FDA: After a Storm or Flooding – Key Tips for Consumers About Food Safety
After a hurricane and/or flooding, people need to assess all food and food preparation areas and equipment to decide what to keep or throw away. Hurricanes, especially if accompanied by a tidal surge or flooding, can contaminate the public water supply. Water in the hurricane-affected area may not be safe to drink. Local announcements should […]
CDC: About Measles
KEY POINTS What it is For Healthcare Providers Learn what to do if you suspect your patient has measles or was exposed to measles. Some people think of measles as just a little rash and fever that clear up in a few days. But measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than […]
FDA: What are Medical Countermeasures?
About MCMs Medical countermeasures, or MCMs, are FDA-regulated products (biologics, drugs, devices) that may be used in the event of a potential public health emergency stemming from a terrorist attack with a biological, chemical, or radiological/nuclear material, or a naturally occurring emerging disease. MCMs can be used to diagnose, prevent, protect from, or treat conditions […]
CDC: About Heart Failure
KEY POINTS Overview Heart failure happens when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to support other organs in your body. Heart failure is a serious condition, but it does not mean that the heart has stopped beating. Facts about heart failure in the United States Deaths from heart failure vary by geography Heart […]
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? […]