Health & Wellness News
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Suicide Prevention Hotline 988 Launches Nationwide
People experiencing a mental health crisis can now call or text a three-digit number, 988, to reach the National Suicide…
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Updated CDC Checklist Helps Parents Track Important Developmental Milestones
A child’s firsts are always special, whether it’s their first laugh, their first step, or their first word. But when…
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Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore and 6 reasons to pay attention
Age increases your chances of developing serious eye issues such as retinal detachment, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma – all…
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Yogurt recalls prompt Conscientious Consumers to Re-evaluate Food Choices
Eat Real Food LLC is recalling several flavors of yogurt because they may contain pieces of glass. This is according…
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Diabetes is on the Rise as Summer Months Increase Sugar Cravings, with Over One Million New Cases Diagnosed Annually
Having Diabetes is no picnic, and for anyone whose constantly monitoring their blood sugar, you will need to be extra…
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Roe V Wade Decision Results in Some Pharmacies Limiting Purchases of Emergency Contraceptives
National pharmacy chains CVS and Rite Aid are limiting the number of emergency contraceptive ‘morning-after’ pills customers may purchase after…
FDA UPDATES
- Kids aren't just small adults. From diet and nutrition to their reactions to medicine, their bodies are unique. Read these Consumer Updates to learn more.
- Consumer articles about over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
- When a child’s sniffles and sneezes won’t go away for weeks, the cause might be allergies. The FDA regulates prescription and OTC medicines that offer allergy relief, plus allergen extracts to diagnose and treat allergies. Read and follow the directions when giving any medicine to children.
- Most medications won’t affect your ability to drive safely. But some do. The FDA advises to make sure you know if your prescription or over-the-counter medication can cause side-effects that may make it unsafe to drive.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates breast implants as medical devices. Get the latest information to help you make an informed decision about whether to use breast implants.
- Check out the FDA's tips to safely use dermal fillers and learn the difference between dermal fillers and injectable botulinum toxin products.
FDA RECALLS
- Roland Foods, LLC (“Roland Foods”) of New York, New York is recalling a specific production code of Roland® Tahini (100% […]
- Wenders LLC of Dublin, CA is recalling specific production lots of Trader Joes Nuts – 50% Less Sodium Roasted & […]
- Kick Ash Products of Ellison Bay, WI is recalling Door County Love Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola with Lot #061241, because […]
- John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc (JBSS) announced today it is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of 8.25 oz Great […]
- Wesco, Inc. of Muskegon, MI is recalling 750 units of Wesco Mint No Bake Cookie Bites, because it may contain […]
- Stonewall Kitchen of York, Maine is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of their Gluten Free Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut Mix because […]