a pain management plan Clinicians should always involve patients in decisions about whether to initiate or continue opioid therapy, including discussing any side effects, concerns, and the benefits and risks […]
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: Working Together With Your Doctor to Manage Your Pain
Purpose Although managing pain can be challenging, there are ways to more safely treat and reduce pain. By working together, you and your doctor can find the best way to manage your pain. Different types of pain Pain affects more than just your body. It can make you feel sad or hopeless and can make […]
FDA: Healthy Breakfasts for Kids – Finding the Right Balance
Healthy breakfasts are a must for kids and help keep them going strong all day. The FDA has tips for serving a healthy breakfast to even the pickiest eaters. A healthy breakfast is a must for kids. Skip it and your kids will be playing nutritional catch-up for the rest of the day, says the U.S. […]
CDC: Diaper Changing at Home
Key points Steps to take Reminder Keep a hand on the child for safety at all times. 1. Clean the child 2. Remove the dirty diaper 3. Replace the diaper 4. Wash the child’s hands Wash the child’s hands with soap and water and place him or her in a safe, supervised area. 5. Clean the […]
FDA: Spilling the Beans, How Much Caffeine is Too Much?
According to scientists at the FDA, caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much caffeine may pose a danger to your health. Do you drink just one cup of coffee or tea first thing in the morning, hoping the caffeine in it will jump-start your day? Do you follow […]
CDC: About Handwashing
Key points Why it’s important Washing hands can keep you healthy and prevent the spread of respiratory and diarrheal infections. Germs can spread from person to person or from surfaces to people when you: Key times to wash hands You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often, especially […]